Offset Back Up Irons

[usmcmk12]

Are there any cheaper options besides the KAC 45 degree offset iron sights? Looking to put something on a .308 AR. What, if any, are you guys running?

 

[Redmanss]

JP Rifles

Offset irons are for close range only in my book, and need to be fast. The XS are interesting too: XS Sight Systems - Sights

 

[Regalkismet]

I use the Dueck Defense RTS sights with Trijicon tritium inserts but they are not cheap.

 

[usmcmk12]

JP stuff is awesome but those sights are really bulky. The XS look reasonable.

 

[usmcmk12]

Damn, those KAC back ups are bad ass, wish they weren't so expensive.

 

[epp838]

I put fixed daniel defense on 45 mounts. There not much different between the dueck defense. Plus if I later change my mind I'll have a set or fix sights.

 

[CavReconScout]

I run Dueck Defense on my work carbines. With a 12" Samson rail it gives a long sight radius and a great sight picture.

 

[Spiff034]

I'm remembering someone saying that people were having problems getting the XS offsets to zero. Might want to check that bafore buying.

 

[awiner]

Can't go wrong with Dueck. He pretty much invented the RTS system.

 

[pmclaine]

If you are lusting for KAC in the end you wont be happy unless you have KAC in your hands.

If you buy something other than what you really want now I bet in the end you will be spending that money for the KAC you have a taste for and than trying to sell whatever you bought as an expedient.

I bought two sets of KAC 45s off this forum, both NIB, and at a savings from what you would pay retail. Start shopping for some nice KACs and wait for a deal.

 

[Regalkismet]

I think the the KAC off set sights look great but most likely if I need my back up sites I don't want to have to take the time to flip them up, also make sure you will have room for them to fold down... Depending on where your scope is mounted in relation to the brass deflector and forward assist. Space can be limited. I'm not sure either of those would be in the way but just something to Consider.