In this review we are going to take a look at the TRUGLO Tritium Handgun Glow-in-the-Dark Night Sights which will give you a very good night sight for a Glock pistol. This particular sight gives you a lot of different features so we will run you through the features and we will also go in-depth into each one, so you have a better view of exactly what you are getting for your money.
We will also take a look at the standout features of this sight and we will look at the frequently asked questions on Amazon that people asked before they buy.
TRUGLO Tritium Handgun Glow-in-the-Dark Night Sights Review
The first thing that we will do is have a look at the basic features and delve a bit deeper into each one, so you know exactly what you are getting for your money.
Key Features
- Unmatched visibility in low light shooting conditions or complete darkness; glows in the dark with no batteries or light exposure required
- At night, sights are glowing green dots; in daylight, sights are standard bright white dots
- Made of tough, CNC-machined steel with a Fortress Finish coating for maximum protection
- Snag resistant design fits standard holsters; square-notch design is duty proven
- Fits Glock 17, 17L, 19, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 33, 34, 35, 38 and 39 (excluding M.O.S. models)
The main feature of this product is that you will get unmatched visibility in low light shooting conditions and you will also be able to use this in complete darkness. This sight will glow-in-the-dark and it does not need any batteries or light exposure required. This is a very good feature as a lot of sights that give you a glow-in-the-dark feature will require batteries and if you are buying for security this can be a problem because if the batteries run out so will the sight.
Standout Features
Brilliant Night Visibility
The main reason that you will buy the TRUGLO Tritium Handgun Sight is if you are looking for a very good sight that will give you the ability to use this in any lighting conditions including pitch blackness.
This is definitely well worth picking up if you currently have a Glock pistol for security and you are looking for something that will be ready to use in the middle of the night.
When there is no light at all your sidearm does not need to be left in the dark and it uses quality Swiss tritium for maximum brightness. The TruGlo Tritium Handgun Sight will glow bright both day and night, and you will get a different color on the sight that will definitely improve your shot and make sure that you have a clear sight picture no matter what time of the day you are using this.
Day and Night Transition
The TRUGLO Tritium Handgun Sight will give you a transition from standard white during the daylight to glowing green in the dark. This will allow you to be able to see exactly what you are doing and the colors have been picked to be the best due to the lighting conditions.
The white dot will definitely help you during the daylight and the glowing green is the standard color that you will want to use at night to increase accuracy and confidence.
The other great thing about the TRUGLO Tritium Handgun Sight is that it will not need batteries and it also does not need to be charged with light — it will simply glow. This sounds like a very basic feature but the number of sights with this feature that will require batteries or solar charging is huge.
With the TRUGLO Tritium Handgun Sight you will be able to use it at any time and you do not have to worry about it not being powered up and ready to go.
Compact Durable Design
You will get a compact snag free design and it also gives you a longer sight radius as well as a very durable construction so you will be able to use this to handle just about anything. The CNC-machined steel with Fortress Finish coating ensures maximum protection and longevity.
The fact that it does not need a battery or solar charging will increase the longevity and also the ease-of-use to be available at hand when you need it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will these affect holster fit on my Glock?
These are the same profile as OEM sights with a snag-resistant design that fits standard holsters.
Do these sights sit higher than factory Glock sights?
Some shooters have noted they sit slightly higher than stock sights, which can affect point of aim initially but is easily adjustable.
Will these fit the Gen 4 Glock models?
Yes, they fit great on Gen 4 Glocks as confirmed by multiple owners.
Verdict
If you are looking for a fantastic night sight for your Glock and something that will give you increased visibility in darkness and also the ability to use this in pitch black then we highly recommend checking out the TRUGLO Tritium Handgun Sight.
They will fit pretty much any Glock and the fact that they give you a very bright sight picture all done without batteries or needing to be recharged means that you will be able to use these with confidence no matter what time of day it is.
Customer Feedback
The TRUGLO Tritium Handgun Sight has a rating of 4.6 out of five stars. Individual feature ratings are also strong:
- Brightness: 4.7 out of 5
- Low light efficiency: 4.7 out of 5
- Accuracy improvement: 4.7 out of 5
83% of people have rated this five stars with a further 8% rating it four stars.
What shooters liked about this sight:
Night Visibility: The Swiss tritium provides reliable illumination in complete darkness without any power source.
Durability: The CNC-machined steel construction with Fortress Finish holds up to heavy use.
Value: Excellent night sights at a competitive price point compared to alternatives.
