How to use the VISM by NcSTAR VTUPRS Rear sight Tool

[@jimcrane3361]

Worked exactly as advertised, in other words it was awesome! Replaced rear sights on my G21 and G36 in way less than an hour, 21 first, maybe took 20 minutes taking my time. 36 next in probably 10 minutes, piece of cake. Highly recommend.

[@ncstar]

Thank you for the feedback. Great to hear!

[@gregorysleeth1792]

Bought this tool and used it tonight. I installed new night sights for my Glock 19 G5 and it worked like a charm.

[@MichaelSmith-cs5we]

Just did my G22. Worked like a charm. I purchase one of those polymer sight removers before; and it was a POS; wore out right away and still mired my slide. But not this one. It has surprised me. It's solid; i mean really solid. and it looks pretty cool. Easy to use. That G22 was stuck like chuck and broke the other company i mentioned b4. This VISM press pushed it right off. And i mean that sucker was stuck. I'd definitely recommend it to friends.

[@ETHRON1]

I've actually devised a way to use this for some Front sights like with my M&P 2.0 Metal ..worked perfectly.

[@ShootinArn]

Just changed my factory sight out on my Glock 21 with it watching and pausing your video, worked great.

[@ETHRON1]

Fyi...you can use a metric socket on the end of the pusher to make it easier to move...1/4" drive is ideal but 3/8" drive works too...

[@jbjhonez7224]

This video helped a lot since there were no paper instructions included in the kit I purchased from Optics Planet. Once I got it set up, it was easy as pie to remove sights from 2 slides and put 1 on the other. I'm definitely going to mount this to a piece of 1x6 or 1x8 to stability. Great tool for the price. Highly recommend to anyone. After doing 3 or 4 sights yourself that you got cheaper on the internet than any local shop(even though most do it for free if you buy the sights from them), it'll pay off. Thanks again NcSTAR. Please include a paper copy of the instructions next time.

[@ncstar]

Here's the link to the manual. drive.google.com/file/d/0B10afXnaj5-xR0pEX2xxWWJPVmc/view

[@jbjhonez7224]

Thanks NcSTAR

[@fordman308]

Great Tool, Changed 2 of my Glock pistols over to night sights in 45 minuets. No Problems

[@John90XJ]

Seems like a great tool however a quick suggestion on your video...use a white or light colored background to make it easier to see what's happening.

[@pwrshots]

Or include detailed instructions

[@LibertarianRF]

Worked great on our glock 42 .took literally 10 minutes. Saved $40

[@davidvargas6080]

After reading a few reviews posted below and watching the video I decided to take a chance and I am very pleased with the quality, function and price of this sight tool! Great bang for the buck!

[@davidvargas6080]

Although it says it is not designed for front sights I did use it to remove my Ruger LC9 front sight without incident and it worked great!

[@tjay182nd]

I just used this tool. Extremely easy to use and works great. I no longer have to drift sights by banging on them with a punch and hammer. Well worth the money, especially if you have several sights that need adjusting or removal.

[@ncstar]

Great to hear!

[@mini14head]

Good video. Expecting mine in 2 days. 59.00 amazon.

[@eldritchshiner]

This is an awesome tool! High quality, much nicer than I anticipated, works a charm. And it's a super deal for the money. Recommended.

[@tlcoleman128]

Snapped my pusher. I had previously successfully adjusted my M&P 9mm Pro Series sights to be dead nuts with the VISM tool. I wanted to install some TruGlo's....so I pushed out the M&P sights and went to install the TruGlo's.....and it was not having any of it. I would stop when things seemed too tight......I am a 27yr master motorcycle mechanic and have worked on my own firearms and guitars forever....and currently work as a rigger in film & TV production. I know tools and working with my hands....and how fasteners etc feel. I can tell when things are not going so it was not a case of me bombing through. So I would back off, make sure the sight pusher was not touching the frame and try again. I'd make small adjustments....I also used a welders pencil to make reference marks so I could see how much it was moving but eventually when it was almost 1/2 way on I decided it was too tight. It got to the point it did not want to budge. Funnily enough, I snapped the pusher taking the partially installed new sights off. Oh and I had lubed the pusher tool as well as the dovetail with premium lubricant. I subsequently installed the sights with a borrowed MGW M&P tool which pushed them on easily. I really wanted this tool to work. I had read about others snapping the pusher but I thought it was probably user error.....the pusher contacting the slide. So I was very careful about it. My BIL had the MGW and he was critical of the VISM and said it looked weak to him on the sides and that the pusher bolts were small diameter. I said I could make it work for me, that I wasn't spending that much on an MGW. The problem is the pusher is cast iron so it is brittle. NcStar should go to hard steel for this part if they really want a strong tool. The rest of it is really good and it's a nice design. I preferred the way it held the slide compared to the MGW and the soft inserts are nice.

