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Sight Beads - Brass Skirted Bead, 1/16'''' 3-56 Tpi, Bright Silver
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SKU: 146020114
Overview
This sight bead is intended for hunters who want a simple front-sight replacement with a secure, indexed mounting style. The brass skirted bead uses a steel base for positive indexing and added surface area, with the bead offered in a bright silver finish. It is a straightforward option for maintaining a clear front sight reference on a compatible setup, without adding unnecessary complexity.
Why Hunters Choose the Bradley Gunsight
Brass Bead
Option available in bright silver
Skirted Design
Positive-stop indexing
Steel Block
Base offers a larger contact
Standard Bradley
Configuration is described as stronger
Available Compact
1/16-inch 3-56 Tpi size
Key Features
- Brass skirted sight bead in bright silver finish
- 1/16 inch bead size
- 3-56 TPI thread specification
- Bradley Gunsight sight bead product
- Original "Bead-On-a-Block" design
- Solid brass Bradley bead option
Best Used For
- Hunters replacing a front sight bead on a compatible shotgun or rifle front sight block
- Shooters wanting a brass skirted bead with positive indexing on a steel base
- Users needing a simple front sight component for a standard Bradley Gunsight setup
- Owners matching an existing 1/16 inch, 3-56 Tpi sight bead specification
- Hunters who prefer a bright silver brass bead for straightforward front sight visibility
Specifications
| Base Finish | blue |
|---|---|
| Base Material | steel |
| Bead Color | silver |
| Bead Material | brass |
| Bead Size | 1/16'''' |
| Bead Type | skirted |
| Brass Bead Colors | gold or silver |
| Metric Bradley Bead Color | white |
| Positive Stop Skirt | yes |
| Standard Base | steel, blue |
| Thread Size | 3-56 Tpi |
Pros
- Brass bead option available in bright silver finish.
- Skirted design provides positive-stop indexing.
- Steel block base offers a larger contact surface.
- Standard Bradley configuration is described as stronger.
- Available in a compact 1/16-inch 3-56 Tpi size.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a sight bead component, so it addresses front-sight visibility and indexing rather than changing the firearm’s other characteristics.
- The product is offered in multiple Bradley configurations, so the exact bead and base style need to match the intended setup before ordering.
- The description notes brass bead options with or without positive-stop skirts, which means the specific version selected affects how the bead is secured and indexed.
- Color and material options vary by model, so the final appearance and fit details depend on the exact Bradley sight bead variant chosen.
Suggested Comparisons
- Replacement front sight beads
- Front sight sighting accessories
- Shotgun sight inserts
- Gun sight mounting blocks
Suggested Accessories
- Sight installation tool
- Front sight bead
- Gunsmithing screwdriver set
- Thread gauge
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this sight bead made for?
This is a Bradley-style front sight bead, described as the original “Bead-On-a-Block.” It is intended as a front sight bead option for a firearm.
Does this version have a skirted bead?
Yes. The product title identifies it as a brass skirted bead.
What color is the bead?
The listed finish/color is bright silver. The long description also notes that solid brass beads are available in white brass (silver) or gold brass.
What size or thread specification is listed?
The product title lists 1/16" and 3-56 Tpi.
What materials are confirmed in the product data?
The long description states that Bradley standard bases are steel, blue, and that brass beads are available in gold or silver. It does not provide any additional material details beyond that.