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SHOTGUN SIGHT INSTALLERS

SHOTGUN SIGHT INSTALLERS Reviews & Ratings

The 'clean' installation of aluminum or brass shotgun sights has always been one of the bug-a-boos of the gunsmithing profession. The Shotgun Sight Installer exactly fills the need for a truly precision instrument with which to install a shotgun bead without a mark - satisfying even the most particular gun man. The holding jaws are internally ground and lapped to give maximum holding surface on the globe of the sight without marring or damaging the metal. Priced at a level any gunsmith can afford, yet will give a lifetime of service.

SPECS: Available in aluminum or steel.

NOTE: The Three Pack Set contains one of each size. Three sizes: Lg. .175'; Med. .130'; or Sm. .067'.
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Reviews Summary
Customers express mixed feelings about the SHOTGUN SIGHT INSTALLERS. While some appreciate their sturdy design and effectiveness in bead installation, many complain about stiffness, sizing issues, and the tools' failure to grip beads properly. Overall, they seem to be heavy-duty but may require modifications to be truly effective.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Product Quality
67%
The quality of the SHOTGUN SIGHT INSTALLERS receives mixed reviews. While some users admire their heavy-duty construction and durability, others criticize the tools for being overly stiff and difficult to use. Several customers note that the finish can come off during use, leading to a mess and overall dissatisfaction.
Ease of Use
80%
Many reviewers highlight challenges with the ease of use of the installers, particularly mentioning the stiffness of the jaws, making it difficult to insert and secure beads properly. Users often have to modify the tools or use additional tools to get them to work effectively, indicating a significant usability issue.
Replacement Options
40%
Several customers express disappointment with the steel version, prompting discussions about considering the aluminum variant as a potentially better option. Reviewers suggest that the aluminum tools might offer a more comfortable grip and functionality without the downsides seen with the steel set.
Customer Experience
60%
Overall customer experience is varied, with many expressing frustration over sizing discrepancies and potential modifications needed to make the tools functional. Some users strongly recommend against purchasing them based on their own negative experiences, emphasizing the importance of reading reviews before deciding.
Value for Money
55%
For a significant number of reviewers, the tools' performance didn't justify their price, leading to disappointment in terms of value for money. Some felt that they wasted money, as they had to resort to alternative solutions when these tools did not work as intended.
4
No fuss, No cuss tool!
When I got these I immediately tried them, and with excellant results. They are quite heavy duty, being steel, but are well made and simple to use. After installing one of each of the common bead sizes I decided they are far superior to the forceps I used to use, requiring little or no touch up. The only drawback is they are heavy, but should outlast me!