AR15 sight inquiry....

[Archangel14]

Okay gents, I just purchased a PTAC AR15 mid length upper from PSA. I need to pick up a rear iron sight. This will be a beater rifle, so I'm not interested in spending a lot of cash. What are your recommendations? I've seen some UTI sights in the $30-$40 range. Is that the way to go?

Thanks, and may you all have a blessed day, free from others attempting to suppress your happiness.

 

[jacob2745]

I paid ~$50 for my magpul and haven't regretted it

 

[Archangel14]

Thanks Jacob. Can you be more specific as to the exact model? I have very limited experience with the AR platform, and it's my understanding that the type of rear sight needed is somewhat dependent upon the front sight used. I think my front sight is an "A2" style (whatever that means!). Do you have any direction to give me? Thanks!

 

[taliv]

Look for mbuis or something like that. I forget how thy spell it. There might be a gen 1 & 2 but I think they are same model. It's just a plastic folding rear sight which is durable and lightweight.

 

[jacob2745]

Taliv is correct. They call it the magpul mbus and there is little difference between gen 1 and 2.

 

[Hacker15E]

Just remember that the MBUS is a backup sight. It is intended to be folded down on a gun using optics, and then popped up if that optic malfunctions. It is not intended to be the primary rear sight on a rifle.

 

[AlphaVictorTango]

EBay. Search Matech or Knights Armament.

 

[thefish]

How about this one from psa?


http://palmettostatearmory.com/inde...-same-plane-for-railed-uppers-1/category/357/

How is the quality on that PTAC?

 

[Archangel14]

Just remember that the MBUS is a backup sight. It is intended to be folded down on a gun using optics

I do not intend to use optics on this carbine. Hence, is the Magpul mbus good enough on it's own? If not, why?

Thank you.

 

[taliv]

It is designed to be a backup but it works fine for general use. If all you are going to do is sit at a bench and try to shoot tiny groups to post on the Internet, I'd definitely recommend a different sight. Likewise if you are shooting past 200 yards, different sight.

 

[Outlaw Man]

You might consider the MBUS Pro. It's a little more expensive, but it's steel and should handle any abuse you can throw at it. I wouldn't say it was a necessity, though.

 

[LeonCarr]

Spend 70 bucks and get the Daniel Defense A1.5.

My first choice for a rear sight. Simple adjustments, rugged construction, made in USA.

Check it out.

Just my .02,
LeonCarr

 

[Bobson]

You might consider the MBUS Pro. It's a little more expensive, but it's steel and should handle any abuse you can throw at it. I wouldn't say it was a necessity, though.

It may be. I've read several reports of the MBUS rear sight breaking. Not sure what the issue is - maybe some people are just too rough. If the OP is planning to get a flip-up sight to use as a primary, I think he would be very well served to go with something that isn't plastic. Heck, I'd give an A2 carry handle some very serious consideration if I were in the same position.