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XS Sights: 30 Years of Innovation, Collaboration, and Service

Where It All Began In 1996, Ashley Emerson’s desire to improve night sights led to the founding of Ashley Research & Development. Partnering with Edward Pastusek, founder of Horizon Tech, a precision manufacturing company, they laid the foundation for what would become one of the most infl

Posted by Maria Emilia Jaramillo Davila Jun 23rd 2026

Dry Fire: Building Habits That Actually Stick

Dry fire—or dry practice—is the act of training with your firearm by aiming at a safe target and pressing the trigger on an unloaded gun. It’s one of the safest, most effective ways to build confidence because you get to focus on fundamentals without the distraction (or pressure) o

Posted by Michelle Waldran Nov 19th 2025

S&W Ultimate Carry J-Frame

Reinventing a Classic Revolver If you’ve been anywhere near the firearms community this year, you’ve surely heard of the new Lipsey’s exclusive Smith & Wesson Ultimate Carry (UC) J-frame models. Lipsey’s, long known as a leading distributor for firearms and ammunition, ha

Posted by Monte Long & Bo Wallace May 2nd 2024

What Are XS Sights?

What up, everyone! If you're wondering whether XS Sights are the right choice for your firearm, you've come to the right place. When we are out in the world and people ask us “What are XS Sights”, we have a variety of different answers and we wanted to address them all in this blog. We'r

Posted by Jeff King Apr 30th 2024

DIY Revolver Grips: Slip on Rubber Pistol Grips

A couple of weeks ago, several of the team sat down to discuss the new Lipsey’s Ultimate Carry J-frames and look at the progression of the S&W 642 from its introduction up to the new UC variant. One of the guns we had out to look at was the 442 Ultimate Carry that I’ve got for writin

Posted by Monte Long Apr 18th 2024

Concealed Carry for Women - a Complete Guide

POV from a female. What to consider when you decide to conceal and carry for protection. As a woman who carries a firearm for concealed carry, there are several important considerations to keep in mind to ensure safety, comfort, and effectiveness. Here are some key factors for women to consi

Posted by Michelle Waldran Apr 11th 2024

Glock 49 – the newest Glock Perfection

Plastic fantastic. Tactical Tupperware. Glock “Perfection” - virtually everyone alive is familiar with the name, thanks to Glock’s overwhelming dominance of the law enforcement and concealed carry markets and their widespread use in the entertainment industry. Everyone from your ne

Posted by Monte Long Mar 28th 2024

The Best Gun for Women

In the realm of self-defense and personal protection, firearms are becoming a popular choice for women who are serious about their safety. But choosing the right gun can be a daunting task, particularly for those who are new to firearms or have specific needs. This blog post is tailored to provide a

Posted by XS Sights Mar 20th 2024

Glock 45 vs Glock 19: A Compete Guide

The Glock 19 has been the undisputed “king of the hill” of American handguns for decades. It is the de facto concealed carry gun, the plainclothes cop gun de rigueur, and the preferred sidearm of the United States Special Operations Command. The Glock 19 enjoys a popularity and ubiquity

Posted by XS Sights Feb 20th 2024

Glock 17 vs 19: Glock Comparison Guide

Glock handguns were a revolution in firearms technology when they came along in the 80s. Utilizing a polymer frame that had never been seen before positioned the Glock as something of a novelty. The film Die Hard 2 catapulted it into the public consciousness with a bunch of patently false state

Posted by XS Sights Feb 7th 2024

Glock Training: XS Marketing Team Takes on Glock Armorers Course

Who doesn’t love a road trip? Especially if you get to work on guns. A few weeks back, team XS’ marketing and engineering team hit the road and traveled down to San Antonio to take the Glock Armorers professional training course at Nardis Gun Club. Nardis has an absolutely beautiful faci

Posted by XS Sights Jan 3rd 2024

Why You Need Night Sights On Your Handgun

Understanding Night Sights' Role in Shooting Key Question: "Should I have night sights on my gun?" Ideal for self-defense scenarios, where 65-70% occur in low light. Night sights: Essential for low-light shooting, enhancing accuracy and confidence. Welcome! In this blog, we’re going to dive

Posted by XS Sights Jan 3rd 2024

Walther PDP vs Glock 19: Handgun Comparison

The handgun market is a crowded space. There seems to be a pistol in every size imaginable and to suit every conceivable need – for duty, concealed carry, home defense, or just as a new range toy. Some of these guns are pretty ho-hum. The vast majority get the job done well, with reliability a

Posted by XS Sights Dec 27th 2023

Why you should upgrade your factory Glock sights to Glock night sights?

Glock handguns are renowned for their reliability, but let's face it - the factory sights could use an upgrade. Glock handguns were designed to be easily field serviceable with replacement parts, and part of Gaston Glock’s brilliant design was to make the sights easy to change. While the stoc

Posted by XS Sights Dec 19th 2023

Glock 34 vs 17: Handgun Comparison

The Glock family of pistols has been revolutionary. Glock handguns, (more or less) singlehandedly, completely displaced metal DA/SA pistols in the 90s, just like metal pistols replaced revolvers. Glocks have also had tremendous staying power; into their fourth decade, they are perhaps more popular t

Posted by XS Sights Dec 6th 2023

XS Sights' Glow Dot Technology absorbs ambient light and emits a visible glow after exposure to light. The intensity and duration of the glow depend on the amount and type of light the sight has absorbed.

Yes. XS handgun sights are designed for fast target acquisition and high visibility, making them well suited for self-defense. Their sight alignment systems are intended to help shooters quickly acquire a sight picture in both daylight and low-light conditions.

Yes. XS sights provide a clear and intuitive sight picture that can improve both speed and accuracy, making them suitable for many competitive shooting applications.

Choosing the right sight depends on your firearm, intended use, and preferred sight picture. XS offers several sight systems—including Express (Dot-the-I™), Figure 8, and Notch & Post—to accommodate different shooting styles and applications.

Yes. XS tritium night sights are designed to remain highly visible in low-light environments, helping shooters maintain sight alignment when ambient lighting is limited.

OUR BLOG

XS Sights: 30 Years of Innovation, Collaboration, and Service

Dry Fire: Building Habits That Actually Stick

S&W Ultimate Carry J-Frame

What Are XS Sights?

DIY Revolver Grips: Slip on Rubber Pistol Grips

Concealed Carry for Women - a Complete Guide

Glock 49 – the newest Glock Perfection

The Best Gun for Women

Glock 45 vs Glock 19: A Compete Guide

Glock 17 vs 19: Glock Comparison Guide

Glock Training: XS Marketing Team Takes on Glock Armorers Course

Why You Need Night Sights On Your Handgun

Walther PDP vs Glock 19: Handgun Comparison

Why you should upgrade your factory Glock sights to Glock night sights?

Glock 34 vs 17: Handgun Comparison

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is XS Sights' Glow Dot Technology?

Are XS Sights good for self-defense?

Are XS Sights good for competitive shooting?

How do I choose the right handgun sight?

Do XS Sights work in low-light conditions?

Fast Shipping

American Made

Safe Payments

Amazing Selection