Flip-Up AR rear sights

[Starvin]

Newbie with a BCM flat-top upper with fixed mil-spec front sight. I'd like to pick up a flip-up rear sight to tide me over until I can afford an EOTech (or similar) and to use as a backup in the future.

It seems that there are the $100+ 2-way sights and $40+ windage-only sights like this one: http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/ARR142-7.html

Cheap is good on this budget build, so any reason NOT to go with the $40+ windage-only version as a temporary/backup sight?

 

[Starvin]

also, any reason to believe that the sight in the link above will not be compatible with the fixed sight on my upper?

 

[Admin]

Check out the reviews. 3.5 out of 5. IMO don't go cheap on weapon parts, you will more than likely replace them with the ones you should have bought first.

 

[Starvin]

true. This one is 4/5 and only slightly more $

http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/ARR162-7.html

these would work with my fixed front sight, correct?

 

[icyclefar]

A.R.M.S. for a nice flip up BUIS

or you could just pick up a removable carry handle to tide you over

don't go cheap

 

[Starvin]

my brother works for L3 and gets employee pricing on EOTech. talk to him if you go that route. i'm an Aimpoint fan myself. seen to many EOTechs go out of service on the range. i can get you dealer pricing on Aimpoints when you're ready to buy.

dude, once again, you rawk!

 

[Admin]

http://www.bravocompanyusa.com/AR15-Iron-Sights-s/8.htm

 

[M1911]

Check out the reviews. 3.5 out of 5. IMO don't go cheap on weapon parts, you will more than likely replace them with the ones you should have bought first.

Agreed. Buying cheap means you'll buy twice -- first to buy the cheap POS, and second to buy the quality part you should have bought in the first place.

 

[Dick Manley]

Troy is the way to go. IF you can wait a little the Magpul MBUS will be about $60 for the rear

-DM-

 

[drumenigma]

I have YHM rear and front flip up sights and they are reasonably priced and seem well made.

 

[MassMark]

If you want to go flip-up, it will be really hard to beat a Troy....Reviews and comparisons abound out there on the info-superhighway....They are pricey, but worth it - built like tanks and mount solid....

http://store.troyind.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=3

 

[Andy in NH]

I like the A.R.M.S. #40 L, as it fits under my RCO.

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[USMA-82]

I went with the mid-range Midwest Industries (MI) sights - both front and rear - and am very satisfied. Don't forget to also check gunbroker.com for cheaper prices. I saved 10 - 15% by doing that, and paid cheaper shipping costs than the usual distributors.

Good luck!

 

[MassMark]

I went with the mid-range Midwest Industries (MI) sights - both front and rear - and am very satisfied. Don't forget to also check gunbroker.com for cheaper prices. I saved 10 - 15% by doing that, and paid cheaper shipping costs than the usual distributors.

Good luck!

Good point - I got my last Troy, (LaRue marked) from a member on another forum for $80.00 shipped....

 

[szaino]

It seems that there are the $100+ 2-way sights and $40+ windage-only sights like this one: http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/ARR142-7.html

Funny you should mention this, I was just comparing this sight with a friend this morning and found it cheaper at CDNN. - http://www.cdnninvestments.com/artaflresine.html

My AR has the M&P Troy front and rear.

 

[Sprocket]

That's $30 that will get you going until you find the right one for you.

 

[ScottS]

I learned the value of a good BUIS at the Polar Bear Carbine match last weekend when my red dot failed prior to the first shot of the match. I have the A.R.M.S. #40, and was very comfortable shooting the match with it. Didn't miss a head shot. It's worth shooting a bit on your BUIS to make sure it's up to the task.

 

[PaulD]

I like the A.R.M.S. #40 L, as it fits under my RCO.

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I have a Troy BUIS set and the rear will also fit under an ACOG.

 

[Mike S]

love my YHM's, can't go wrong there

 

[vellnueve]

If you want to go flip-up, it will be really hard to beat a Troy....Reviews and comparisons abound out there on the info-superhighway....They are pricey, but worth it - built like tanks and mount solid....

http://store.troyind.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=3

Funny, I was about to suggest the Midwest Industries model. You can get them for $90 new. They're solid, don't wobble, and are a great bang for the buck.

 

[Starvin]

I'm looking at the MI's now. What's the story with these being compatible with standard fixed front sights? I want to make sure they will work with my M4 Carbine's fixed front sight.

 

[P-14]

If you want to go flip-up, it will be really hard to beat a Troy....Reviews and comparisons abound out there on the info-superhighway....They are pricey, but worth it - built like tanks and mount solid....[/url]

Exactly. And, the rear Troy BUIS fits nicely under my Millett DMS scope on NES-027.

It is sweet and built like a hammer - it'll never wear out.

 

[vellnueve]

I'm looking at the MI's now. What's the story with these being compatible with standard fixed front sights? I want to make sure they will work with my M4 Carbine's fixed front sight.

They work. I use that configuration. The apertures themselves are identical to the ones on standard carry handle models.

 

[Andy in NH]

Has anyone had personal experience with the MAGPUL back up sights?

 

[PaulD]

Has anyone had personal experience with the MAGPUL back up sights?

I have nothing against plastic in the right application, but that doesn't seem like it is.

 

[M1911]

Has anyone had personal experience with the MAGPUL back up sights?

It is not in production yet. That is a picture of the prototype. So no one has personal experience with them.

 

[Starvin]

thanks guys, i "sprung" for the Midwest. I'll let you know how I like it.

 

[lemonlime571]

thanks guys, i "sprung" for the Midwest. I'll let you know how I like it.

I have them on mine. They get the job done.

 

[FalArAk]

I'm thinking of getting the "HK Style" Tritium BUIS from Troy.

Thinking.

 

[jon]

I have a troy (the one you saw the other night.)