Best Glock 19 Sights (And Other Models)
The Glock 19 is a popular CCW gun but has terrible factory sights. Here are our picks for the best upgrade sights for the 19 and other models.
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The Glock 19 is one of the most popular concealed carry handguns, but even with its popularity, there’s room for improvement. Namely, in its sights.
Though Glock’s stock sights aren’t terrible, a pair of better sights can do wonders for target acquisition. With a large aftermarket, there’s no reason not to splurge and swap in something better.
So today, let’s walk through some of our top recommendations for the best Glock sights. Keep reading!
The Quick List
- Editor's Pick: Trijicon HD XR Night Sight SetJump to Details ↓
- Best Budget Sights: Tyrant Designs Glock Compatible SightsJump to Details ↓
- Best Suppressor Height Sights: Night Fision SightsJump to Details ↓
- Best Night Sights: XS R3D Night SightsJump to Details ↓
- Best Non-3 Dot Setup: DXT2 Big DotJump to Details ↓
- Best Fiber Optic: TAG Precision Glock TSHJump to Details ↓
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Glock Sights Comparison Chart
| Glock Sight Model | Main Feature | HousingMaterials | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trijicon’s HD XR Night Sight | Tritium | Steel & Aluminum | $128 |
| Tyrant Designs Glock Compatible Sights | High Contrast | 7075 Aluminum | $44 |
| Night Fision Glock Sights | Tritium | Steel | $97 |
| XS R3D Night Sights | Ember Glow Dot | Steel | $99 |
| DXT2 Big Dot | Large front dot | Steel | $129 |
| TAG Precision Glock TSH | Fiber Optic | Billet Steel | $54 |
| AmeriGlo Fiber Optic Sights | Fiber Optic | Steel | $49 |
| TruGlo TFX | Tritium + Fiber Optic | Steel | $91 |
How We Tested the Best Glock Sights
This article is a combination of our own experiences with Glock 19 sights over the years and through thousands of rounds at the range and during classes and training.
When evaluating sights, we look at the following criteria:
- Target acquisition
- Durability
- Value
Every model we recommend is based on hours of research, range testing, and concealed carry with the sights equipped on our personal Glocks over the years. We spend hands-on time with every model to make sure that it can withstand the rigors of range days, home defense, and concealed carry.
Best Glock 19 Sights
1. Trijicon HD XR Night Sight Set - Editor's Pick
Pros
- Super durable
- Narrow front post makes target acquistion faster
Cons
- Expensive
Trijicon’s HD XR Night Sight set aims to maximize durability and target acquisition through its illuminated design, which is set up to immediately draw your eye to the front post.
Unlike some of the other night-sight sets out there, the HD XR is heavy-duty and able to withstand repetitive drawing without wearing down. Also, sturdy aluminum cylinders built into the sight help protect the tritium-phosphor lamps from any damage that could happen while operating your gun.
Another great feature about the HD XR, which sets it apart from some of Trijicon’s other iron sights, is the narrow front post, which is .022 inches thinner than other sights. While this doesn’t seem like a major change, it does help with making target acquisition faster by improving the shooter’s field of view.
Its attention-grabbing design makes it less likely for you to overlook the sights in a high-stress situation where your adrenaline’s pumping and you don’t have time to think before you react.
What do you think of the Trijicon? Rate them below!
2. Tyrant Designs Glock Compatible Sights - Best Budget Sights
Pros
- High contrast
- Easy sight acquisition
- Eliminates glare
Cons
- Some users might not prefer serrated design
While not tritium-based, these 7075 Aluminum are tough and offer high contrast for sight acquisition.
You'll notice the serrations and matte finish are intentional, designed to eliminate glare.
The angles have been laid out in a manner intended to draw the eye forward. Overall, these work as intended and also offer a nice little aesthetic touch.
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2. Night Fision - Best Glock Suppressor Height Sights
Pros
- Best for suppressor use
- Easy to see in daylight and dark
Cons
- Pricey
Got a suppressor, RMR, or want a super easy-to-see orange front sight? Check out Night Fision.
They claim to have the brightest tritium available and have been making compasses for the military for years using the same material.
I got my hands on one in suppressor height that is super easy to acquire in the daytime and lights up bright in the dark.