[@tlcoleman128]

In all fairness, I must say that since my post here......so far NcStar's support has been phenomenal. They are shipping me a new pusher out and not only that, they replied the next day to my E mail. Thank you NcStar, we need more of this sort of excellent support service from all manufacturers. Well done!

[@DrDeckenstein]

Worth every nickel; a must-have for gun enthusiasts

[@marsoelflaco5722]

Great product, bought it on Amazon for a good price. Made quick and easy work on a Glock factory sight removal. Be good!

[@rudycockrell655]

Love this tool. Worth every penny

[@wrigman]

I understand the Glock sights are the easiest sights to push and replace. Can I use this tool to push a offset sight to dovetail such as a Kimber Custom II with out messing up the dovetail, or is that one of the sights that this tool cannot be used on????

[@ncstar]

It would work on those sights if used correctly. The VTUFNR front and rear sight tool would probably work even better though.

[@texasmud91]

I bought one and it worked perfectly.

[@rustyshackleford17]

I'll dig out the Desert Eagle to see if it'll work. Its worked on everything else of mine. Regardless, gunsmiths in my area charge $40-50 to swap out sights and they're never centered. This tool will pay for itself after one or two uses (which I should have done years ago)

[@Robespierres_Ghost]

I just ordered one after breaking my B&T sight Pusher trying to push out of Ruger rear sight. That rear side in the LC9s just doesn't want to budge. Hopefully this will do the job.

[@davidvargas6080]

I used it to remove my Ruger LC9 rear sight after removing the screw.

[@NoPro1962]

john175the2nd Yea those are a bitch ended up using a haksaw to get my factory rear sight off with out causing any damage to rest of pistol it worked great for pushing new TFX sight on.The LC9 S in particular if not on square from factory can be dang near impossible to remove.I do have a Vid on my channel on the LC9S sight upgrade and install.

[@misterx8592]

Just bot mine today. Easy peasy lemon squeezy. I used a socket ratchet to help screw in the sights.

[@gregcarleton1758]

I was able to create a block and remove the bottom adjustment and use it for a front sight. it was on a M&P 9MM shield

[@cfh13]

Ordered this tool last week along with Trijicon HD XR sights for my EDC Glock 26 as an early birthday (4/13) present to myself. It arrived today and am surprised at the weight of it. Checking this out for some details.

[@adamterrell2788]

I use it in front sights also. Works great!

[@snakeeyes20a]

Adam Terrell how do you use it on front sights

[@whoknows8678]

@@snakeeyes20a The same way you do for the rear sight. A dovetailed sight is a dovetailed sight. Not all front sights are installed like a Glock.

[@michaelkowis]

The thing is great... Changed the sights on a G17 and a G40 while having my coffee, this morning.

[@whoknows8678]

I just got one of these and mine came with a black rectangular and flat hard piece of plastic. What is that used for?

[@ncstar]

It's not for anything specific. It's an extra spacer to use in case you have a small slide that need a riser or wherever else you may need it for removing, adjusting or installing sights.

[@pulpheroaudio8709]

Will this work with an optic installed on the slide, or would it have to be removed?

[@ncstar]

What would you be using it for on a slight that has an optic?

[@pulpheroaudio8709]

@@ncstar , changing stock sights for ones that will co-witness with the optic.

[@ncstar]

@@pulpheroaudio8709 You may have to remove the optic while changing the sights as the optic may be in the way.

