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All Diameter Shotgun Sight Installer - Shotgun Sight Installer, Small Diameter, 0.050'''' To 0.125''''
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SKU: 080000093
Overview
This sight bead installer is built for careful, controlled installation work on shotguns, especially when you want to avoid marring the bead or barrel. Its adjustable spring steel collet is designed to hold the sight globe securely while remaining gentle on softer aluminum, and the screwdriver-style handle adds control during tightening. The small-size version fits sight beads from .050" to .125", making it a practical choice for a range of bead diameters. It is a straightforward bench tool for hunters and gunsmiths who want a more precise, less damaging way to install shotgun sights.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
Adjustable Spring
Steel collet holds the sight
Designed Help
Install sight beads without damaging
Brownells Screwdriver
Handle provides added control while
Spring Steel
Collet is described as gentle
Small Size
Fits sight beads from .050
Key Features
- Adjustable spring steel collet holds the sight globe for installation.
- Spring steel collet is described as gentle on sight beads.
- Brownells screwdriver handle is designed to improve control during installation.
- Intended to help screw in sights without damage to the sight or barrel.
- Small size fits sight beads from .050" to .125" in diameter.
- Small model includes a 1" diameter handle.
Best Used For
- Gunsmiths installing small shotgun sight beads between .050 and .125 inches
- Hunters who want controlled, careful sight installation on soft aluminum barrels
- Users replacing or tightening sight beads with a screwdriver-style handle
- Shop or bench work where repeated sight installations call for a dedicated tool
Specifications
| Collet Material | Spring steel |
|---|---|
| Handle Diameter Large | 1-7/64 in (2.82 cm) |
| Handle Diameter Small | 1 in (2.54 cm) |
| Handle Material | Plastic |
| Sight Bead Diameter Range Large | 0.115 in (2.9 mm) to 0.188 in (4.8 mm) |
| Sight Bead Diameter Range Small | 0.050 in (1.3 mm) to 0.125 in (3.2 mm) |
Pros
- Adjustable spring steel collet holds the sight bead securely during installation.
- Designed to help install sight beads without damaging the bead or barrel.
- Brownells screwdriver handle provides added control while tightening sights.
- Spring steel collet is described as gentle on sight beads.
- Small size fits sight beads from .050 to .125 inches in diameter.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is the Small version, so it is limited to sight beads between 0.050" and 0.125" in diameter.
- The tool is designed specifically for installing sight beads; it is not a general-purpose screwdriver or multi-tool.
- The handle is plastic, which keeps the tool light and simple, but may feel less substantial than metal-handled alternatives.
- The spring steel collet is intended to hold the sight bead delicately, so the focus is on controlled installation rather than aggressive clamping.
Suggested Comparisons
- Shotgun sight installation tools
- Gun maintenance and gunsmithing tools
- Shotgun accessory installation tools
- Firearm hand tools
Suggested Accessories
- Shotgun sight beads
- Gunsmithing screwdriver bits
- Bench vise
- Gun cleaning kit
Frequently Asked Questions
What size sight beads does the Small Shotgun Sight Installer fit?
The Small version installs sight beads with diameters between 0.050" and 0.125".
What is this tool designed to do?
It is designed to help install shotgun sight beads, with a spring steel collet that holds the sight globe for installation.
What materials are listed for the tool?
The listed specs identify a plastic handle and a spring steel collet.
Is the tool intended to reduce the chance of damage during installation?
Yes. The description says the collet holds the sight globe delicately for damage-free installation, and the screwdriver handle is meant to improve control while tightening the sight.
Is there a larger version available?
Yes. The description says it is available in Small and Large sizes. The Large version fits sight beads from 0.115" to 0.188".