FAQ – Questions & AnswersCategory: Glock FAQHow to sight in your Glock pistol?
Marlene asked 2 years ago
How to sight in a Glock 17?

6 Answers
Jordan answered 2 years ago

There are a lot of factors that go into sighting a Glock pistol, so there’s no one-size-fits-all answer to this question.

However, there are some basic steps you can follow to get started.

  • First, make sure your gun is unloaded and pointed in a safe direction. Then, adjust the rear sight until the top of the front sight is level with the horizon (or as close to level as possible).
  • Next, determine what distance you’ll be shooting at and find something at that distance to use as a target. Once you have your target set up, aim your gun at it and center the front sight in the middle of the target.
  • Now, fire a few shots and see where they hit the target. If they’re hitting low and to the left, you’ll need to move the rear sight to the right and up. If they’re hitting high and to the right, you’ll need to move the rear sight to the left and down.
  • Keep making small adjustments until your shots are hitting where you want them to. Then, practice, practice, practice!

How to sight in a Glock 17?

Sighting in a Glock 17 is simple. You will need a target, something to shoot at, and some ammo. Rubber or plastic ammunition is less expensive but metal jackets are better for long-range shooting. depending on the purpose of your Glock (target practice, home defense, or competition), you will want to zero it accordingly. If you are unsure, ask a professional or consult the instruction manual.

Here are the basic steps:

  • Pre-set your target at 25 yards and make sure that 1) it is stapled securely 2) there’s nothing nearsighted behind it and 3) the wind isn’t going to move it around too much while you’re firing.
  • Sighting in a Glock 17 is simple. You will need a target, something to shoot at, and some ammo. Rubber or plastic ammunition is less expensive but metal jackets are better for long-range shooting. depending on the purpose of your Glock (target practice, home defense, or competition), you will want to zero it accordingly. If you are unsure, ask a professional or consult the instruction manual.
  • Adjust the rear sight by moving it left or right until the point of aim (POA) is in line with the point of impact (POI). To do this, you will need to fire a few shots and then adjust accordingly. Consult your Glock’s instruction manual for more specific details.
  • Once the rear sight is adjusted, you can move on to the front sight. Again, you will need to fire a few shots and then adjust the front sight until the POA is in line with the POI.
  • That’s it! You have now successfully sighted in your Glock 17.

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Cruz answered 2 years ago
Sighting in your Glock pistol is a two-part process:
1. First, you’ll need to adjust the windage and elevation screws on the rear sight until the point of impact (POI) is where you want it to be.
2. Second, you’ll need to adjust the front sight post so that it’s in line with the rear sights.
For windage adjustment, turn the screw to the left or right (depending on which way you want to move the POI) and then fire another shot. Keep doing this until the POI is where you want it to be. For elevation adjustment, turn the screw-up or down (again, depending on which way you want to move the POI) and fire another shot. Keep doing this until the POI is where you want it to be.
Once you have the windage and elevation screws set, you can move on to adjusting the front sight post. To do this, simply loosen the set screw on the front sight post and then turn the post in the direction you want to move the POI.
 
How to sight in your Glock pistol?

Olson answered 2 years ago

For general target practice, you’ll want to adjust the sights so that the bullet hits the center of the target at a range of 25 yards.

  • To do this, first fire a shot at the target.
  • Then, measure the distance between the edge of the hole and the center of the bullseye. This is called your “point of impact”.
  • Next, adjust your sights based on that measurement until the point of impact is in line with the center of the bullseye.

If you’re going to be shooting competitively, you may want to fine-tune your sights even further. For example, you may want to adjust the sights so that the bullet hits the target slightly above the center since most targets are angled slightly downward.

Finally, keep in mind that your Glock’s sights may need to be adjusted periodically as they can become misaligned over time.

How to sight in a Glock 17?

There are a few things you need to do to sight in a Glock 17:

1. First, make sure the gun is unloaded, and then condense the slide by pulling it back and releasing it three times.

2. Next, locate the sights on the gun. The front sight will be located on top of the barrel while the rear sight will be located at the end of the slide near the shooter’s eye.

3. Once you have located the sights, align them so that they are level with each other and perpendicular to the bore axis (the line running through the center of the barrel).

4. To sight in your Glock 17, simply adjust your rear sight until the point of impact (where your bullets are hitting) is in line with your point of aim (where your sights are aligned).

5. Finally, once you have sighted in your Glock 17, make sure to practice regularly so that you can maintain your skills.