[@hummer12463]

eBay bought 1 few minutes ago $49.99 Awesome back in stock and on sale!

[@rickharbridge1813]

I recently purchased one purchased one of these tools I think it’s great however actually one of the little blocks that you use to push the site off actually broke how do I get replacements for this

[@ncstar]

Contact our support dept at [e-mail] and they'll get you taken care of.

[@StylesBlender]

Is this tool big enough to install suppressor height sights?

[@ncstar]

Yes

[@BlackMamba-ec4dn]

Will this work for pushing an adapter plate back in for a red dot optic?

[@ncstar]

It is only designed to push sights and not adaptor plates.

[@BlackMamba-ec4dn]

@@ncstar Thanks for the reply, how in the heck do I get that plate in?

[@ncstar]

@@BlackMamba-ec4dn That is something you would need to consult with the firearm's manufacturer and/or the adaptor plate manufacturer.

[@NoPro1962]

Have had mine for a couple years now It Just bailed me out of a stressful situation installing Tru Glo TFX Pro Sights on my Walther P99 AS. It Did the job I would recommend this pusher set and have used on multiple pistols.I do have a Vid on install experience on the P99.on my Channel👍

[@RocksNRuts4]

good for cz p10s?

[@jayroker36]

Does this also work for supressor height sights on a glock. I need to replace the factory sights cause I bought a trijicon rmr. Thanks for any feed back

[@ncstar]

Yes

[@treyh007]

Cool pusher and awesome price......Can you list a few known pistols that it won't work with please. Thanks

[@ncstar]

I'm not currently aware of any specific pistols that it won't work on. We haven't run into any issue with the major brands of pistols with dovetailed rear sights.

[@1snitrad]

Can it be used to change out front sights that are also dove tailed?

[@ncstar]

No, we make this tool for front and rear sights. www.ncstar.com/optics-acc/tools/handgun-tools/vtufnr-univ-front-rear-adj-toolblu

[@hdrjunkie]

What I liked about this one over all the others on the market is that it has the ability to be screwed or clamped down to a bench to make it easier to use. And it just looks cooler..lol

[@Anunnaki1821]

I thought its left to right out and right to left in?

[@randalls.martin6515]

You are right dude,,,

[@davidz8286]

Only way i could get my XDM rear sight off. Nice tool

[@davidquinones3470]

I'm buying one. Did you have to grind away to fit the sight before installing it?

[@ncstar]

No grinding was required for these sights on this pistol slide. These were Ameriglo sights on a Glock 19 slide. All items were stock.

[@davidquinones3470]

I just ordered on Ebay. Thx for the quick reply.

[@hdrjunkie]

you could run a piece of fine sand paper across the dovetail on the slide if its too tight. But, just sand it very lightly and only a couple passes because if you do too much the slide will be loose and your aim will be off all the time.

[@davidquinones3470]

I upgraded sights on 2 pistols. This tool paid itself off. I recommend this tool.

[@hdrjunkie]

When i changed the sights on my glock g19 i only had to lightly sand the new sights dove tail a tiny bit... but i didnt use this type of tool to install it. I used a hammer and punch (drift tool) cant wait to get this in though as im putting adjustable rear sights on it now!

[@fishing_with_chaz]

Can you do a video on removing xd sights and what you can do to get them to move please

[@ncstar]

No plans on an XD video at this time.

[@johnmcclane3085]

When the right side of the pusher makes contact with the sight installing, the main top bolt unscrews from the opposite end of the T handle and sight will push no further - top area is disassembled! What am I doing wrong here???

[@ncstar]

You need to tighten up the set screw on the knurled nut.

[@johnmcclane3085]

@@ncstar THANK YOU!!!!! This sight tool & I have been fighting for almost 2 days to put a sight on my G-42. Now done! Thank You SO much for your fast and valuable reply!

[@Divici02623]

Will it work for the front sight?

[@ncstar]

No, this is the rear sight only tool. Here's the link to the Vism Front and Rear sight tool kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2jRkHaedpVjb68

[@treyh007]

Ok thanks, will have to try one out.

