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Ameriglo GL-812: 5XL Optic Compatible Sight Set for GLOCK(R) Pistols - Green Tritium
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SKU: GL-812
Overview
Built for pistols equipped with red dots, this sight set serves as a backup or co-witness iron-sight option for shooters who want a simple sight picture alongside an optic. The blacked-out front and rear sights keep the setup understated, while the tall profile is intended for use on compatible GLOCK models when pairing the pistol with a mounted light. It is not compatible with the GLOCK 42, 43, 43x, or 48, so fitment should be checked before purchase. Green tritium is included, though the product notes that it is less important when the sights are backlit by a white light in low-light conditions.
Why Hunters Choose the Ameriglo
Backup Co-witness
Pistol-mounted red dots
Compatible Most
Most GLOCK models, excluding the
Tall Sight
Configuration supports optic-mounted pistol setups
Blackout Front
Rear sights reduce visual clutter
Green Tritium
Is included for low-light visibility
Key Features
- Backup or co-witness iron sight set for pistol-mounted red dots.
- Compatible with all GLOCK models except 42, 43, 43x, and 48.
- Tall 5XL sight configuration with green tritium.
- Blackout front and rear sights for a low-profile sight picture.
- Black serrated front sight design.
- Specified as black outline sights with front 407 and rear 507 heights.
Best Used For
- Backup iron sights for pistol-mounted red dots on compatible GLOCK models
- Users pairing a white light with a pistol for low-light sight alignment
- Shooters wanting blacked-out front and rear sights with green tritium
- Owners of GLOCK models excluding 42, 43, 43x, and 48 seeking co-witness sights
Specifications
| Compatibility | GLOCK(R) pistols |
|---|---|
| Compatible Models Exclusions | 42, 43, 43x, and 48 |
| Disclaimer | Not manufactured, authorized, endorsed, or warranted by GLOCK(R); GLOCK(R) does not warrant or represent compatibility |
| Front Height | 407" |
| Front Rear Sights | Blacked out |
| Front Sight | Black Serrated Front |
| Illumination | Green Tritium |
| Model | GL-812 |
| Notes | Ideal if paired with a white light; tritium described as unimportant in low light conditions when back lit |
| Outline | Black Outline |
| Product Type | Sight Set |
| Rear Height | 507" |
| Rear Sight | Black Rear |
| Use | Backup or co-witness iron sights for pistol mounted red dots |
Pros
- Designed for backup or co-witness use with pistol-mounted red dots.
- Compatible with most GLOCK models, excluding the 42, 43, 43x, and 48.
- Tall sight configuration supports optic-mounted pistol setups.
- Blackout front and rear sights reduce visual clutter.
- Green tritium is included for low-light visibility.
- Black serrated front sight and black rear sight are specified.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for backup or co-witness use with pistol-mounted red dots, so it is not a standalone sighting solution for every setup.
- Compatibility excludes GLOCK 42, 43, 43x, and 48, so fitment should be checked before purchase.
- The front and rear sights are blacked out, which may be less useful if you want a brighter daytime sight picture.
- The product notes that a white light can make the tritium less important in low light, so the illumination benefit depends on your setup.
Suggested Comparisons
- Pistol backup iron sights
- Co-witness sight sets for red dot pistols
- GLOCK-compatible sight sets
- Tall pistol sights
Suggested Accessories
- Red dot backup sights
- Pistol light
- Sight installation tool
- Glock-compatible holster
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ameriglo GL-812 sight set designed for?
It is designed for use as backup or co-witness iron sights for pistol-mounted red dots.
Which GLOCK models are compatible with this sight set?
It is compatible with all GLOCK models except the 42, 43, 43x, and 48.
What sight configuration does the product use?
The product is listed as a 5XL tall green tritium sight set with a black outline, black serrated front, and blacked-out front and rear sights.
Is this sight set intended for use with a weapon light?
The description says it is ideal if you plan to mate a white light to your pistol, because the sights will be backlit in low light conditions.
Does GLOCK warrant or endorse this sight set?
No. The listing states that the product is not manufactured, authorized, endorsed, or warranted by GLOCK, and that GLOCK does not warrant or represent compatibility.