TRITIUM FIBER OPTIC (TFO) SIGHT SETS FOR GLOCK® Reviews & Ratings
Reviews Summary
The TRITIUM FIBER OPTIC (TFO) sight sets for Glocks receive mixed reviews. Most users praise their visibility in various lighting conditions and quick target acquisition, making them suitable for aging eyes. However, issues arise with durability, installation challenges, and the sight's tendency to loosen or lose components over time. A few users report complete dissatisfaction, emphasizing a need for improvement in quality control.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Visibility
75%
A significant number of reviewers highlight the excellent visibility of TFO sights in both bright daylight and low light conditions. The combination of fiber optics and tritium ensures easy target acquisition, which is especially appreciated by users with aging eyesight or those engaged in shooting sports.
Durability
45%
While many users express satisfaction regarding the performance of the TFO sights, several report issues with the durability of the front sight, including instances of the fiber optic tube popping out or becoming loose. This inconsistency affects the product's perceived reliability, with some users recommending additional measures such as epoxy to secure them.
Installation Challenges
40%
Many reviewers point out difficulties during installation, particularly with certain sight dimensions not fitting securely into Glock slides. Users recommend utilizing tools like sight pushers to prevent damage during installation, with some alerting potential buyers to the need for minor adjustments.
Design Flaws
30%
A notable concern raised is the potential design flaws of the TFO sights, particularly regarding the front sight's stability. Some users remark that the screws may not hold the sights firmly in place, leading to functionality issues over time. This aspect significantly impacts customer satisfaction and raises questions about quality control.
Overall Satisfaction
55%
Despite the mixed experiences, there is a general consensus that many users find the TFO sights to be a practical upgrade from factory options. Users commend their performance, ease of use, and suitability for day and night shooting scenarios, indicating that many still prefer these sights over others available on the market.
Fantastic
Ran these on 2 rigs. Absolutely love them! 10/10
TFO sights are excellent
I am very pleased with the Truglo TFO sights that I just installed on my glock. The installation was not difficult. They are brighter and easier to see than the factory sights.
Great sight for old eyes
I listed myself as "occasional shooter" because there wasn't a better category. I have my own personal shooting range, I own about 10 sets of these sights on both Glocks and Sigs, and I love them. I have had Mep's, Trijicon's, XS, and several others, but I keep coming back to the Tritium TFO because they are easy to see and quickly acquire when your eyes go through the normal aging process. Some do require some minor fitting, but this is easily done with 220 or 400 grit sandpaper on a flat surface like the kitchen counter. Do use a sight pusher, it avoids injury to the sight, is atraumatic and precise. In my opinion, the only shortcoming with the sight is with regard to using cleaning solvents. Bore solvents reportedly can damage the TFO tube, but I picked up a neat cleaning trick on one of the "Master Gunsmith" videos that alleviated this problem. The gunsmith uses 'Simple Green" to clean all of his firearms. I use this exclusively now because it cleans as good or better than other solvents, it is not rough on the skin, it smells good, it is inexpensive, and it doesn't harm the sights. After scrubbing I wash it off with fairly hot tap water and dry it with an air compressor or hair dryer (for those without compressed air). This takes care of what I have found to be the shortcoming of the sight tube. I haven't had any tubes come out of the sight, but a little epoxy should fix that. I would recommend these sights
Great Defensive Night Sight.
I picked up a Glock 27, Gen 4, .40 cal to carry mostly at night. The fiber optics are the best of both worlds, light/dark. The old eyeballs ain't what they use to be, so I needed the Tritium. This is not a target pistol for me, but I shoot it regularly at the range at the distance you might expect in a defensive situation. {Point blank to 20 feet} The glow is plenty bright enough to see at night, great sight picture, but it's not so bright that it ruins your night vision and the different colors between the post and blade dots speeds up sight acquisition at night.. . A perfect balance between day & night. I like them so much, I went with a Tru-Glo sight with adjustable illuminated pins on my HOYT compound bow. Quality gear.
Great Sight
I have had a set of these sights on a carry gun for about 4 years now. They work perfectly and target acquisition is fast. When your eyes start failing with age, these sights make all the difference in the world. I have changed all my Glocks over to either these or the F/O only sight. TruGlo did it right with these sights. Perfect fit every time. Highly recommend. These sights get banged around a lot and have NEVER broken The pipe breaking in either the TFO or FO is a myth. As a LE armorer, I have installed many of these with never an issue.
Bang!
I really like how fast you aquire these sights. They're even better in bright light. I can't say enough about them and follow up shots are easier too!
very practical sights
have them mounted on 3 glocks and ordered 2 more sets, very bright in daylight and equal to other night sights at dark. well built and seem to stand up. one set is on a .45acp glock
Great sights in all light levels
These sights create an uncomplicated sight picture that looks the same in all light levels. This is great, as I use fiber optic sights to shoot competitively but also conceal carry. I like the green front and yellow rear, because the green appears brighter which makes it a bit easier for me to track it. My only complaint is that the front sight feels slightly flimsy. While this is a bit troublesome for me, it hasn't yet caused me any problems so I won't fault the product.
Great Sights for Old Eyes
These sights are easy to see and are very bright in the daytime and glow at night. You need a sight pusher to make sure you dont damage the sight.
Two Years Old and glowing like new
I have had them for 2 years, installed them 2 months ago, and they are outstanding. As a former 10 yr deputy & SWAT Sniper, and 3 yrs with Army Special Forces A Team ... they are worth the money. Use proper tools to install, I have had no rust problems and I wear the glock inside the pants with a TecLok polymar holster,[@] owner and NRA TC / Instructor,


