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Hex Plug Screws - 6-48 X 1/8'''' Hex Socket Plug Screws 12 Pack
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SKU: 080534001
Overview
These steel, blued plug screws are made to close off unused sight and scope mounting holes on rifles or pistols, helping keep dirt and debris out while giving the firearm a cleaner, finished appearance. The hex-head opening is designed to match other screws on the gun for a consistent look. Offered in 6-48 x 1/8" or 8-40 x .130" sizes, they come in a 12-pack for multiple installations or spares. A straightforward option for hunters and shooters who want to tidy up unused mounting points without adding unnecessary bulk.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
Helps Keep
Dirt and debris out of
Clean, Finished
Look for rifle or pistol
Hex-head Opening
Matches other screws on the
Available 6-48
X 1/8 inch or 8-40
Sold 12-pack
For multiple mounting holes
Key Features
- Steel hex-head plug screws fill unused sight and scope mounting holes.
- Helps keep dirt and debris out of empty screw holes.
- Provides a clean, finished look on rifles or pistols.
- Hex-head opening matches other screws on the firearm.
- Sold in packs of 12.
- Available in 6-48 x 1/8 inch or 8-40 x .130 inch sizes.
Best Used For
- Hunters covering unused sight or scope holes on rifles or pistols for a clean finish
- Owners matching existing hex-head firearm screws with a simple plug-screw solution
- Gunsmiths or tinkerers needing a dozen steel plug screws for common mounting holes
- Shooters wanting to keep dirt and debris out of empty screw holes during storage
Specifications
| Blade Finish | Blued |
|---|---|
| Material | Steel, blued |
| Pack Quantity | 12 |
| Screw Type | Hex-head plug screws |
| Thread Size | 6-48 x 1/8'''' or 8-40 x .130'''' |
| Use | Fill empty sight and scope mounting holes |
Pros
- Helps keep dirt and debris out of unused sight and scope mounting holes.
- Provides a clean, finished look for rifle or pistol screw holes.
- Hex-head opening matches other screws on the firearm.
- Available in 6-48 x 1/8 inch or 8-40 x .130 inch sizes.
- Sold in a 12-pack for multiple mounting holes.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- These are plug screws for unused sight and scope mounting holes, so they are a fitment-specific accessory rather than a universal part.
- The screws are sold in a 12-pack, which may be more than needed for a single firearm.
- Two thread/length options are listed (6-48 x 1/8" and 8-40 x .130"), so the correct size must be matched carefully before use.
- The product is described as steel and blued, but no additional finish or performance details are provided.
Suggested Comparisons
- Scope base screws
- Sight mounting hardware
- Firearm maintenance and cleaning supplies
- Rifle and pistol accessory hardware
Suggested Accessories
- Gun cleaning supplies
- Hex key set
- Thread locker
- Scope mounting hardware
Frequently Asked Questions
What are these hex plug screws used for?
They are used to fill unused sight and scope mounting holes on a rifle or pistol, helping give the firearm a clean, finished look and keeping dirt and debris out of the openings.
What size are these plug screws?
The product is listed as 6-48 x 1/8 inch. The description also notes an 8-40 x .130 inch version, but the title for this item is the 6-48 x 1/8 inch 12-pack.
What material and finish are listed for these screws?
The provided specifications list them as steel and blued.
How many screws come in a pack?
They are sold in packs of a dozen.
Do these screws use a standard screwdriver slot or a hex opening?
They feature a hex-head opening to match other screws on the firearm.