Taurus GX4 Takes Glock Sights!
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- čas přidán 1. 06. 2024
- The new Taurus GX4 offers a similar feel to the Sig P365 and the Springfield Armory Hellcat, but offers one feature that those models do not. it takes aftermarket Glock sights! Glocks are notorious for having awful factory sights so most gun shops in America carry some sort of replacement Glock sights to upgrade. this makes upgrades for the the GX4 really easy and readily available. I recommend the TRUGLO tritium pro sights and the Real Avid master sight pusher for this upgrade.
The little key chain is actually the takedown tool.
Stupid idea to need a tool for takedown... they should have stayed with the Glock style takedown buttons.
@@hmdwn a shell casing is really all you need. It's not tool specific.
I put Glock Tritium sights on my GX4...front was easy, rear was super tight, and not easy at all, even with my sight tool. I would have been happy with just the front sight. Lesson learned.
Put the truglow on mine and shots were lower than factory sights. Found the truglow front dot is actually taller than the smaller and lower white dot.
I ordered the one for the 19 and it worked and looked fine. It is a little wider but there is still room on the sides of the dovetail slot for adjustment.
Thank you, this was simple and very helpful.
great review, Sir. Thanks!
Very thorough.Great video.Thanks!!
Got some night sights coming now. Putting the tritium sights like the p365 has.
That keychain is a takedown tool for the gx4.
When taking down the gx4 ,g19 and p365 they sure do have some similarities. First person i have seen mention the upper being like a glock and lower being like p365
Thanks for this video, it’s very good !
Actually, it was the G3C and the G3B which first started using Glock compatible sites.
Thank you for this tutorial! I finally installed new tritium sights on my pistol for the first ever. Now I can expand the customer service opportunities for my client base in the handyman industry. 😂
Put Hi Viz night sights on mine . Sweet !
you are awesome bro.
Thanks!
I use Truglo Pro for G17/19 on the GX4. The G42/43 sights have the same height as the one for G17/19. The only difference is the width.
Correct, on the rear sight. Front sight is the same. Either will fit
I found it! Thanks....good video
Good job!
I have a GX4, and thank you!!
That a nice sight removal tool 👍🏻
I like the Allen head screw on the Taurus front sight. It's a much less awkward system to me. One big difference between Glocks and the GX4 is that the GX4 has a chassis system. What that means is if you want to buy a replacement grip for whatever reason on your Glock, it cost a few hundred dollars and will have to go through an FFL. As with the Sig P320 and P365, you can simply remove the chassis on the GX4 and replace the plastic grip. This is the second video I've seen with the Real Avid pusher. I think I need one.
Damn just got the GX4 and precisely looking at this particular sight. Was hoping I could install at home without buying any extra tools but looks like I’ll have to go to a gunsmith 😔. Thx for the content tho and great instructions.
Usually shops that sell aftermarket sights will put them on for you, often included in the purchase
@@AdventureOne cool. How has the sight been thus far ? You recommend? Looks like it’s going for 80 right now.
The angle you have to put the front sight 3/32 in makes it so I’m not sure it’s even tight on
When using XS glock sights on the Gx4, you want the glock 17-19 option.
Yes. To clarify, the dovetail and front sight is the same. It is just the overall width of the rear sight. TRUGLO 17/19 or 42/43/48 models fit.
Great!
What do i do if my front sight screw is stripped. I started with a 2 mm hex and it still did not come off or properly fit
the key chain with the mini GX4 they give u in the gun case when u buy the gun has a little nub on it to use for the take down tool.....
Yup. Took me a bit to figure that out haha, but a regular punch works too
Here's my question... I just got a new Taurus GX4 Carry (toro) and I need to know 'if' that Truglo front sight tool will also work on my Taurus GX4 Carry hexhead front sight screw?
I believe the Taurus hexhead screw is 3/16".
And if it will work can you give the tools part number so I can order from eBay or Amazon.
Also... the 'punch' end of that tool, does anyone know if it will work for my Taurus GX4 Carry back-strap pins???
So does the g3 and g3c
I have the big tub of hex / torx wrenches some times a small space wont let you use a large folding key set , I love my stubby screw drivers , when all you can get in the hole is your fat hand .
might came with cheap ass glock sights that strip out when you try to change them my tx22 used alen wrenches like a smart person would
My Taurus is different I have Gx4XL longer barrel reach out too Taurus no response my screw is slotted please help me
Were you able to test fire and see if the point of aim point of impact change?
