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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

Optimizing Your Combat Sight Picture

“You can’t miss fast enough to win a gunfight.” I’ve heard these words for years from gunfighting instructors. Rarely, though, do we take the time to really let the meaning of that catchy little phrase sink in. What does it mean? It means that in a gunfight, only hits count.

Posted by XS Sights Sep 12th 2023

Short Combat Accuracy Test (SCAT)

All right guys and gals, it’s time to set your sights on another drill! Following on the previous drill where I was working on a concealed draw, let’s do another concealed carry/EDC drill! It’s time to talk about SCAT! For those that might have grown up around a farmer or rancher,

Posted by Monte Long Sep 11th 2023

How to Adjust a Glock Sight: A Complete Guide

Accuracy is important in any shooting discipline. From hunting to target shooting to law enforcement to civilian self-defense, accuracy is king. Hitting one’s target is, after all, the ultimate goal of shooting. An inaccurate shot can result in wounded game, the loss of a match, or failure to

Posted by XS Sights Sep 8th 2023

How Often Should You Clean Your Gun? A Guide

How often should you clean your gun? There are some pretty extreme positions in the gun community. Some people will clean the finish off their guns, and others are content to go tens of thousands of rounds between cleanings. We prefer a middle ground; we don’t think you should waste your time

Posted by XS Sights Jul 19th 2023

Metal Injection Molding (MIM) VS. CNC Machining

MIM (metal injection molding) and CNC (computer numerical control) are two common manufacturing methods used to produce parts and components for various industries. MIM is a process that combines the benefits of plastic injection molding and powdered metallurgy to produce complex, precision parts ma

Posted by XS Sights Mar 17th 2023

Iron Sights vs Red Dot

While some debates are nearly dead in shooting circles (9mm vs. .45, anyone?), some are just getting started. One of the latest debates stirring a lot of interest is the merits of the venerable, reliable iron sights in one corner, and young, upstart red dot sights in the other. Which is best, and mo

Posted by XS Sights Jan 27th 2023

A Guide to Co-Witness Sights

A Guide to Co-Witness Red Dot Sights Thirty years ago, optics were still somewhat untrusted on rifles meant for serious use. The prevailing attitude at the time was that optics fail, but iron sights don’t. Fast forward to the early-2000s: optics were being used in combat because of their obvio

Posted by XS Sights Jan 4th 2023

Range Ready - Range Prep Tips

Well, we did it! Somehow, we managed to survive 2021 and have found ourselves well into 2022. Despite the ongoing pandemic and all that goes along with it, life isn't all doom and gloom. Springfield Armory, Girsan, and even FN-USA have released new variations of the venerable HiPower,

Posted by Monte Long Feb 24th 2022

Tritium Night Sights vs. Tritium Fiber Optic Night Sights

There are a lot of night sight options out on the market now, and two of the largest categories are standard tritium sights and tritium fiber optic sights. Standard tritium sights will glow brighter in low-light and are more durable but lack a high-contrast color in bright light. Tritium fiber optic

Posted by XS Sights Aug 24th 2021

Tritium Night Sights vs. Fiber Optic Sights

When it comes to shooting accuracy and firearm performance, sights play a critical role. Upgrading your firearm's sights can make all the difference in the world. Two of the most popular sight types are Tritium and Fiber Optic. While both offer advantages, choosing between them can be a tough decisi

Posted by XS Sights Apr 23rd 2021

DIY Guide Building an AR

With all the uncertainty that has come with 2020, the pandemic, civil unrest, presidential elections it's no wonder so many Americans have been stocking up on guns and ammunition this year! If you're one of the many Americans that purchased firearms this year an AR might have been on your hitlist of

Posted by XS Sights Apr 23rd 2021

Trusting the Dot

Accurate Shooting with XS Big Dot Sights I’m sure you’ve heard that XS Big Dot sights are not target sights. That’s true; the XS Big Dot and Standard Dot sights were designed for fighting. That however does not mean they’re not accurate. How accurate/effective can Big Dot Sig

Posted by Richard Mann Apr 23rd 2021

Can't See Your Iron Sights?

Aging Eyes and Iron Sights Our vision changes as we get older. Serious shooters need to choose iron sights that help compensate for age-related sight issues.— Brad FitzpatrickLike it or not, age has a way of making the activities we enjoy doing more difficult. As we ease into middle life and b

Posted by Brad Fitzpatrick Apr 23rd 2021

Why buy tritium night sights for an EDC pistol or home defense gun?

Defensive situations are not predictable and can happen during the day (bright light) or later into the day (low light). Most defensive altercations will not occur in pitch-black darkness; there is almost always some ambient light present. Self-illuminated tritium night sights are always glowing but

Posted by XS Sights Apr 23rd 2021

Glow Dot Technology

In defensive shooting situations, some light is almost always present, and most do not take place in complete darkness. They happen somewhere in between the spectrum of bright to low light. Our Glow Dot Technology uses all surrounding light, absorbs it, and provides a highly visible, more illuminate

Posted by XS Sights Feb 17th 2021

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

Dry Fire: Building Habits That Actually Stick

Optimizing Your Combat Sight Picture

Short Combat Accuracy Test (SCAT)

How to Adjust a Glock Sight: A Complete Guide

How Often Should You Clean Your Gun? A Guide

Metal Injection Molding (MIM) VS. CNC Machining

Iron Sights vs Red Dot

A Guide to Co-Witness Sights

Range Ready - Range Prep Tips

Tritium Night Sights vs. Tritium Fiber Optic Night Sights

Tritium Night Sights vs. Fiber Optic Sights

DIY Guide Building an AR

Trusting the Dot

Can't See Your Iron Sights?

Why buy tritium night sights for an EDC pistol or home defense gun?

Glow Dot Technology

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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