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AK Front Sight – Fiber Optic & Tritium Posts for AK Rifles | Mounts Plus
AK Front Sight – Fiber Optic, Tritium & Steel Posts for AK Rifles
Looking to upgrade your AK front sight for faster target acquisition and improved precision? At Mounts Plus, we offer a carefully selected range of AK front sight posts that enhance your rifle’s visibility and aiming consistency — whether you’re shooting at the range or prepping your rifle for home defense.
From tritium night sights to fiber optic posts and precision steel replacements, we carry the best options for AK-47, AKM, and AK-74 platforms.
🔥 Top AK Front Sights In Stock
| Product | Type | Features | Compatible With | Price |
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| Kensight AK Front Sight – Fiber Optic | Fiber Optic | Red/green LitePipes | AK-47 / AKM | $41.75 |
| HIVIZ Tactical AK Front Sight | Fiber Optic | Interchangeable colors, tool-free | AK-47 / AKM / AK-74 | $24.95 |
| Kensight Night Sight Post | Tritium | Arctic white outline, M6 x 0.45 thread | AK-47, AK-74 | $45.00 |
📦 All sights are compatible with standard AK-pattern front sight blocks.
✅ Why Upgrade Your AK Front Sight?
The factory post on most AK rifles is basic, narrow, and hard to see under stress. Upgrading to a high-contrast fiber optic or tritium post delivers major improvements in:
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🎯 Target acquisition speed
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🌙 Low-light visibility
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🛠️ Ease of adjustment
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💪 Durability under recoil and field use
If you're serious about improving your shot-to-shot consistency, a front sight upgrade is one of the best investments you can make for your AK platform.
🧠 Types of AK Front Sights We Offer
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Fiber Optic Sights: High-visibility red or green LitePipes enhance daytime performance.
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Tritium Sights: Glow-in-the-dark tritium for low-light and night conditions.
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Precision Steel Posts: Thicker or thinner post profiles for competition or tactical use.
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Threaded Posts: Standard M6 x 0.45 compatibility for easy installation.
🔧 How to Install an AK Front Sight
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Use a front sight tool or pliers to remove the original front post.
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Thread in the new post (most use standard M6 x 0.45 threads).
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Adjust elevation using the included tool or a sight adjustment wrench.
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Confirm windage via the front sight block or rear tangent sight.
💡 Don’t have tools? Browse our AK-47 Sight Tools.
🧩 Compatible AK Rifle Models
These AK front sights are tested to fit most common AK variants, including:
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AK-47 (milled & stamped)
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AKM
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AK-74
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Saiga
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WASR-10
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Zastava M70
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Arsenal SLR, SAM
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Draco and other short-barrel AK pistols
📚 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Will these front sights fit my AK-47 or AKM?
A: Yes. Most are threaded for M6 x 0.45 pitch posts and fit standard AK front sight blocks.
Q: Do I need a special tool to install a front sight post?
A: We recommend using a front sight tool for precision, but basic tools can work if used carefully.
Q: What’s the difference between fiber optic and tritium front sights?
A: Fiber optic is best for daylight visibility; tritium glows in the dark for night use.
Q: Do you carry matching rear sights or full sight kits?
A: Yes! Check out our AK-47 Sights for complete front/rear combos.
🛒 Why Buy AK Front Sights from Mounts Plus?
✔️ Authorized Brands – HIVIZ, Kensight & more
🚀 Fast Shipping – Same-day fulfillment on most orders
🔁 Easy Returns – 30-day satisfaction guarantee
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