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Sight Beads - Std Bead, 5/32'''' 6-48 Tpi, 7/64'''' Shank, White
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SKU: 146532712
Overview
This front sight bead is designed for hunters who want a simple, traditional aiming reference on a shotgun. Its block-mounted design provides positive indexing and a larger contact area, which adds a more secure mounting point for the bead. The standard version is offered with a steel, blue base and a white plastic bead, making it a straightforward replacement or upgrade for compatible setups. It is a practical choice for those who prefer a clean, visible front sight without unnecessary complexity.
Why Hunters Choose the Bradley Gunsight
Standard Bradley
Design places the front sight
Greater Surface
Area is built into the
Standard Base
A blue finish
Available Red
Red or white plastic bead
Offered 5/32-inch
7/64-inch shank and 6-48 TPI
Key Features
- Standard Bradley front sight bead design
- Places the bead on a steel block for positive indexing
- Greater surface area and increased strength
- Available in red or white plastic beads
- Standard base is steel with blue finish
Best Used For
- Hunters replacing a front sight bead on a compatible shotgun or rifle front sight block.
- Users wanting a standard Bradley-style bead with positive indexing on a steel block.
- Those needing a white plastic bead option for a simple, visible front sight setup.
- Shooters working with 5/32-inch 6-48 TPI threads and a 7/64-inch shank specification.
- Owners seeking a basic front sight component from Bradley Gunsight for a straightforward replacement.
Specifications
| Base Finish | blue |
|---|---|
| Base Material | steel |
| Bead Color | white |
| Bead Material | plastic |
| Bead Size | 5/32'''' |
| Positive Indexing | present |
| Shank Size | 7/64'''' |
| Thread Size | 6-48 Tpi |
Pros
- Standard Bradley design places the front sight bead on a block of steel for positive indexing.
- Greater surface area is built into the bead-on-a-block layout.
- Standard base is steel with a blue finish.
- Available with red or white plastic bead options.
- Offered in a 5/32-inch bead with 7/64-inch shank and 6-48 TPI threads.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a front sight bead component, so it addresses sighting setup rather than adding broader firearm performance features.
- The product is offered in multiple bead and base variations, so the exact configuration matters when matching it to an existing sight setup.
- Material and color options differ by version, which may affect appearance and compatibility preferences.
- The description emphasizes the mounting design and available options, but does not provide detailed dimensional or fit guidance beyond the listed specifications.
Suggested Comparisons
- Front sight beads
- Replacement gun sights
- Iron sights
- Hunting rifle sight accessories
Suggested Accessories
- Front sight installation tool
- Gunsmithing screwdriver set
- Thread locker
- Sight adjustment tool
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this sight bead designed to do?
It is a Bradley-style front sight bead described as the original "Bead-On-A-Block." The long description says the standard Bradley places the front sight bead on a block of steel for positive indexing, greater surface area, and increased strength.
What color options are mentioned for this model?
The source data mentions red or white plastic beads for the Standard Bradley, and also notes brass bead options in gold or silver for other Bradley variants. For this specific title, the listed bead color is white.
What does the product title tell me about the fit?
The title lists a 5/32" bead, 6-48 TPI, and a 7/64" shank. Beyond those listed specs, no additional fit guidance is provided in the source data.
Is this a complete front sight or just the bead component?
The provided information describes a sight bead and a steel base/block arrangement, but it does not clearly state whether the package includes a full front sight assembly or only the bead component. That is not specified in the source data.
What materials are confirmed in the product information?
The source data confirms a standard base of steel with a blue finish and a bead made of plastic in red or white for the Standard Bradley. It also mentions brass bead variants in gold or silver for other Bradley models.