HIVIZ Handgun Sights for Low-Light Situations: Guns & Gear| S9 E4

Published on November 1, 2017
Duration: 3:09

This video from Gun Talk Media's Guns & Gear series introduces Hi-Viz handgun sights, focusing on their utility in low-light conditions. The segment highlights both their traditional fiber optic (molded acrylic) light pipes and new luminous light pipes that glow after light exposure. It also touches on traditional tritium night sights as an alternative. The presenter emphasizes the benefits of these sights for improving target acquisition, especially on smaller carry guns, and notes their affordability and ease of installation as replacement pipes.

Quick Summary

Hi-Viz luminous light pipes are handgun sights filled with a luminous paint core that glows for over 30 minutes after just 15 seconds of light exposure. They are an affordable upgrade, with three pipes costing about $20, and can be easily installed as replacements for existing fiber optic sights.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction to Seeing Sights
  2. 00:06Hi-Viz Sights Overview
  3. 00:11Hi-Viz Company History
  4. 00:25Fiber Optic Light Pipes
  5. 00:39New Luminous Light Pipes
  6. 00:49How Luminous Sights Work
  7. 01:07Affordability of Luminous Pipes
  8. 01:11Replacing Existing Pipes
  9. 01:17Traditional Tritium Night Sights
  10. 01:29Sight Upgrade Options
  11. 02:00Importance of Sights on Carry Guns
  12. 02:08Benefits of Hi-Viz Luminous Pipes
  13. 02:18Color Contrast for Front Sight
  14. 02:31Quick Front Sight Acquisition
  15. 02:42Follow-Up Shot Improvement
  16. 02:50Conclusion: Upgrade Your Carry Gun Sights

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Hi-Viz luminous light pipes and how do they work?

Hi-Viz luminous light pipes are a type of handgun sight filled with a luminous paint core. This core can be charged by daylight or a flashlight, and after just 15 seconds of light exposure, they will glow for over 30 minutes, aiding visibility in low-light conditions.

Can I upgrade my existing handgun sights with Hi-Viz luminous pipes?

Yes, Hi-Viz sells their luminous light pipes as replacement pipes. You can pop out your existing fiber optic pipes and replace them with the glowing ones, offering an easy and affordable upgrade for your handgun.

What are the advantages of using different colored front and rear sights?

Using different colors for front and rear sights, such as a green front sight and a red rear sight, is highly beneficial in low-light situations. It allows the shooter to quickly and unambiguously identify the front sight, preventing confusion and improving target acquisition speed.

Are Hi-Viz sights expensive?

Hi-Viz sights are presented as an affordable upgrade. The video mentions that three luminous light pipes can be purchased for around $20, making them an accessible option for improving handgun visibility.

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