There was a time when many hunting and most combat firearms had iron sights. However, today’s cutting–edge optics have largely replaced iron sights or relegated them to the backup category.
Nonetheless, conventional AR-15 iron sights are as crucial as they were during the days when the M16 was first introduced to the world.
It’s very simple really. Red dots, holographic sights, and scopes are prone to malfunctions. In fact, the more sophisticated an optic, the greater the chance that things might go wrong. That’s why many experts believe that these sights are only as good as their weakest parts. If you don’t have iron sights on your primary combat or hunting weapon, you might end up being armed with a rifle without any functional sights at all!
There are so many things that can go wrong with electronic gadgets. They can fog up or their batteries might die. Apart from that, the glue on the reticle might become dry, and it will fall down on the floor of the holographic sight.
Using iron sights means you won’t ever have to worry about loose wires and connections, red and green dots not showing up in bright sunlight, or cracked or foggy glass. You won’t have to treat them with extreme care lest they lose their zero nor will you start stressing out in case you drop your weapon. In short, your iron sights will never let you down, regardless of harsh field conditions.
Choosing the Right Iron Sights
Here it is important to remember that not all iron sights are the same. In fact, many low-quality irons have the same issues as their electronic counterparts. However, the Scalarworks Peak Sights are a world apart from all the other things out there.
Scalarworks engineers have gone out of their way to create the perfect sight. One that’s as rugged and reliable as it is accurate. Unlike many other AR-15 platform iron sights designed for the M16’s 20-inch-long barrel, these sights have been specifically created for the AR-15/M4 carbine-sized rifle.
Why Choose Scalarworks Peak Iron Sights
Scalarworks’ front sight post comes with a factory-set 15-inch sight radius. It has been precision-engineered and CNC machined to ensure optimum accuracy. Since it’s flat-faced, there is no need to be concerned about highlight bias.
These sights have been constructed from the lightest and most durable materials available. The 4140H steel and 7075-T6 aluminum combination is so light you won’t even feel it’s there.
They are finished with Type 3 Anodizing/Flash Nitride to ensure a perfectly matte finish without any glare. They have also been equipped with a highly streamlined profile, and knobs and levers that turn crisply and smoothly without any burrs that will catch on your gear or clothing.
You can count on these sights to retain their zero even if you drop your AR-15 carbine. In fact, once installed and zeroed at the range, you can rest assured that you won’t need to fiddle with these sights, unlike the notoriously finicky electronic optic sighting systems.
Use the Scalarworks Peak Sights as backup or even as primary sights, and see the difference yourself!