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Ivan answered 2 years ago

To properly sight in your Glock, you’ll need a few things:

  • A Glock Pistol (obviously)
  • A shooting range
  • A clean and level workspace
  • A gun cleaning kit
  • Eye and ear protection
  • Targets
  • Lighter or pencil torch
  • (optional) Gun vise or cradle
  • (optional) Laser Bore Sight tool to speed up the process.

Step One – Properly Clean Your Weapon. Your weapon must be clean before you start the sighting process. First, remove all live ammunition from the firearm. Then using a brush and solvent, thoroughly clean the bore of the gun barrel. Next, disassemble the gun as much as possible and clean all of the parts. Be sure to clean the inside of the slide and frame rails. A dirty gun can throw off your shots, so it is important to take the time to clean it thoroughly.

Step Two – Set Up Your Work Space. Once your gun is cleaned, you’ll need to find a clean and level workspace to set up your shooting range. If you’re working inside, make sure there is plenty of ventilation. You’ll also want to make sure that there are no windows or mirrors behind your targets.

Step Three – Set Up Your Targets. Now it’s time to set up your targets. For best results, use black and white targets that are at least 18 inches in diameter. Place your targets at a distance of 25 yards. If you’re using a laser bore sight tool, place the target even further away.

How to sight in your Glock pistol?
Step Four – Sight In Your Glock. Now it’s time to sight in your Glock. First, make sure that you are wearing eye and ear protection. Then, with the gun unloaded, point it at your target. Center the front sight in the rear sight notch and align the top of the front sight with the center of the target.

Now, take a deep breath and slowly squeeze the trigger. Remember to keep the gun steady as you pull the trigger. The goal is to keep the front sight centered on the target as you take your shot.

If your shot is low and to the left, adjust the windage by turning the screws on the left side of the rear sight clockwise. If your shot is low and to the right, turn the screws on the right side of the rear sight counter-clockwise.

If your shot is high and to the left, adjust the elevation by turning the screws on the top of the rear sight clockwise. If your shot is high and to the right, turn the screws on the bottom of the rear sight counter-clockwise.

Once you’ve made your adjustments, fire another shot and check your results. Repeat this process until you are satisfied with the results.

Step Five – Test Fire Your Glock. Once you’re happy with the results of your adjustments, it’s time to test fire your Glock. First, make sure that the gun is unloaded and there is no ammunition in the chamber. Then, point the gun at your target and squeeze the trigger. If the gun fires, it is now safe to load and use.

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Antony answered 2 years ago
– First, you need to make sure that the gun is unloaded.
– Next, you need to adjust the rear sight by loosening the set screw and moving the sight in the direction you want the bullet to go.
– After that, you need to fire three shots at a target 30 feet away.
– Once you have done that, you need to measure the distance between the shot groups and make adjustments accordingly.
– Finally, tighten the set screw on the rear sight once you’re happy with where it’s at.

Lewis answered 2 years ago

Let’s start by talking about what “sighting in” actually means. When you sight in a gun, you’re essentially aligning the sights (the front and rear sights that help you aim) with the barrel of the gun. This ensures that when you fire, the bullet will travel in a straight line towards your target.

1. First, you’ll need to find a target that’s about 25 yards away. If you don’t have access to a shooting range, any large piece of paper will do – just make sure it’s big enough that you can easily see your shots.

2. Next, take a deep breath and slowly squeeze the trigger. Remember to keep the gun as steady as possible – if your hand is shaking, your shots will be less accurate.

3. After you’ve fired a few shots, take a look at where they landed. If they’re all close together, congrats! You’re on your way to becoming a marksman. If they’re scattered about, don’t worry – it just means you need to make a few adjustments.

How to sight in your Glock pistol?
If your shots are low and to the left, that means you need to adjust the windage (the horizontal alignment) of your rear sight. To do this, loosen the screws on the side of the sight and move it over slightly to the right. Once you’re satisfied with the alignment, tighten the screws back down.

If your shots are high and to the right, that means you need to adjust the elevation (the vertical alignment) of your front sight. To do this, loosen the screw on top of the sight and move it down slightly. Once you’re satisfied with the alignment, tighten the screw back down.

Once you’ve made the necessary adjustments, it’s time to take another shot. Keep repeating this process until your shots are consistently hitting the target.

And that’s all there is to it! With a little practice, you’ll be sighting in your gun like a pro in no time.