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Sight Beads - Brass Skirted Bead, 1/16'''' 3-56 Tpi, Bright Silver, 3-Pak
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SKU: 146020134
Overview
This brass skirted sight bead is intended for hunters and shooters who want a straightforward front-sight replacement with a clean, traditional look. The bead-on-a-block design places the sight bead on a steel base for positive indexing and added surface area, while the skirted brass style adds a more defined mounting profile. Finished in bright silver and sold in a 3-pack, it offers a practical option for maintaining or replacing a front sight bead without unnecessary complexity.
Why Hunters Choose the Bradley Gunsight
Brass Skirted
Bead option for a traditional
Positive Indexing
Block design helps position the
Greater Surface
Area at the base for
Solid Brass
Bead construction in bright silver
Three-pack Provides
Extra beads for replacement or
Key Features
- Brass skirted sight beads in bright silver finish.
- 1/16 inch bead size with 3-56 TPI threading.
- Sold as a 3-pack for multiple installations.
- Bradley "Bead-On-A-Block" front sight design.
- Front sight bead mounts on a steel block for positive indexing.
- Solid brass bead option with positive-stop skirt.
Best Used For
- Hunters replacing a front sight bead on a compatible shotgun or rifle sight setup.
- Users wanting a brass skirted bead with positive-stop indexing for straightforward installation.
- Shooters needing a small three-pack for spares or multiple firearms with the same thread size.
- Owners of sights that accept 1/16-inch, 3-56 TPI threaded beads.
- Those seeking a simple front sight bead option in bright silver brass for standard sight systems.
Specifications
| Available Bead Colors | gold brass beads, white brass beads |
|---|---|
| Available Bead Options | with or without positive-stop skirts |
| Base Finish | blue |
| Base Material | steel |
| Bead Color | bright silver |
| Bead Material | brass |
| Bead Size | 1/16 |
| Bead Type | skirted |
| Metric Version | beads are all white in color |
| Pack Quantity | 3 |
| Thread Size | 3-56 Tpi |
Pros
- Brass skirted bead option for a traditional front sight setup
- Positive indexing block design helps position the bead consistently
- Greater surface area at the base for a secure sight mount
- Solid brass bead construction in bright silver finish
- Three-pack provides extra beads for replacement or setup
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a front sight bead accessory, so it addresses sighting setup rather than changing the firearm’s core performance.
- The 1/16" size and 3-56 Tpi specification mean fitment needs to match the existing front sight arrangement exactly.
- The bright silver brass finish is a specific appearance choice and may not suit every sight picture or aesthetic preference.
- Sold as a 3-pack, which is useful for spares but may be more than needed for a single installation.
Suggested Comparisons
- Front sight beads
- Replacement gun sights
- Iron sight accessories
- Hunting rifle sight components
Suggested Accessories
- Front sight installation tools
- Gun cleaning supplies
- Replacement sight beads
- Sight adjustment tools
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in this sight bead package?
The product title identifies it as a 3-pack of brass skirted beads in bright silver.
What type of bead is this?
This is a Bradley-style sight bead, described in the long description as the original "Bead-On-A-Block."
Does the product description specify the bead size or thread size?
Yes. The title lists it as 1/16" and 3-56 Tpi.
What finish or color is listed for this bead?
The title lists the bead as bright silver, and the long description notes that solid brass beads are available in silver.
Does the source data say what material the skirt or base is made from?
The source data mentions brass beads and a standard base of steel, blue for the standard Bradley style, but it does not clearly specify the skirt material for this exact product.