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1911 U-Notch Rear Sight - Standard .156'''' U-Notch Rear Sight
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SKU: 100003769
Overview
Built for 1911 pistols carried in demanding roles, this fixed rear sight is intended for concealed carry, duty, and other use where a dependable sight picture matters. It is precision machined from heat-hardened 4140 steel bar stock and finished in matte black, with rounded and chamfered edges to help reduce snagging on holsters, clothing, or gear. The .125" high U-shaped notch is designed for quick alignment with a range of factory-height front sights, including fiber optic, tritium dot, and gold bead options. A plain black blade with 40 lpi serrations helps keep the sight picture clean, while the standard .325" height and Novak-style 65° x .500" dovetail provide a specific fit for compatible pistols.
Why Hunters Choose the 10-8 Performance
Precision Machined
From heat-hardened 4140 steel bar
Fully Dehorned
Rounded, chamfered edges to help
Easy-to-acquire .125"
High U-shaped notch supports quick
Compatible Wide
A wide variety of factory-height
Plain Black
40 lpi serrations helps reduce
Key Features
- Fixed rear sight precision machined from heat-hardened 4140 steel bar stock
- Fully dehorned with rounded, chamfered edges to help prevent snagging
- Plain black blade with 40 lpi serrations for a glare-free sight picture
- .125-inch high U-shaped notch for quick alignment with factory-height front sights
- Compatible with fiber optic, tritium dot, and gold bead front sights
- Fits Novak-style 65-degree x .500-inch dovetail
- Standard .325-inch high rear sight with .156-inch wide notch
Best Used For
- Concealed carry users wanting a snag-resistant fixed rear sight for daily holster wear
- Duty or combat pistol owners needing a rugged, reliable rear sight setup
- Shooters pairing with factory-height front sights, including fiber optic, tritium dot, or gold bead
- Users who prefer a plain black rear sight with a clear, easy-to-acquire sight picture
- 1911 owners with Novak-style 65Adeg x .500" dovetail slides
Specifications
| Blade Finish | Matte black finish |
|---|---|
| Color | Plain black blade |
| Compatibility | Fits a wide variety of factory-height front sights, including fiber optic, tritium dot, and gold beads |
| Construction | Heat-hardened 4140 steel bar stock |
| Dovetail Fit | Novak-style 65Adeg x .500" dovetail |
| Edges | Fully dehorned with rounded and chamfered edges |
| Height | .325" high |
| Material | Steel |
| Notch Height | .125" high U-shaped notch |
| Notch Width | .156" |
| Serrations | 40 lpi serrations |
| Sight Type | Fixed rear sight |
| Use | Concealed carry, duty, or combat pistols |
Pros
- Precision machined from heat-hardened 4140 steel bar stock for a rugged fixed rear sight.
- Fully dehorned with rounded, chamfered edges to help prevent snagging on gear.
- Easy-to-acquire .125" high U-shaped notch supports quick sight alignment.
- Compatible with a wide variety of factory-height front sights, including fiber optic, tritium dot, and gold beads.
- Plain black blade with 40 lpi serrations helps reduce glare for a clearer sight picture.
- Fits Novak-style 65° x .500" dovetail for standard 1911 rear sight applications.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a fixed rear sight, so it does not offer on-the-fly windage or elevation adjustment.
- The .156" notch is one of several width options; sight picture preference and front-sight pairing may vary by setup.
- It is specified for a Novak-style 65° x .500" dovetail, so fit is dependent on compatible slides.
- The plain black rear blade is designed for a glare-free sight picture, but it does not add a high-visibility rear aiming reference on its own.
Suggested Comparisons
- 1911 rear sight
- Fixed pistol sights
- Concealed carry pistol sight upgrades
Suggested Accessories
- 1911 front sight
- Sight installation tool
- Dovetail sight pusher
- Pistol sight adjustment tool
Frequently Asked Questions
What pistols does this rear sight fit?
It fits a Novak-style 65° x .500" dovetail. The product data does not list specific pistol models.
What notch width is this version?
This is the standard .156" U-notch rear sight.
What is the sight made from?
The rear sight is precision machined from heat-hardened 4140 steel bar stock and has a matte black finish.
Is the rear sight designed to reduce snagging?
Yes. The sight is fully dehorned with rounded and chamfered edges to help prevent snagging on holsters, clothing, or other gear.
What front sights is it intended to work with?
The .125" high U-shaped notch is described as aligning quickly with a wide variety of factory-height front sights, including fiber optic, tritium dot, and gold bead fronts.