Also co-witnesses with my Trijicon RMR, so I'm a happy camper.
4. XS RAM Night Sight - Best Glock Night Sights
Pros
- Very easy to see
- Good for low-light shooting
Cons
- None
Big, Tritium Night Sights, 3-dot system -- the XS RAM Night Sights are simple but very effective. One of the best hidden features is what they call their Ember Glow Dot Technology. This is a cool set of words to mean that the front sight glows brighter than the rear.
A brighter front sight really helps draw your eye to it, keeps you focused on where you should be, and assists in accurate, fast shots while in less-than-ideal lighting conditions.
Add in a 10-year warranty and rock-solid construction, and the XS RAM speaks for itself.
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5. DXT2 Big Dot - Best Non-3 Dot Setup
Pros
- Alternative option
- Easy to aim with
- Orange and yellow options
Cons
- Slight learning curve
If you want to break away from the standard 3-dot sight picture, the DXT2 Big Dot is a great option.
As the name makes it sound -- you use a big dot and set it on top of a vertical line, basically aiming using a lowercase "i." For some, this can be much faster and more intuitive than trying to align 3-dots and check for spacing on either side.
Combined with the fact that these are Tritium night sights and are always visible, the DXT2 has some major pluses going for it.
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6. TAG Precision - Glock TSH
Pros
- Bright
- Sturdy
- User serviceable
Cons
- Need external light
One of the weaknesses of fiber optic sights is the fiber doesn't always hold up well under recoil. I've had multiple instances where they have literally popped out of the housing while shooting.
To be fair, recoil is tough, and the "melt and mushroom" technique many manufacturer's use doesn't always last. TAG Precision found a way to do it better.
They use sturdy steel housings that mount up normally, but the fiber is secured behind a set screw. This results in a couple of solid benefits.
First, you won't lose your fiber under recoil. Second, you can replace your fiber with another color of your choosing any time you like--even in the field.
There are multiple heights and configurations available, for many popular makes and models of handguns. Plus, the fiberoptic is extremely bright and comes in five different colors.
Honorable Mentions
- AmeriGlo Fiber Optic Sight: The most cost-efficient way to venture into fiber optics...note only the front is fiber optic but still great on a budget.
- TruGlo TFX: Tritium AND fiber optic for the best of both worlds.
- HIVIZ Litewave H3: This one uses a combo of Tritium and the company's "Litepipe technology" for bright, illuminated sights.
Does Sight Color Really Matter?
Bright, illuminated sights are better than your standard iron sights for the following reasons:
- They do a better job of attracting your eyes to the front sight, which is easy for the untrained shooter to forget to do in a high-adrenaline situation.
- These make it easier to see the target in a low-light setting.
- Colors help prevent your sights from becoming hardily visible in low light.
But does it matter which color you choose?
Some people claim that bright green is proven to attract your eye quicker than any other color.
But in my experience, it’s the brightness that draws my eye to the front sight – not the color. For me, it doesn’t matter what color my sights are as long as they’re bright enough to capture my attention when I’m aiming.
With that said, some people who use Trijicon sights like to have contrasting colors for their rear and front sights. Their rear sights might illuminate orange, whereas their front sight has a bright green dot.
The idea behind this is that the contrasting colors make it more likely for the shooter to focus on the front dot in the middle since it’s a different color than the rest. Whether that works or not depends on the person.
Installing Glock Sights
Glock sights come on and off pretty easily...check out How to Install Glock Sights Without a Sight Tool or watch the video below.
But for those that still want a tool (if you have other handguns besides Glock), take a look at our round-up of the Best Sight Pusher Tools.
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Final Thoughts
Night sights can make a world of difference for Glock users who want to ditch OEM sights for something better.
Whether you want sights to see over your suppressor or just want to add some color to make aiming easier, these recommendations will help you get on target.
What night sights do you run? Let us know in the comments below! Need more parts for your Glock? Check out the Best Glock Upgrades for more inspiration.
Latest Updates
- April 18, 2024: Removed Truglo Tritium Night Sights and added Tyrant as Budget recommendation. Added specific criteria to how we tested the sights and added supplemental content to each product.
- September 21, 2023: Added Tyrant Designs and HIVIZ to recommendations after testing them.