Glock Night Sights Installation Without a Sight Pusher (HD+Quick)

Published on February 7, 2016
Duration: 6:14

This guide provides a detailed, step-by-step process for installing Glock night sights without a specialized sight pusher tool, as demonstrated by Pew Pew Tactical. It emphasizes safety procedures, proper tool usage, and techniques for achieving a secure fit, suitable for intermediate DIY gunsmiths. The presenter's high authority level is evident in the clear, practical, and professional armorer-level instruction provided.

Quick Summary

Install Glock night sights without a specialized pusher using common tools like a 3/16" nut driver, hammer, and vice. Ensure the firearm is unloaded, disassemble the slide, remove the old sights, and carefully install the new front and rear sights, using thread locker for the front screw and tapping the rear sight into place.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Tools
  2. 00:44Safety Check and Disassembly
  3. 01:08Front Sight Installation
  4. 02:45Rear Sight Installation
  5. 05:32Final Alignment and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What tools are needed to install Glock night sights without a sight pusher?

You'll need a Glock pistol, a nylon punch, a 3/16" nut driver, replacement night sights, blue thread locker, a hammer, and a vice with soft jaws. Sandpaper can be helpful for tight fits.

How do you safely remove the slide for night sight installation?

First, ensure the firearm is unloaded. Remove the magazine, check the chamber, and dry fire. Then, remove the slide from the frame and disassemble it by removing the recoil spring and barrel.

What is the process for installing the front night sight on a Glock?

Unscrew the old front sight's retaining nut using a 3/16" nut driver. Apply a drop of blue thread locker to the new screw, position the new sight, and tighten the nut securely.

How is the rear night sight installed without a pusher?

Secure the slide in a vice with soft jaws. Use a nylon punch and hammer to drift out the old sight. Start the new sight by hand, then tap it into place with the hammer and punch until centered.

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