AR-15/M16 SIGHT WRENCHES

AR-15/M16 SIGHT WRENCHES Reviews & Ratings

AR-15/M16 SIGHT WRENCHES

Even though you are supposed to be able to adjust these sights with nothing more than a round of ammo, those who have know it is just not that simple. The Brownells AR-15/ M16 sight wrenches make it a breeze.


FEATURES
  • 1-3/8” long x 0.750” diameter
  • Blued finish
  • A1 model has five prongs for front and rear sight adjustment
  • A2 model has four prongs for front sight adjustment

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Reviews Summary
Overall, the AR-15/M16 sight wrenches receive mixed reviews from users. While many appreciate the tool's construction and functionality, others experience alignment issues and durability concerns, especially with the prongs breaking or failing to engage certain sight types. It's praised as a necessary tool for adjustments, but not flawless across all models.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Functionality
70%
Many reviewers highlight the tool's efficiency in adjusting rear sights and occasionally front sights, noting it performs well for specific models. However, several customers cite difficulties with alignment and compatibility across different front sight types, which impacts user satisfaction.
Construction Quality
55%
The tool is generally regarded as well-made and solid, with some users appreciating its military-grade feel. Nevertheless, frustrations arise due to the prongs breaking easily, leading to a mixed perception on overall durability and quality.
Compatibility
65%
Compatibility issues are a recurring theme, with numerous users finding that the wrench does not fit properly with some models, particularly newer or less common sight types. Reviewers express disappointment when the tool fails to fulfill its intended purpose due to such incompatibilities.
User Experience
60%
The user experience varies significantly; while some find the tool a game changer for sight adjustments, others face challenges or frustrations that detract from their overall satisfaction. Patience is often needed for proper use, reinforcing the notion of a learning curve.
Customer Service
40%
Positive remarks about customer service appear, especially in instances of product exchanges or assistance related to tool issues. Customers appreciate the responsiveness of Brownell’s in addressing their concerns regarding malfunctioning tools.
5
Thank you.
This thing is hard to find in brick and mortar stores but thanks to Brownells it’s available (when in stock) it’s a must if you have the Daniel Defense 1.5 rear sight or have a Colt 723 upper receiver (Gary Gordon rifle. It works great. I brought two because two is one and one is none.
Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend
5
Great
Can't wait to get to the range and site in m16 a1
5
Works!
I had a very stubborn front site post that was not moving with a simple to push of a bullet this worked wonders and a drop of oil, ez.
5
Works great!
Quality from workmanship to materials to finish. Worked perfectly on my Wilson front sight. Tried other brands without success, but Brownells came through! Thanks.
5
works like a charm
Given the reviews I'd read, I was unsure this thing would work. Like others I couldn't get a bullet to hold down the release button and turn the post on my Rock River A2, but on my first attempt, this wrench worked like a charm.
5
Nice product!
Hard to find quality US made tools for sight adjustment anymore. This is a robust tool, and compact enough for take along.
4
Well made sight tool
This tool is primarily for the Colt Sp1, AR15, M16A1 type rifles and not the A2 variants.. is pretty easy to use and well made. Matt
4
Yes!finally a front site tool that works
Using another tool I could not lower my front post site any more..with this... 3 whole revolutions more! Time to go see if now my rifle isn't shooting low! I doubt it will last for long as the teeth are small..but it worked this time, hopefully it will have a long life.
4
ok tool but great customer service
so the first time i used it one of the teeth broke off and the rest got bent up real bad. i emailed Brownells and they let me exchange it for a new one. [...] im not sure if my sights are a little tight or the tool is a little weak. my new one works great, i just have to be gentle with it.
3
A Good Idea
I bought the A1 version of the front sight wrench to zero my USAF M16 clone. Getting the tines in the front sight tool to depress the front sight detent and engage in the front sight notches is problematic. Sometimes you can get them lined up and the tool works great. Other times, I have use a 1 /16 brass punch to move the front sight. The tool works great on the rear sight.