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Bradley Gunsight

Sight Beads - Metric Bead, 5/32'''' 3mm Tpi

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Metric Bradley

Front sight bead

Original "Bead-on-a-block"

Design

Places Bead

On a steel block for

Greater Surface

Area and increased strength

Metric Bradley

Beads are all white in

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SKU: 146000004

Overview

This sight bead is designed for shooters who want a simple front-sight replacement with a secure, indexed mounting style. The metric version uses an all-white bead, keeping the setup straightforward and easy to identify at the muzzle. It is a practical choice for hunters and outdoor shooters looking to refresh a front sight with a no-frills component from Bradley Gunsight.

Why Hunters Choose the Bradley Gunsight

Places Front

Sight bead on a steel

Increases Surface

Area at the sight mounting

Designed Steel

A steel base for added

Metric Bradley

Version uses all-white beads for

Available Compact

5/32-inch, 3mm TPI specification

Key Features

  • Metric Bradley front sight bead
  • Original "Bead-On-a-Block" design
  • Places the bead on a steel block for positive indexing
  • Provides greater surface area and increased strength
  • Metric Bradley beads are all white in color

Best Used For

  • Hunters replacing a front sight bead on a compatible firearm with metric threading.
  • Users wanting a simple, indexed bead sight with a steel block base.
  • Those needing a white front bead option for a clean, traditional sight picture.
  • Owners of firearms set up for 5/32 inch, 3mm TPI sight bead fitment.

Specifications

Bead Colorred or white
Bead MaterialPlastic
Brass Bead Colorgold or silver
Brass Bead Materialbrass
Metric Bead Colorwhite
Standard Base Finishblue
Standard Base Materialsteel

Pros

  • Places the front sight bead on a steel block for positive indexing.
  • Increases surface area at the sight mounting point.
  • Designed with a steel base for added strength.
  • Metric Bradley version uses all-white beads for a consistent look.
  • Available in a compact 5/32-inch, 3mm TPI specification.

Considerations & Trade-offs

  • Metric Bradley beads are all white in color, so this option does not offer the red or gold bead color choices mentioned for other Bradley variants.
  • The product description focuses on the bead and block design, but does not provide fitment details beyond the listed 5/32" / 3mm size, so compatibility should be verified before purchase.
  • This is a sight bead component rather than a complete sighting system, so it is intended for users who already know the front-sight setup they need.
  • The listing includes multiple Bradley configurations in the broader description; buyers should confirm they are selecting the Metric Bead version specifically.

Suggested Comparisons

  • Front sight beads
  • Replacement gun sights
  • Shotgun sight accessories
  • Hunting gun sight components

Suggested Accessories

  • Front sight installation tool
  • Gun cleaning kit
  • Sight adjustment tool
  • Thread gauge

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this sight bead used for?

It is a front sight bead product from Bradley Gunsight, described as the original "Bead-On-A-Block." The long description says it places the front sight bead on a block of steel for positive indexing and greater surface area.

What color is the Metric Bradley bead?

According to the product description, Metric Bradley beads are all white in color.

What material is the standard base made from?

The provided specifications list the standard base as steel with a blue finish.

Are there different bead color or material options?

Yes. The description mentions standard Bradley beads in red or white plastic, gold brass beads, and solid brass Bradley beads in gold or silver brass. The Metric Bradley version is listed as white.

Does this product include a positive-stop skirt?

The long description says solid brass Bradley beads are available with or without positive-stop skirts. It does not state that every version includes one, so that depends on the specific bead option.