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Hi-Viz DOVM-420 Interchangeable Front Sight – 3/8″ Dovetail 7/16″ Tall

UPC: 613485584684

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Description

Factory iron sights get the job done, but a dull black post can disappear against dark timber or in fading evening light. The Hi-Viz DOVM-420 solves that with a glowing fiber-optic aiming point that pulls in ambient light and puts a crisp, bright dot right where you're looking. It fits rifles and muzzleloaders that use a standard 3/8" dovetail front sight slot, and at .420" tall (that's the 7/16" measurement, taken from the bottom of the dovetail to the top of the sight) it's sized to keep your point of aim on track with the matching rear.

What Sets the DOVM-420 Front Sight Apart

The heart of this sight is the LitePipe system. It ships with interchangeable green and red LitePipes, so you can swap colors to suit the conditions. Green tends to pop against brown and tan backgrounds like brush and fields, while red stands out in snow or bright open country. The pipes measure .080" in diameter for a defined dot that's easy to pick up fast without washing out your target.

Built for Real Field Use

The base is machined from steel, not plastic, so it stands up to the pounding of centerfire recoil and years of hard hunting seasons. It seats low and secure in the dovetail for a clean profile that won't snag on a case or sling. Because the LitePipes are user-replaceable, a cracked or worn pipe is a quick fix rather than a reason to buy a whole new sight.

Fitting the Hi-Viz Dovetail Sight

Installation is straightforward for anyone comfortable drifting a dovetail sight, and Hi-Viz backs the unit with a limited lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects. If your rifle or muzzleloader wears a 3/8" dovetail front and you're tired of squinting at a black blade, this is one of the simpler upgrades you can make to speed up your sight picture.

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Hi-Viz
  • Model: Interchangeable Universal Dovetail (DOVM Series)
  • Manufacturer Part Number: DOVM-420
  • UPC: 613485584684
  • Product Type: Front Rifle / Muzzleloader Sight
  • Fit: 3/8" Dovetail Front Sight Slot
  • Sight Height: .420" (7/16"), measured bottom of dovetail to top of sight
  • LitePipe Colors: Green and Red (Interchangeable)
  • LitePipe Diameter: .080"
  • Base Material: Steel
  • Style: Fiber Optic
  • Warranty: Limited Lifetime (LitePipes considered a wear item)

What’s Included

  • Hi-Viz DOVM-420 steel dovetail front sight base
  • Interchangeable green and red LitePipes
  • Key/tool for changing LitePipes

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the Hi-Viz DOVM-420 fit my rifle or muzzleloader?

It's designed for rimfire and centerfire rifles as well as muzzleloaders that use a standard 3/8" dovetail front sight slot. If your factory front sight drifts out of a 3/8" dovetail, this one will drop into the same cut. When in doubt, measure your existing dovetail before ordering.

What does the 7/16" or .420" height actually refer to?

That's the sight height measured from the bottom of the dovetail to the very top of the sight, which works out to .420 inches, or 7/16". Hi-Viz makes the DOVM series in several heights so you can match your rear sight and hold your zero. Picking the right height matters for getting your point of aim to line up correctly.

Can I change the LitePipe colors, and what colors come with it?

Yes, the LitePipes are user-swappable and the sight comes with both green and red included. Green shows up well against brush and darker backdrops, while red pops against snow and bright open ground. The pipes are also replaceable if one ever gets damaged, so you're not stuck buying a whole new sight.

Do I need a gunsmith to install this dovetail sight?

If you're comfortable drifting a dovetail sight with a brass punch and a light hammer, most folks can handle it at the bench. The steel base seats securely in the dovetail once it's tapped into place. If you'd rather not tackle it yourself, any gunsmith can install it in a few minutes.

Additional information

UPC

613485584684

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Part Number

DOVM-420

Color

Red, Green

Length

6.5500

Model

Product Type

Sight

Shipping Weight

0.04

Style

Fiber Optic

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