I was. POI was slightly low, but not enough to worry about for the practical application of this concealed carry gun.
I got mine & the rear sight was off just a little, so I am going to put some nights on it
Will the stock front allen sight screw fit in the new front sight that you installed??
I don't think so. I believe the larger metal sight requires a larger screw (length and different diameter) than the factory sight.
Actually like the stock Glock rear sight.. maybe I can do that plus a glow on the front
Stock glock sights are nothing more than plastic dovetail protectors.
They've been known to occasionally fly off the slide and into orbit during regular use. Even PSA puts steel on their base model Dagger slides.
Its all you need for night site , know ones lining up 66 years shits in dark lol
Front sight flew off my GX4. Also shot way left.
I had a problem with the front stock sight coming loose and now a problem with the rear sight moving.
Did you use loctite and let it cure for 24 hours before shooting?
@@AdventureOne I put loctite after but that problem is from the factory
Glock 42/43/43x/48 size? I am interested in these sights on my gx4 and Taurus offers them but for much more than Amazon so I want to make sure I’m getting the correct ones.
That's what I installed here, but after further research, the Glock 17/19 sights will also fit.
I got Truglo TFO for glock 42. They do fit but the back sight hangs off the back by 1/8 of inch.
@@viki2162 Yep. Seen that before. The TFO is a great concept, but it forces the sight to be larger. One of the reasons I go with tritium only on smaller guns or anything with an optic cut.
I have a 24/7 Pro, but I called Taurus earlier and they told me they neither have any accessories for my model nor can they give me any advice for tips because of the class action suit, and I'm desperately trying to find at least front sights that are compatible with my model. Do you have any idea if any other model handgun sights are compatible with mine?
I know that Glock sights will NOT fit the 24/7 Pro.. That started with the G2 or G2c, then continued on into the G3 and Gx4 lines.
@@AdventureOne I think I should be fine with my stock sites. I painted the white dot that was on the front sight neon yellow with liquid craft acrylic paint which worked very well on my Phoenix Arms hp22a, and I did but put a touch of neon orange nail polish on the tops of the left and right side of my rear sight, and I found the sweet spot is to have the yellow dot just a hair above the top of the rear sights and it is dead on. So if I can't find any OEM upgrades or aftermarket sights, I think I'll be alright.
I bought a new green gx4 went to change out the sights and the factory stripped the front screw out now I have no Idea how to get it out Im not taking it to a gunsmith I just got to figure out how to get it out any ideas?
unscrew and pull the front sight out at the same time with a tool
Does the rear sight hang off. I got the same sights and the rear sight hung off the end of the slide
It did not. Maybe you got the TFX sights that were longer? Or was your gun the TORO model? Optics cut designs can push the rear sight further back.
Same problem I had. I got tfo for glock 42 and back sight hangs off the back.
I do believe you got the wrong set. Maybe you shouldve gotten the ones for double stack glock?
I have Amerigo on my gx4 on my Taurus G3 I have night fision the night fision is way brighter than ameriglo
If u don't own that machine u used to take the back sight off how would u take it off or at least move it a bit to even out the backsight??
For removing the old sight, a hammer and a brass or plastic punch works great. Just be careful with installation. That can damage the tritium vial, and installing a tritium sight with anything other than a sight pusher usually voids the sight warranty
@@AdventureOne I just wanna even out the back sight. It's pushed more to the left than even in the middle on a gx4.
@@WavyVaporizers If it is NOT a tritium sight, give it a tap with the hammer/punch.
@@AdventureOne ok cool ty for that info
@@WavyVaporizers use a sight pusher. You can find them on Amazon
greetings can I install truglo tfx pro for glock 43 in my taurus GX4?
Yes, but not on the TORO model. The larger fiber sight would cover the optic plate. The back end of the sight may not line up perfectly (since is was designed for Glock) but it will be very close. You will want model TG13GL3PC
@@AdventureOne Thanks for continuing to add details for additional models. Much appreciated, to sort out all the options.
what is the name of your sight tool? Realizer??
Real Avid. There are cheaper brands, but this one is made really well
I just got a sight. It looks like it might overhang a bit twords the rear?
