Truglo TFO Sight Installation? - XDTalk Forums - Your HS2000/SA-XD Information Source!

teky0101 · 07-07-2008, 02:01 PM

Hello Everyone,
I have noticed several posts that Gilberts Guns can install Truglo TFO'S. However, this is my first sight installation so I would really like to hear your experiences and comments on Gilberts installations. Thank you everyone for your help in advance.

Sincerely,
Teky0101

KnightlE · 07-09-2008, 11:05 AM

Don't know a thing about Gilberts but stay away from TFOs...I ignored all the bad press they've been getting about durability, and now I'm paying for it. The front sight's vile fell out of mine yesterday after only about about a year of use (approx. 700 rounds) and keeping all cleaning solvents off the sights.

Buyer beware...

Tally XD · 07-09-2008, 04:03 PM

I agree, I chose Trijicon instead. However, TruGlo does make a night site that doesnt have the fiber optice strands. Their regular night sights should be fine.

f00lish1 · 07-09-2008, 04:26 PM

Can't remember what thread, but I just read that everyone who went through Gilbert's for their TFO installation have not had the problems mentioned. I'm going to take the plunge myself and get a set of TFO's for my subcompact. If they fall out in a year, then at least I can say I tried them out and then go with Trijicons.

Tally XD · 07-09-2008, 07:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by f00lish1

Can't remember what thread, but I just read that everyone who went through Gilbert's for their TFO installation have not had the problems mentioned. I'm going to take the plunge myself and get a set of TFO's for my subcompact. If they fall out in a year, then at least I can say I tried them out and then go with Trijicons.

Is there some connection with your username and your sight choices?

Johnnybgood · 07-09-2008, 07:39 PM

I had Gilbert's install a set of TFOs on my XD 45 C and have had no problems they did a great job and I had my slide back in a week.

f00lish1 · 07-10-2008, 08:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tally XD

Is there some connection with your username and your sight choices?

No, more or less the connection is with how I spend my money.

**GilbertsGuns.com** · 07-14-2008, 02:34 PM

I crack up when I read some of the posts on here ~ I love that people can say what they think, with as much sarcasm as they desire, and everyone still get along .... I wish in store retail could be the same

As far as the sights go, we sell tons of Truglos and there have been a few problems, ( 5 or 6 total) but it ends up tallying way below 1% of the total sold. We have definitely had the worst luck with the quality of the lamps in Trijicon. Problems specifically with a shortened life of the Tritiium ~ but ultimately it is all in what you like.

The debate will continue with or without my input

teky0101 · 07-16-2008, 11:00 AM

Dear GilbertsGuns,
I just wanted to let you know that my posting above was not to disrespect you or your company. I was simply really interested in having the sights installed and would like to know the quality of installations since I realize that some companies hire many people and some are more qualified than others. However, upon my observations above it appears that your company is outstanding and I have also personally ordered different products from your company in the past and received superb service. Thank you again for all of your hard work and dedication you provide to the firearms industry.

**GilbertsGuns.com** · 07-16-2008, 11:16 AM

You weren't disrespecting me or my company ~ no worries. If I were in your shoes I would check and ask around also.

Have a good day

Jason

07-07-2008, 02:01 PM	#1
teky0101 XDTalk Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 47	Truglo TFO Sight Installation? Hello Everyone, I have noticed several posts that Gilberts Guns can install Truglo TFO'S. However, this is my first sight installation so I would really like to hear your experiences and comments on Gilberts installations. Thank you everyone for your help in advance. Sincerely, Teky0101

07-09-2008, 11:05 AM	#2
KnightlE XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 15	Spend Wisely Don't know a thing about Gilberts but stay away from TFOs...I ignored all the bad press they've been getting about durability, and now I'm paying for it. The front sight's vile fell out of mine yesterday after only about about a year of use (approx. 700 rounds) and keeping all cleaning solvents off the sights. Buyer beware... __________________ <SIG-o-phile with XD Tendencies>

07-09-2008, 04:26 PM	#4
f00lish1 XDTalk Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Southern, CA Posts: 60	Can't remember what thread, but I just read that everyone who went through Gilbert's for their TFO installation have not had the problems mentioned. I'm going to take the plunge myself and get a set of TFO's for my subcompact. If they fall out in a year, then at least I can say I tried them out and then go with Trijicons. __________________ XD9 Sub-Compact (Black), Up next: 1911?

07-09-2008, 07:39 PM	#6
Johnnybgood XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: North West Florida Posts: 602	I had Gilbert's install a set of TFOs on my XD 45 C and have had no problems they did a great job and I had my slide back in a week. __________________ XD .40 SC Trijicon NS XD .45 Compact TFOS Ruger P345PR Taurus PT 24/7 PRO .40 Cal. Bersa Thunder .380 Savage 12 gage pump

07-14-2008, 02:34 PM	#8
GilbertsGuns.com XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ky Posts: 170	I crack up when I read some of the posts on here ~ I love that people can say what they think, with as much sarcasm as they desire, and everyone still get along .... I wish in store retail could be the same As far as the sights go, we sell tons of Truglos and there have been a few problems, ( 5 or 6 total) but it ends up tallying way below 1% of the total sold. We have definitely had the worst luck with the quality of the lamps in Trijicon. Problems specifically with a shortened life of the Tritiium ~ but ultimately it is all in what you like. The debate will continue with or without my input __________________ Jason Gilbert Gilberts Gun Shop 2282 Louisville Rd Frankfort, Ky 40601 877-937-4867 www.gilbertsguns.com E-mail: sales@gilbertsguns.com *60 Day Lay-a-way Available On All Firearms*

07-16-2008, 11:00 AM	#9
teky0101 XDTalk Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 47	Dear GilbertsGuns, I just wanted to let you know that my posting above was not to disrespect you or your company. I was simply really interested in having the sights installed and would like to know the quality of installations since I realize that some companies hire many people and some are more qualified than others. However, upon my observations above it appears that your company is outstanding and I have also personally ordered different products from your company in the past and received superb service. Thank you again for all of your hard work and dedication you provide to the firearms industry.

07-16-2008, 11:16 AM	#10
GilbertsGuns.com XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ky Posts: 170	You weren't disrespecting me or my company ~ no worries. If I were in your shoes I would check and ask around also. Have a good day Jason __________________ Jason Gilbert Gilberts Gun Shop 2282 Louisville Rd Frankfort, Ky 40601 877-937-4867 www.gilbertsguns.com E-mail: sales@gilbertsguns.com *60 Day Lay-a-way Available On All Firearms*

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