LOMOUNT ADJUSTABLE PLAIN BLACK 1911 REAR SIGHT Reviews & Ratings
Reviews Summary
The LOMOUNT Adjustable Plain Black 1911 Rear Sight is a solid choice for 1911 enthusiasts, offering easy installation and improved accuracy. However, some users faced fitting challenges due to varying specifications, and concerns arose about the durability of the adjustment screw. Overall, it’s a practical option, particularly for defensive and sport shooting.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Installation Ease
50%
Many reviewers highlight the straightforward installation process of the sight, noting that it can often be done without modifications. This ease of use contributes to a positive overall experience for users upgrading their sights.
Fitting Issues
30%
A significant number of reviews point out challenges related to fitting the sight on various firearm models, especially regarding discrepancies in the specifications of Novak cuts. Users stress the importance of measuring carefully before installation.
Performance Improvement
40%
Users report marked improvement in accuracy upon swapping to this adjustable rear sight, particularly for those who had issues with stock non-adjustable sights. Reviewers appreciate the enhanced performance for both defensive and sport shooting scenarios.
Durability Concerns
20%
Several reviewers mention issues with the adjustment screw's durability, with one user losing the screw while shooting. This concern suggests potential weaknesses in the design that may affect long-term use.
Versatility for Shooting Styles
30%
The sight is regarded as suitable for a range of shooting styles, particularly for defensive use and sport shooting like 3-gun competitions. Reviewers mention its practicality for quick target acquisition in varied lighting conditions.
Undersized
Like everything 1911 related, it requires fitting and the 'spec' is not always the spec. If you have a Springfield Armory 'Novak' cut, then this likely will not work unless the slide is peened to create a press fit. Novak and other manufactures identify SA cuts as being 0.500 wide and a Novak sight actually measures 0.480 not the published 0.495. The later part is why this is a one star review. If you punch out your SA "novak" and it measures ~0.495 then a true Novak will be undersized. Get your calipers and prove me wrong. The SA 'Novak' is closer in size to a Heinie.
It Lasted 10 Months
I installed this rear sight on a 4.25" Ruger 1911 .45ACP (SR1911CMD). This Ruger didn't sight-in well with the stock fixed sights. I was able to dial-in the sighting using this Novak adjustable rear sight and I was happy with this sight for 10 months. Then the sight adjustment screw came out and was lost while shooting. For now, I've reinstalled the stock fixed rear sight and I've not decided whether or with what rear sight to use next.
