This collection contains iron sights for the AR-15. They are made by KMR in the Czech Republic and LPA in Italy. For the M4, see Sights for M4.
Sights for the AR-15
| Sights |
Sight picture |
Maker |
| Foldable semi-adjustable sights for Picatinny [AR-15, M4 & other] |
blank |
KMR |
| Folding adjustable sights for Picatinny base [AR-15, M4 & other] |
blank, fiber optic |
LPA |
All sights in this collection are sets of front and rear sight.
Which sights to choose
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You want to set the elevation: semi-adjustable sights. You set windage by moving the sight in the dovetail.
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You want to zero for your ammunition or shoot competition: adjustable sights. You set windage and elevation with screws.
Sight picture
Blank sights have a plain grooved surface without any marks. Fiber optic collects daylight and shines brightly at the range and in competition.
Installation
Most pistol sights sit in a dovetail. You drift the old sight out and the new one in with a sight pusher or a punch. See Installation tools.
For all sights of this brand, see Sights for Picatinny base.
Frequently asked questions
Can I change the sights on my AR-15 at home?
Yes, with a sight pusher or a punch. Drift the old sight out of the dovetail and push the new one in. If you do not have the tool, a gunsmith can do it for you.
Which sights should I choose for my AR-15?
It depends on how you shoot:
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You want to set the elevation: semi-adjustable sights. You set windage by moving the sight in the dovetail.
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You want to zero for your ammunition or shoot competition: adjustable sights. You set windage and elevation with screws.