[@Robespierres_Ghost]

Is there any way to modify this to allow it to push in and out front sights as well? Looks like a good tool but would like it to do both front and rear.

[@ncstar]

It is not designed for a front sight. There aren't any mods for it.

[@raymondwilliams6601]

will it work with Beretta models

[@ncstar]

It will work on some Beretta rear sights however, the thumb safety will generally have to be removed so you may need to consult a qualified gunsmith.

[@jeff-dv8cx]

does this pusher include adapters for the stepped sides of a Springfield Armory XD slide?

[@jeff-dv8cx]

never mind - i bought one that actually lists what adapters are included with it.

[@oceres]

This won’t work in front sights right?

[@ncstar]

This is a rear sight only tool. The VTUFNR sight tool will work for front and rear sights.

[@theblacksheepknights]

Can you use this to zero or replace front sights on 1911?

[@ncstar]

No, the VTUPRS is a rear sight only tool. For front sights, you would want our VTUFNR. See here kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2jRkHaedpVjb68

[@virgiljohnson4260]

how do you install a front sight?

[@ncstar]

With the Vism front and rear sight pusher, model number VTUFNR. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2jRkHaedpVjb68

[@virgiljohnson4260]

@@ncstar thanks!

[@rickardogomes3944]

Serve nas pistolas taurus TS9?

[@ncstar]

Yes, it should work on the Taurus TS9.

[@RGomesTs9]

Comprei esperando chegar entre 6 a 20do08 no Brasil.

[@ncstar]

@@RGomesTs9 We're not a retailer. You would need to contact the retailer you purchased it from.

[@smurra3]

Can this do front sights? If not what do i use for that?

[@ncstar]

The VTUPRS is only for rear sights. We have a new front & rear sight pusher that just came out. link: www.ncstar.com/new-arrivals/coming-soon/vtufnr-univ-front-rear-adj-toolblu

[@Evil__D]

You should show using the polymer inserts. Doesn't matter how easy it was for you. Thanks

[@ncstar]

What would you like to see? How to change out the inserts? When to use the flat vs angled?

[@whoknows8678]

The inserts just slide into the dovetails. You might have to tap them in with a little force. I did. It really couldn't be any easier.

[@jbjhonez7224]

Will this work on XDS sights? I've been told that they are pressed in hydraulically and a pain to mess with

[@ncstar]

It has worked on XD's but they are the most difficult to remove and have also broken a few sight pushers. If you are going to use it on an XD, make sure you do your research before removing the sight. If the pusher breaks, we do cover it under warranty.

[@josephdigiovanni6562]

Hey jbj just ordered my sight pusher on Amazon & it's on back order so I did some research starting with a gunsmith would have a more professional & expensive tool that would works but there's a cost for that. Others have suggested putting the slide in a 200 degree oven for an hour (BIG PICTURE OF THE WIFE LETTING THAT HAPPEN) another was using a brass punch To break the seal then pressing'em out will keep you posted

[@DomainionSB165]

Question can be this use to remove hk vp9 front and rear sight???

[@ncstar]

It is a rear sight pusher only. It will work on the rear sights of a VP9.

[@miophx8283]

So, how do we push out a front sight?

[@ncstar]

That would depend on the pistol. Many pistol front sights are bolted/screwed into the slide while some us a dovetail. You would need to consult your firearms owners manual.

[@miophx8283]

NcSTAR Can it be used for most dovetailed front sights like Smith&Wesson, Sigs and Berettas? Id like to get one but, I'd like one that can do both front and rear dovetailed front sights. Will this handle slanted rear sights like those found on a Glock? Thanks for your help!~

[@ncstar]

It is designed specifically for rear sights. Yes, it will work on Glock rear sights. It's being used on a Glock slide in the video.

[@miophx8283]

Thanks!

[@rustyshackleford17]

assuming the front sights are dovetailed, I flip the slide around and go from there. Front sights like glocks, you have to buy another tool.

[@samlott99]

The old sight came off with ease, but Geez man, you can see he was really having to put a LOT of hand and wrist strength into getting the new sight on. He was struggling a bit, and that's no exaggeration. I know the sights are tight to stay in place, but not needing to be THAT tight.

