Description
This XS Ghost Ring WS set is built for Henry .45-70 round barrel rifles where the front sight is dovetailed directly into the barrel. It replaces your factory irons with a large rear ghost ring and a high-contrast white stripe front post, giving you a wide field of view and quick, instinctive target acquisition when a deer steps out with light fading. Everything is precision CNC machined from steel in Fort Worth, Texas, so it's ready to take the knocks that come with hard field use.
Why the Ghost Ring WS Works So Well in the Field
Ghost ring setups are popular on lever guns for a reason. Your eye naturally centers the front post inside that big rear aperture, so you spend less time lining things up and more time on the target. The white stripe front sight sits on a blued steel body and shows up clearly against dark timber, brush, or a snowy backdrop. It's a genuine upgrade over a standard buckhorn or bead when you're hunting in real-world lighting.
Dialing In Your XS Ghost Ring Set
The rear sight is fully adjustable for both windage and elevation, so you can get zeroed and keep it there. Two apertures come in the box, a .230-inch inside diameter and a .191-inch, letting you pick more light and speed or a tighter, more precise picture depending on conditions and your eyes.
A Few Fit Notes Before You Order
One important thing to know: this set is designed to run with the XS Lever Rail (HN-6000R-N), which is sold separately. The rear ghost ring mounts to that rail, so you'll want both pieces to complete the system. This dovetail version fits Henry .45-70 models with the front sight dovetailed into the barrel, not the ones with a screwed-on ramp. If your rifle has the screw-on front, you'll want the HN-0001-5 version instead. Check your barrel before you buy and you'll be set.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: XS Sights
- Manufacturer Part Number: HN-0002-5
- UPC: 647533018937
- Model: Ghost Ring WS
- Product Type: Rifle Sight Set
- Style: Dovetail Front Sight
- Fits: Henry .45-70 round barrel with dovetailed front sight
- Front Sight Color: White Stripe
- Material: CNC machined steel
- Adjustability: Fully adjustable for windage and elevation
- Apertures Included: .230 in and .191 in inside diameter
- Requires: XS Lever Rail HN-6000R-N (sold separately)
- Made In: USA (Fort Worth, TX)
- Length: 4.95 in
- Shipping Weight: 0.165 lb
What’s Included
- White stripe dovetail front sight
- Rear ghost ring sight
- Two ghost ring apertures (.230 in and .191 in)
- Screw kit
- Red threadlocker
- Instruction insert
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the XS Ghost Ring WS work on its own or do I need the Lever Rail?
This set is designed to be used with the XS Lever Rail (HN-6000R-N), which is sold separately. The rear ghost ring mounts to that rail rather than the barrel, so it will not zero on its own or with another rail system. Plan on running both pieces together to complete the setup.
How do I know if I need the dovetail version instead of the screw-on version?
This HN-0002-5 set fits Henry .45-70 round barrel rifles where the front sight is dovetailed directly into the barrel. If your front sight sits on a ramp that's screwed onto the barrel, you'll want the HN-0001-5 version instead. Take a close look at how your front sight attaches before ordering.
Why does the XS Ghost Ring set come with two apertures?
You get a .230-inch and a .191-inch inside diameter aperture so you can tune the sight to your conditions. The larger ring lets in more light and speeds up target acquisition, while the smaller one gives a tighter, more precise picture. Swap them based on lighting and what your eyes prefer.
What makes a ghost ring better than the factory Henry sights for hunting?
The large rear aperture gives you a wide field of view and lets your eye naturally center the front post, so you get on target faster. The white stripe front post also shows up clearly against dark timber or brush where a standard bead can disappear. For hunters who prefer irons, it's a real step up in speed and visibility.






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