Was yours a TFO or TFX sight? Those are longer than the tritium only
@@AdventureOne No mine are just tritium not pro. I haven't installed it yet but they just look like it's going to overhang. Can't tell by the video. Great video though!
I heard you get strike community guideline for modifying pistols. Good vid hope it stay up 👍🏻👍🏻🔥 been up now for min
I might missed the point but it's better ask then cry...what sight model is the recommended for GX4? Best regards, from Brazil!
Really, anything designed to fit a Glock 9mm. I really like these Tritium Pros from TRUGLO. (Model TG231G1C) The point is that instead of Taurus having their own sight specification, you can now use the larger glock aftermarket.
To remove the slide why didn't you use the tool that came with your gun? It was that little tiny Mini gun not as a keychain ornament.
You can, I just don't expect people to keep up with that thing compared to finding a screwdriver or piece of range brass
It’s in the instruction booklet that tells you of the little gun on the keychain n its purpose.
Any Glock sights or a particular model ?
I recommend sights designed for the Glock 19. Most Glock compatible sights will fit, but you may have POI issues if you use sights designed for a different caliber or long slide model.
As a smith I don't think I've ever used a pusher ...vice towel and punch always is faster easier
Heap ..after watching I'd be on my 3rd job that morning while he's lining up his 200$ tool lol
@@sleigh4019 Totally understand. I just know that these sight companies get a lot of broken vials that void the warranty because they were installed with a punch. Obviously it can be done, but I'm showing the slow and safe method.
“And if get it right, you’ll now have a 7 MOA gun”
Are these for 43 or 19?
Both will work. The ones I installed were for the 43. After doing this, I would recommend the g19/g17 sights.
I had those same sights on my GX4. While shooting it, my shots were all over the place. After having the rear sight centered with the front. It was hitting low left even while aiming dead center.
Well, it's not the iron sights that are inconsistent... 88tactical.com/how-to-fix-shooting-low-and-to-the-left/
That is your trigger pull. You need to adopt an two hand hold and use your left index finger and go in front of thr trigger guard. Mine shoots 2" groups at 10 yards. Takes a lot of practice. Good luck
@@dmcd7333 I can pick up my Walther or sig and drill the bullseye. My hits are low with just this gun. Its not way off, but noticeable. Maybe it is me, but it doesn't happen with other 9mms I shoot more often. Maybe this gun just reveals my flinch more than others.
@@AdventureOne shorter barrel micros do magnify any trigger or grip issues. I bought a lakeline llc black ported barrel for fun... adds another 1/4" and the port makes the GX4 the flattest shooting micro with almost no felt recoil.. compared to my Ruger, Sig, and Hellcat.
The G2C doesn’t use Glock sights. Newer G3 and all G3C uses Glock sights.
the fact that there two different screws makes me want to slap the crap out of an engineer .
So I need that tool or a gunsmith just to ADJUST my rear sight?? 😒
A factory plastic or metal sight can be adjusted with a punch (brass recommended) and a hammer. ALWAYS use a pusher tool if the sight contains tritium capsules. Using a punch on a tritium sight will likely damage the glass capsules and definitely void the warranty on the sights
I can’t get my front sight off my wrenches won’t fit even 2mm
Make sure you are using the right hex size. Try applying wd40 or penetrating oil. If that doesn't work, gradually apply heat
Why do you show the gun unloaded? Do you think I'm going to get shot
The gx4 is made Atlanta Georgia so I'm told
At 10:45 C’mon man.
You sound like the cannibal guy from terminus in The Walking Dead lol
lol Gareth
@@thenatedawg1994yes!
Everything was cool until you pull out this big ass uncommon tool that nobody has so now we all got to figure out an alternative way to change the rear sight by guessing what will work alright... Duhh lmao
You can totally do this with a punch - many do, but you will void the warranty on the sights and have a good chance of breaking the tritium vial. There are lots of videos showing that method, but this is the way that sight manufacturers actually recommend. Go in with a few buddies on sharing this tool and it is worth it in the long run.
you lost me with the rear sight tool , I'll only use it once or twice , I'll let a gunsmith put these on .
I bought one and I've used it about 8 or 9 times the gunsmith will charge u about as much as the tool cost
@@thepistolguy859 good point .
Buy the sights from a gun shop that installs them for free
What a confusing mess in the first four minutes or so. I’ve had enough.
Thanks for this video, it’s very good !