Glock 48 - Ameriglo i Dot Pros - do the glock 43 sights work on the Glock 48?

Published on January 28, 2019
Duration: 1:52

This guide details the installation of Ameriglo i-Dot Pro sights on a Glock 48, replacing the factory sights. The i-Dot Pros offer a two-lamp tritium system with a figure-eight sight picture and a high-visibility red front sight, enhancing low-light performance. While generally praised for quality and sight picture, a potential drawback in bright light is the silver bezel of the rear tritium vial.

Quick Summary

The Ameriglo i-Dot Pro sights are a popular aftermarket upgrade for the Glock 48, featuring a two-lamp tritium system and a high-visibility red front sight for improved low-light and rapid aiming. While offering a good sight picture, the rear tritium vial's silver bezel can be distracting in bright light. They cost approximately $80 and are generally compatible with Glock 42/43 sight platforms.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction: Glock 48 Sights
  2. 00:18Ameriglo i-Dot Pro Installation
  3. 00:37Range Performance & Adjustment
  4. 00:57Sight Picture & Quality
  5. 01:14Cost & Alternatives
  6. 01:25i-Dot Pro Drawbacks & Compromise
  7. 01:39Concluding Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Glock 43 sights compatible with the Glock 48?

Yes, most aftermarket sights designed for the slimmer Glock 42 and 43 models are generally compatible with the longer slide of the Glock 48, including the Ameriglo i-Dot Pros discussed in this video.

What are the advantages of Ameriglo i-Dot Pro sights for the Glock 48?

The Ameriglo i-Dot Pros offer a two-lamp tritium system for low-light visibility, a high-visibility red front sight for quick acquisition, and a figure-eight sight picture that many find effective for rapid aiming.

What is a potential drawback of the Ameriglo i-Dot Pro sights?

In very bright light conditions, the silver bezel surrounding the rear tritium vial of the Ameriglo i-Dot Pros can be distracting. This is noted as a compromise for their excellent low-light performance.

How do Ameriglo i-Dot Pro sights compare in price to other options?

The Ameriglo i-Dot Pros typically cost around $80 on Amazon. Competitor sights like Hakathorn, designed for Glock 42/43, are often about $20 cheaper.

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