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Leibster · 02-14-2008, 07:24 PM

Myself, along with a very creative team of engineers have been hard at work on completing the design for the new model of SureSight. We have developed some pretty ingenious innovations that will help you get even more out of our sights. In fact, we've got several more patents pending for this new design.

Specifically, the new model SureSight that we're about to release will address four key issues people have had with past models of SureSight. They are:

1) Easier to install. Unlike previous iterations of SureSight, the new model will be substantially easier to install. The rear sight will utilize a set screw, and will be easier to slip into the dovetail without too much filing.

2) Adjustable. For the first time, SureSight will feature an adjustable apparatus. Since these sights are primarily intended for self defense and lawful carry, we had to design our own rugged system for adjusting the sights. What we've come up with is both simple and effective. Our design is strong, and while the rear sight is adjustable for elevation, the rear sight is still more than strong enough to be used to cycle the slide on one's belt or boot in "wounded shooter drills". Another advantage of an adjustable design is that you can transfer the sights within models. In other words, if you have a 9mm handgun with our sights, and you'd like to switch them to the same brand handgun but in .45 caliber, you can now do so. Once the install is complete, you simply adjust the rear sight as needed and assure zero.

3) Plastic inserts. While we've had a very low failure rate for our yellow coating chipping off our sights, we still weren't satisfied. We wanted something stronger. After a lot of engineering research and development, we have finalized a design for fluorescent plastic inserts to replace our current silk-screened coating. The plastic resin we've selected is super-tough--it's used in the most high-end military sunglasses as well as some automotive applications.

4) Tritium. This has been the primary hold up for the re-release of our sights. At this point, I'd say we are 99% sure that this is going to work very well. I'm not yet prepared to start taking orders, because we have a bit more testing to do.

Once we've got a final design, we'll let you know. While things always seem to take longer than we expect, I believe we'll have a final tritium design within approximately 3-6 weeks.

Thank you for your patience, and rest assured that we'll let you know as soon as we are ready to roll with this new design.

All the best,

Chaim Stein
President, SureSight LLC

Bearcreek · 02-14-2008, 10:14 PM

Yay!!!!

**Kermee** · 02-15-2008, 10:04 AM

Chaim,

Great update! Thank you!

propellerhead · 02-15-2008, 10:07 AM

I'll wait for the email that says they are now available to order.

Draven · 03-01-2008, 08:37 PM

It has been a long time since I have posted to any of these forums - I thought this would be a good thread to come back for. I can't wait to see the new tritium sights!

**vetsvette** · 03-03-2008, 06:38 PM

I have a new .40 sub compact that I have been holding off on new sights for just this reason. Sign me up for a set.

ForTehNguyen · 03-03-2008, 10:47 PM

I would be interested as well

Draven · 03-06-2008, 12:47 PM

Leibster,

Any new updates?? Will you be giving the members on here or people on the email update list a first shot at getting orders in before they are offered on the website?

Larsin · 03-07-2008, 09:13 AM

That would be great for all the people that have been patiently waiting since middle of last year

I am just waiting with credit card in hand...

Leibster · 03-07-2008, 09:47 AM

Hey guys, sorry for the sporadic presence here lately. There's a LOT to do in order to get this product out the door as soon as we can.

We do plan on offering our existing customers a discount on the new sights. We also hope to be taking pre-orders in the next week or two.

