How To Remove & Install Iron Sights On Your Glock Pistol/19 Using Vism Rear Sight Tool.

Published on September 21, 2022
Duration: 6:39

This guide details the process of removing and installing iron sights on a Glock pistol, specifically using the Vism Glock Sight Tool. It covers slide disassembly, rear sight removal and installation with Loctite, front sight removal and installation using a 3/16 hex tool, and final slide reassembly. The instruction emphasizes proper tool usage and the importance of threadlocker to prevent loosening.

Quick Summary

To install iron sights on a Glock, first disassemble the slide. Use a Vism Glock Sight Tool to remove the old rear sight and install the new one, applying Loctite Blue 242 for security. For the front sight, use a 3/16 hex tool to remove the old screw and install the new sight with Loctite.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Overview of Sights
  2. 00:15Tools for Sight Installation
  3. 01:26Disassembling the Glock Slide
  4. 02:03Removing Rear Sight
  5. 03:43Installing New Rear Sight
  6. 04:25Removing Front Sight
  7. 05:02Installing New Front Sight
  8. 05:41Reassembling Glock Slide
  9. 06:13Final Assembly & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What tools are essential for installing iron sights on a Glock pistol?

Essential tools include a Vism Glock Sight Tool for pushing sights in and out, a 3/16 hex nut tool for the front sight screw, and Loctite Threadlocker Blue 242 to secure the sights. Q-tips are also useful for cleaning excess Loctite.

How do you properly remove the rear sight from a Glock slide?

First, secure the Glock slide in a sight pusher tool like the Vism Glock Sight Tool. Ensure the pushing mechanism is aligned with the rear sight, then turn the tool to push the old sight out of the slide, typically to the right.

What is the purpose of Loctite Threadlocker Blue 242 in sight installation?

Loctite Threadlocker Blue 242 is used to prevent iron sights from loosening due to the heat and recoil experienced during shooting. It's applied to the underside of the rear sight and the threads of the front sight screw.

How do you install a new front sight on a Glock pistol?

Apply Loctite Blue 242 to the threads of the new front sight screw. Insert the screw through the slide and into the sight, then use a 3/16 hex tool to thread and tighten it, ensuring the sight is straight and properly aligned.

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