[johnnydangerously]

I just got the combat aperture flip up rear sight from Earley on GB for my 9mm gen2. Seems like it fits perfectly and is well machined, we'll find out if it's zeroed when I can get to the range. So far I am very happy with it, much better than the TK version I tried and returned.

Here is my issue: I have the screw in fairly tight so there is little/no lateral wobble while folding, because I don't want the front sight guards hitting the stock when I fold it. Because of this, it's very hard to use the lever to flip it up or down. It activates properly when I open it, and I can push it down by pressing on the sight itself with a little effort. It doesnt seem like I am in danger of bending it by doing this, it seems pretty sturdy.

Has anybody else had this issue, or come up with a workaround?

Should I lube the washers with white lithium, or something else? Should I polish the hinge/pin with emery cloth? Leave it alone and hope it breaks in?

 

[Captains1911]

What do you mean by "see if it's zeroed?" The rear sight is fixed, all adjustments are made to the front sight.

 

[johnnydangerously]

Good point. I just want to make sure it's accurate. Any input on the tightness on the lever?

 

[Artofgolf]

... I just want to make sure it's accurate. Any input on the tightness on the lever?

The flip-down rear sight mentioned is the best that I've found. When I installed mine on the Gen 2, it was very tight & stiff.
No looseness (play) on the lever, as the stainless steel pivot rod is machined to tolerances much higher than the TK model.
IMHO, you will be pleased with it.

 

[johnnydangerously]

I look forward to trying it out. Does the stiffness get better as it breaks in? I am happy to keep thumbing the sight itself if the lever's too stiff.

 

[Artofgolf]

Stiff sight

... Does the stiffness get better as it breaks in? ...

Mine did over time. Some to the other guys that ordered one used a drop of oil on the contact surfaces.

Let us know how it works out for you.

 

[johnnydangerously]

Thanks Art. Hoppes elite gun oil (or similar) would be better idea than white lithium?

 

[Artofgolf]

Thanks Art. Hoppes elite gun oil (or similar) would be better idea than white lithium?

Yep. My favorite is Ballistol.

 

[johnnydangerously]

Thanks, I'll give it a shot

 

[jwills]

I like that it takes a bit of effort to utilize the thumb lever. I'd not worry about it. The looser it is the greater chance it doesn't stay put where it needs to be.

 

[Artofgolf]

... The looser it is the greater chance it doesn't stay put where it needs to be.

Yep. Gotta stay put.

 

[johnnydangerously]

I like that it takes a bit of effort to utilize the thumb lever. I'd not worry about it. The looser it is the greater chance it doesn't stay put where it needs to be.

Agreed, but I should be able to engage the lever without worrying about snapping off the polymer handle.

EDIT: Lever is aircraft aluminum, not polymer.

 

[Artofgolf]

Agreed, but I should be able to engage the lever without worrying about snapping off the polymer handle.

I thought the handle on the sight from earley was made of anodized aluminum. Are you talking about the TK sight?

 

[johnnydangerously]

Crap, you're right. Its aluminum and doesnt look like its going anywhere. Sorry, I just got it installed last night and am still getting used to it. I did have an issue with the TK version and returned it. I just dropped some Hoppes oil between the washers and will loosen the screw a 1/8 turn until it breaks in a little.

 

[Artofgolf]

... Its aluminum and doesnt look like its going anywhere...

Yes, it's well-made and very durable. Once the subbie has been opened & closed a dozen times, you'll be GTG

 

[johnnydangerously]

I played around a little this weekend, I had it screwed it way too tight; the hex bolt on the left side wasn't even rotating when I moved the lever. I loosened it, oiled up the washers, and have found the happy medium where the sight activates perfectly when you unfold it, stays firmly in place, folds down with a little effort but no thumb pain, and my sub folds up without the front sight moving laterally and hitting the stock. All in all, it took a little tweaking to overcome a user error at install, but this is a great upgrade.

 

[445gsd]

Is there a link to the sight? I searched gun broker but couldn't find anything.

Thanks!

 

[Artofgolf]

...I searched gun broker but couldn't find anything...

Try this one: http://www.gunbroker.com/All/BI.aspx?IncludeSellers=2252238

AoG

 

[kendive]

I just got the combat aperture flip up rear sight from Earley on GB for my 9mm gen2. Seems like it fits perfectly and is well machined, we'll find out if it's zeroed when I can get to the range. So far I am very happy with it, much better than the TK version I tried and returned.

Here is my issue: I have the screw in fairly tight so there is little/no lateral wobble while folding, because I don't want the front sight guards hitting the stock when I fold it. Because of this, it's very hard to use the lever to flip it up or down. It activates properly when I open it, and I can push it down by pressing on the sight itself with a little effort. It doesnt seem like I am in danger of bending it by doing this, it seems pretty sturdy.

Has anybody else had this issue, or come up with a workaround?

Should I lube the washers with white lithium, or something else? Should I polish the hinge/pin with emery cloth? Leave it alone and hope it breaks in?

I also had some stuff from TK including the rear sight. It was a piece of junk. I wish I looked on here before I bought it. I returned it and then had to fight for my funds back. I will not do business with them ever again.

I also am looking for a good rear sight for my 9mm Sub 2000 Gen 2 (Tan).




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[jwills]

I can't say it enough. Best upgrade I done to the sub2k. I know some folks might think its a bit steep for a replacement sight but IMO its been worth every penny. Kendive I don't think you will be disappointed with Earley's version.