{"id":1058,"date":"2018-10-18T05:07:45","date_gmt":"2018-10-18T05:07:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunlaserguide.com\/?p=1058"},"modified":"2021-11-03T20:26:57","modified_gmt":"2021-11-04T01:56:57","slug":"best-iron-sights-ar15","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/best-iron-sights-ar15\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Iron Sights For The AR-15"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Iron_Sights_For_The_Ar-15\"><\/span>Best Iron Sights For The Ar-15<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_48 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-64ccb67cb3bce\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-64ccb67cb3bce\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/best-iron-sights-ar15\/#Best_Iron_Sights_For_The_Ar-15\" title=\"Best Iron Sights For The Ar-15\">Best Iron Sights For The Ar-15<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/best-iron-sights-ar15\/#Troy_Flip_Up_set\" title=\"Troy Flip Up set.\">Troy Flip Up set.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/best-iron-sights-ar15\/#Magpul_Pro_set\" title=\"Magpul Pro set\">Magpul Pro set<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/best-iron-sights-ar15\/#Magpul_MBUS_Back_Up_set\" title=\"Magpul (MBUS) Back Up set\">Magpul (MBUS) Back Up set<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/best-iron-sights-ar15\/#ARMS_Backup\" title=\"ARMS Backup\">ARMS Backup<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/best-iron-sights-ar15\/#Yankee_Hill_QDS\" title=\"Yankee Hill QDS\">Yankee Hill QDS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/best-iron-sights-ar15\/#Take_Dead-Aim\" title=\"Take Dead-Aim\">Take Dead-Aim<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>How much do you care about accuracy? Get dead-shot aim with these best iron sights for the AR-15. Below you&#8217;ll find everything you need to know about what iron sights fit best for your unique needs.<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1060\" src=\"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-iron-sights-ar15-2.jpg\" alt=\"best iron sights ar15 \" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-iron-sights-ar15-2.jpg 600w, https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-iron-sights-ar15-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/thetacticool.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-iron-sights-ar15-2-120x120.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Troy_Flip_Up_set\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brownells.com\/rifle-parts\/sights\/sight-sets\/ar-15-sight-set-prod106514.aspx?psize=96\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Troy Flip Up set.<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Iron sights are a necessity when the battery to that fancy optic dies.\u00a0 In such a situation, having a set of durable, metal flip ups offers a sense of certainty: they just *feel* reliable: requiring no electricity yet functioning no matter what the situation.\u00a0 Troy flip ups are kept upright by a strong spring that will not move unless the release button is pushed.\u00a0 Recessed bolts clamp the sight bases to the rail without any protruding levers or knobs to catch on slings, clothing or brush, etc.\u00a0 Sturdy ears protect the front post and rear aperture.\u00a0 Adjustments are available in \u00bc MOA.\u00a0 Available in both top and offset mountings, Troy is ready to keep the rifle in play even if the batteries opt out.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Magpul_Pro_set\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brownells.com\/rifle-parts\/sights\/sight-sets\/ar-15-mbus-pro-backup-sight-set-prod58167.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Magpul Pro set<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Magpul\u2019s Pro sights are made of Melonite coated metal that offers just the right sense of dependability when it is employed: a reassurance that is comforting when the expensive optic decides to take a powder.\u00a0 No need for special tools to adjust front sight elevation or rear sight windage, these sights understand that when it is time for them to be used it is because things have not necessarily gone according to plan: no fuss employment without any unnecessary bulk to block IR or laser sighting devices or to cast any awkward shadows from the light accessories.\u00a0 When not in use, they have a low profile when folded: these are professional sights that are discrete when not needed and on point when required.\u00a0 They are also available in top or offset mountings.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Magpul_MBUS_Back_Up_set\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brownells.com\/rifle-parts\/sights\/sight-sets\/ar-15-mbus-gen-2-sight-set-prod44044.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Magpul (MBUS) Back Up set<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Perhaps the most common Magpul Back Up Sights, these polymer sights are ready to spring into action with the press of a button: any button, as they are accessible from right or left side.\u00a0 Streamlined while folded away so to not snag. Rear sight has a dial adjustment for windage and offers two apertures nominally set 100 yards and 300 yards. \u00a0Meanwhile the front sight requires a tool (provided) for elevation adjustment.\u00a0 They are quick and easy to use and at a price that will not eat up much of the ammo budget.\u00a0 Available in all Magpul colors and used on multiple weapons beyond AR platforms.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ARMS_Backup\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brownells.com\/rifle-parts\/sights\/sight-sets\/ar-15-polymer-sight-set-prod44431.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ARMS Backup<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Metal reinforced polymer flip ups by Atlantic Research Marketing Systems (ARMS) offers the best combination of light weight with sturdy construction.\u00a0 Protective ears keep the sights zeroed in for instant deployment when necessary.\u00a0 The rear sight uses a dual aperture for close quarters and long range shooting.\u00a0 The Swan Family started this business in 1980 and has since been awarded over 100 patents for quality accessories dedicated to bringing civilians, law enforcement and veterans the best to update and customize personal weapons.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yankee_Hill_QDS\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brownells.com\/rifle-parts\/sights\/sight-sets\/ar-15-qds-sight-set-prod27406.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yankee Hill QDS<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yankee Hill Machine offers multiple accessories for many weapon platforms and is a respected company for quality construction.\u00a0 Their Quick Deployment Sights flip into action with the press of a button.\u00a0 All aluminum construction keeps them very light weight yet it molded precisely to take a beating either while engaged or folded away.\u00a0 Front sight elevation is adjustable with traditional AR adjustment tools and rear sight windage with a dial.\u00a0 Rear sight also has two apertures for both short and long range shooting.\u00a0 YHM has a reputation founded on being ready to go when you are, and these sights are the perfect representation of that philosophy.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_Dead-Aim\"><\/span>Take Dead-Aim<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When the battery on your fancy laser optic dies, rely on your favorite iron sights to put shots on target. While many iron sights have different possible adjustments, it&#8217;s all up to the personal preference of the owner. Don&#8217;t be afraid to try out a few before you settle on your favorite.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Best Iron Sights For The Ar-15 How much do you care about accuracy? Get dead-shot aim with these best iron sights for the AR-15. Below you&#8217;ll find everything you need to know about what iron sights fit best for your unique needs. Troy Flip Up set. 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