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GG&G Flip-Up Backup Front Sight for AR-15 Forearms Aluminum Black

UPC: 813157002311

$106.99

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Description

When your optic quits on you, a backup front sight is the thing that keeps you in the fight. GG&G built this one to ride on a tactical forearm at the same height as a mil-spec flat top upper receiver, so it drops right into place and lines up where you expect it. The A2-style post sits inside protective ears, flips up in a hurry, and locks into position so it stays put through recoil and rough handling.

What Sets the GG&G Flip-Up Front Sight Apart

This sight is machined from 6061-T6 billet aluminum and wears a Type III hard coat anodized matte black finish, which shrugs off corrosion and abrasion while keeping glare down. It tips the scale right around 1.15 to 1.25 ounces, so you get a tough part without hanging much extra weight off the front of your rifle. GG&G smooths and rounds every edge, which means no snag points when you're running it fast. It carries a lifetime warranty and is made in Tucson, Arizona.

Setting Up the GG&G Backup Front Sight

Installation is straightforward thanks to the solid squeeze rail attachment that clamps onto standard MIL-STD-1913 dovetails. It comes with a standard A2 front sight post that adjusts for elevation, and it plays nice with A1, A2, and most tritium posts if you want to swap in something for low-light work. A little blue thread locker on the post during setup goes a long way toward keeping your zero locked in over time.

Pairing the GG&G Front Sight With Your Setup

The real strength here is the true-center co-witness with most red dot optics, so it lines up cleanly behind sights like an Aimpoint, EOTech, or Holosun without fighting your view. It's also designed to work with all four of GG&G's rear backup iron sights, so you can build out a matched front-and-rear set. Owners who've run it consistently mention how solid and accurate it holds up once dialed in, which is exactly what you want from a piece meant to bail you out.

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer: GG&G, Inc.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: GGG-1393
  • UPC: 813157002311
  • Sight Type: Flip-Up Backup Front Sight (BUIS)
  • Platform: AR-15 Tactical Forearms / Same-Height Gas Blocks
  • Material: 6061-T6 Billet Aluminum
  • Finish: Type III Hard Coat Anodized Matte Black (Mil-Spec)
  • Color: Black
  • Style: Flip-Up
  • Front Post: Standard A2, Elevation Adjustable
  • Post Compatibility: A1, A2, and Most Tritium Posts
  • Mounting: Squeeze Rail Attachment for MIL-STD-1913 Dovetail
  • Co-Witness: True Center with Most Red Dot Optics
  • Weight: Approx. 1.15 to 1.25 oz
  • Warranty: Lifetime
  • Origin: Made in the USA

What’s Included

  • GG&G Flip-Up Backup Front Sight (GGG-1393)
  • Standard A2 front sight post (installed)

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this GG&G flip-up front sight co-witness with my red dot?

Yes. It's designed to provide a true-center co-witness with most red dot optics like Aimpoint, EOTech, and Holosun sights. Actual alignment can vary a little depending on the mount height you're running, so pair it with a standard-height optic mount for the cleanest picture.

Where is this front sight meant to be mounted?

It's built to sit on a tactical forearm that's at the same height as a mil-spec flat top upper receiver, which puts the post at the correct sight height. You can also mount it on a dovetailed gas block that sits at that same height. It clamps onto standard MIL-STD-1913 dovetail rail with a solid squeeze attachment.

Can I add a tritium post for low-light shooting?

You can. The sight ships with a standard A2 post but is compatible with A1, A2, and most tritium front posts. A lot of folks swap in a Trijicon green tritium post for night work, and it pairs well with tritium rear sights.

Does it hold zero and stay put during recoil?

It locks solidly into the upright position and holds through recoil once installed. Using a dab of blue thread locker on the front sight post when you set it up helps keep everything tight and holding zero over time. The 6061-T6 aluminum body and hard coat finish are built to take a beating.

Additional information

UPC

813157002311

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Part Number

GGG-1393

Color

Black

Style

Flip-Up

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