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Sight Beads - Brass Skirted Bead, 1/16'''' 3-56 Tpi, Dull Silver, 3-Pak
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SKU: 146030135
Overview
This skirted brass sight bead is intended for hunters and shooters who want a straightforward front-sight replacement with a clean, traditional look. The bead mounts on a steel block for positive indexing and added surface area, which supports a secure installation in a simple, purpose-built design. Finished in dull silver and sold as a 3-pack, it offers a practical option for maintaining or setting up a front sight without unnecessary complexity.
Why Hunters Choose the Bradley Gunsight
Positive-stop Skirt
Design supports secure, consistent front
Steel Base
Solid mounting platform for the
Brass Bead
Option offers a simple, traditional
Dull Silver
Finish keeps the look understated
Three-pack Format
Extra beads for replacement or
Key Features
- Brass skirted sight bead in dull silver finish
- 1/16 inch bead size with 3-56 TPI threading
- Sold as a 3-pack
- Bradley "Bead-On-A-Block" style front sight bead
- Positive indexing design with increased surface area and strength
Best Used For
- Hunters replacing a front sight bead on compatible shotgun or rifle setups.
- Shooters wanting a brass sight bead with a skirted, positive-stop design.
- Users needing a small three-pack for spares, backups, or multiple firearms.
- Owners of Bradley Gunsight front sight systems seeking a standard replacement option.
Specifications
| Base Finish | blue |
|---|---|
| Base Material | steel |
| Bead Color | silver |
| Bead Material | brass |
| Bead Style | skirted |
| Color | Dull Silver |
| Pack Quantity | 3 |
| Thread Size | 1/16'''' 3-56 Tpi |
Pros
- Positive-stop skirt design supports secure, consistent front sight indexing.
- Steel base provides a solid mounting platform for the bead.
- Brass bead option offers a simple, traditional sighting appearance.
- Dull silver finish keeps the look understated and functional.
- Three-pack format provides extra beads for replacement or setup.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a front sight bead replacement, so it addresses sight visibility and indexing rather than broader sight-system features.
- The product is specified as a 1/16"-3-56 TPI brass skirted bead, so compatibility depends on matching those dimensions to the existing front sight setup.
- The finish is dull silver, which is a functional choice but may not suit users looking for a more reflective or high-contrast bead color.
- 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
- Front sight inserts
- Iron sight accessories
- Replacement gun sight components
Suggested Accessories
- Front sight installation tools
- Gun cleaning supplies
- Replacement sight components
- Sight adjustment tools
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in this Sight Beads package?
This listing is for a 3-pack of brass skirted sight beads.
What color is the bead finish?
The product title identifies it as dull silver, and the specs note that brass beads are available in silver.
What type of sight bead is this?
It is a Bradley-style front sight bead, described as the original "Bead-On-A-Block."
Does this bead use a skirted design?
Yes. The title identifies it as a brass skirted bead, and the long description notes that solid brass Bradley beads are available with or without positive-stop skirts.
What mounting or indexing feature is mentioned?
The long description says the bead is placed on a block of steel for positive indexing, greater surface area, and increased strength. The provided data does not include installation details beyond that.