Stay tuned,

--Chaim

02-14-2008, 07:24 PM	#1
Leibster XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Southwestern US Posts: 250	SureSight News 2-14-08 Myself, along with a very creative team of engineers have been hard at work on completing the design for the new model of SureSight. We have developed some pretty ingenious innovations that will help you get even more out of our sights. In fact, we've got several more patents pending for this new design. Specifically, the new model SureSight that we're about to release will address four key issues people have had with past models of SureSight. They are: 1) Easier to install. Unlike previous iterations of SureSight, the new model will be substantially easier to install. The rear sight will utilize a set screw, and will be easier to slip into the dovetail without too much filing. 2) Adjustable. For the first time, SureSight will feature an adjustable apparatus. Since these sights are primarily intended for self defense and lawful carry, we had to design our own rugged system for adjusting the sights. What we've come up with is both simple and effective. Our design is strong, and while the rear sight is adjustable for elevation, the rear sight is still more than strong enough to be used to cycle the slide on one's belt or boot in "wounded shooter drills". Another advantage of an adjustable design is that you can transfer the sights within models. In other words, if you have a 9mm handgun with our sights, and you'd like to switch them to the same brand handgun but in .45 caliber, you can now do so. Once the install is complete, you simply adjust the rear sight as needed and assure zero. 3) Plastic inserts. While we've had a very low failure rate for our yellow coating chipping off our sights, we still weren't satisfied. We wanted something stronger. After a lot of engineering research and development, we have finalized a design for fluorescent plastic inserts to replace our current silk-screened coating. The plastic resin we've selected is super-tough--it's used in the most high-end military sunglasses as well as some automotive applications. 4) Tritium. This has been the primary hold up for the re-release of our sights. At this point, I'd say we are 99% sure that this is going to work very well. I'm not yet prepared to start taking orders, because we have a bit more testing to do. Once we've got a final design, we'll let you know. While things always seem to take longer than we expect, I believe we'll have a final tritium design within approximately 3-6 weeks. Thank you for your patience, and rest assured that we'll let you know as soon as we are ready to roll with this new design. All the best, Chaim Stein President, SureSight LLC __________________ To Learn About The Fastest Acquisition Handgun Sights Visit http://www.suresight.com Or sign up for free news & updates HERE

02-14-2008, 10:14 PM	#2
Bearcreek XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 792	Yay!!!! __________________ Enter my home with peace in your heart- or leave with lead in your @$$!!--unknown but I like it.

02-15-2008, 10:04 AM	#3
Kermee XDTalk Owner Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 1,172 Blog Entries: 1	Chaim, Great update! Thank you! __________________ -Kermee, Seattle, WA *Proverbs 3:5-7* "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord and shun evil."

02-15-2008, 10:07 AM	#4
propellerhead XDTalk 3K Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Foat Wurth, TX Posts: 3,572	I'll wait for the email that says they are now available to order. __________________ XD-9 Tactical for IDPA, XD-40 Subcompact for concealed carry, XD-45 Service for home defense. Three calibers, three models, three purposes. No compromises.

03-03-2008, 06:38 PM	#6
vetsvette XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: south central VA Posts: 212	Tritium soon? I have a new .40 sub compact that I have been holding off on new sights for just this reason. Sign me up for a set. __________________ USAF 1966-1988 Stress Is: The confusion created when ones mind overrides the body's basic desire to choke the living $h1t out of some a$$h@le who desperately needs it.

03-01-2008, 08:37 PM	#5
Draven XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 10	It has been a long time since I have posted to any of these forums - I thought this would be a good thread to come back for. I can't wait to see the new tritium sights!

03-03-2008, 10:47 PM	#7
ForTehNguyen XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 1,916	I would be interested as well __________________ XD9 Service Black XD9 Subcompact x 2 Kimber Tactical Custom II AR15 16" Midlength AR15 16" Carbine Tacticooled Lancaster AK47 Remington 870 12ga Express

03-06-2008, 12:47 PM	#8
Draven XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 10	Leibster, Any new updates?? Will you be giving the members on here or people on the email update list a first shot at getting orders in before they are offered on the website?

03-07-2008, 09:13 AM	#9
Larsin XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 25	That would be great for all the people that have been patiently waiting since middle of last year I am just waiting with credit card in hand... __________________ XD9SC Supertuck Deluxe Bersa Thunder 380 cc SmartCarry Winchester Defender 1300

03-07-2008, 09:47 AM	#10
Leibster XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Southwestern US Posts: 250	Hey guys, sorry for the sporadic presence here lately. There's a LOT to do in order to get this product out the door as soon as we can. We do plan on offering our existing customers a discount on the new sights. We also hope to be taking pre-orders in the next week or two. Stay tuned, --Chaim __________________ To Learn About The Fastest Acquisition Handgun Sights Visit http://www.suresight.com Or sign up for free news & updates HERE Last edited by Leibster; 03-07-2008 at 09:51 AM.

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