No More Iron Sights in the Way of Your Pistol Optic

Published on April 6, 2026
Duration: 9:48

This guide details the installation of XS Minimalist sights and an Acro footprint optic plate on a Walther PDP Pro. The process involves removing old components, installing the new plate with alignment aids, and fitting the sights. The video highlights the benefit of matched sight and plate systems for optimal co-witnessing and functionality, especially when using optics with limited vertical space.

Quick Summary

The XS Minimalist sights, when paired with an Acro footprint plate on a Walther PDP Pro, offer an optimal co-witness. They are designed to just peek over the optic's emitter, providing a usable backup sight picture without obscuring the red dot window, unlike some suppressor height sights.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Walther PDP Pro Setup
  2. 00:44XS System Change & Optic Issues
  3. 01:30New XS System: Minimalist Sights & Acro Plate
  4. 01:52Unboxing XS Sight Kit
  5. 02:27Preparation for Installation
  6. 03:01Installation Time & Tool Recommendation
  7. 03:16Plate and Sight Alignment
  8. 03:39Co-witnessing Explained
  9. 04:08Plate Design & Witness Marks
  10. 05:13Range Testing Setup
  11. 05:40Testing Iron Sights with Optic Off
  12. 06:14First Shots with New Sights
  13. 06:33Transitioning to Iron Sights
  14. 06:51Pepper Popper Target Testing
  15. 07:27Crude Ghost Ring Test
  16. 08:27Acro Optic Considerations
  17. 08:53XS System Availability
  18. 09:23Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the benefit of XS Minimalist sights with an Acro footprint plate on a Walther PDP Pro?

The XS Minimalist sights, when paired with the Acro footprint plate, offer an optimal co-witness. They are designed to just peek over the optic's emitter, providing a usable backup sight picture without obscuring the red dot window, unlike some suppressor height sights.

How does XS ensure proper alignment for their optic plates and sights?

XS incorporates homing tabs on their Acro footprint plates for correct orientation and uses witness marks on the plate itself. These marks help in precisely aligning the front sight during installation, simplifying the zeroing process and ensuring accuracy.

Can I use iron sights if my red dot optic fails on a Walther PDP Pro with XS sights?

Yes, the XS Minimalist sights provide a co-witness. Furthermore, if the optic fails, you can use the front sight in conjunction with the optic's housing to create a crude ghost ring sight, offering a viable backup aiming method.

What tool is recommended for installing XS sights on a pistol?

The video strongly recommends the XS Sight Pusher Tool for quick and efficient installation of pistol sights. The presenter notes that the entire process of swapping the plate, optic, and sights can be completed in as little as 7 minutes with this tool.

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