[@ncstar]

The sights really weren't that tight. It's much easier if you secure the rear sight tool to a vise or table. We did this without either partially because it made it easier to film and to show it can still be done without having the tool secured. Additionally, some sights are tighter than others and it depends on the manufacturer of the sight.

[@shutupanddoitthenokay903]

Will this work on a: HK vp9-SK ??

[@ncstar]

Yes, it should work fine.

[@rubengomez3596]

nice. just bought one

[@bryanmorgia345]

judging from the video this is perfect for a simple upgrade. and at 39.99 I stole it. cant wait to put my tritiums on!!!!!!!

[@gallor1able]

great pricing also

[@gallor1able]

Just picked one up minutes ago @ optics Planet

[@Cosaco-il1sq]

What about the front sight? ????????

[@ncstar]

This is a universal rear sight tool. It does not work on front sights.

[@dgreenapple]

Question for NCSTAR please: I have a 1911 with a FRONT sight which is dovetail mounted, just like a Glock rear sight. Do you think your tool will work well with that? Have you ever used it for a front sight on a 1911?

[@ncstar]

It is designed specifically for rear sights only.

[@hikerfedex]

I wondered the same thing. (I have an M&P Shield) I'm not understanding why it WOULDN'T work on front dovetailed sites. What am I missing??

[@ncstar]

It's not designed for front sights. The front site is generally only a single blade and can be broken or bent by using this sight pusher.

[@ΛεωνάνδροςΠεργαμενός]

Awesome. Does this work with a sig p226?

[@ncstar]

It should work with the Sig P226

[@fishing_with_chaz]

will this sight pusher work on an xd?

[@ncstar]

Yes, but XD sights are very tight and need to be removed carefully.

[@garyvigorito3289]

Works great except if You are trying to mount an red dot dovetail base that is wider than .875".The sliding jaws will not accept anything that is wider. My base was 1". You might have been able to grind the jaws out

[@ncstar]

It's not designed to be used for mounting red dot bases. It is only designed to be used with iron sights.

[@cfh13]

Kind of mad, The sight pusher made an indention into my brand new sight and took the year off it. I kept backing it off to make sure everything was ok. Sucks for me.

[@ncstar]

Please contact our Warranty/Tech Support department at [e-mail] They can assist you with any issues.

[@danielhoffman2199]

Thanks you showed how to use it in 4 minutes with no bull unlike the last guy at 12 plus minutes with a lot of bull.

[@blackhawknj]

Good video, could have used better lighting on the rear of the slide.

[@ncstar]

That's why we shot a new video with better lighting. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZquzeaZsp66dpMk

[@jessemartin2652]

This will be a stupid question, can you use this sight pusher for rifles, if not.. is there a sight pusher ( that won’t break the bank ) recommended for rifles?

[@ncstar]

This is not intended for use on rifles. We do not have a universal rifle sight pusher as there are too many different sight designs on long guns. Contact our support dept at [e-mail] if you would like to go over details of what you're looking for.

[@paulog.guardiaguardia1434]

Ok beretta 84?

[@ncstar]

It should work fine on the rear sight but it won't do the front sight. Take a look at our VTUFNR front and rear sight pusher for your Beretta 84.

[@davidquinones3470]

Just got mine yesterday, did you have to oil down the threads?

[@ncstar]

The threads should have oil from the factory but if it is too dry, it doesn't hurt to add some oil.

[@bignedau]

Good vid can you redo with some lighting..thanks

[@ncstar]

Already did. Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZquzeaZsp66dpMk

[@sherman4195]

NO WAY this is "that" easy on the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield rear sight! Just no way!

[@justinmaxwell4925]

I'm struggling at the moment getting the new sight on my Shield. It took the old one off just fine, but it just twists the new one... ugh

[@kevinn4393]

Grease it !!!!

[@randomnav]

Black slide on a black background does not do well. It is difficult to see what you are doing. You should have used a light colored table cover and a light colored shirt. All that being said it is still one of the better sight tool videos. Good job.

[@ncstar]

A new video was uploaded here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZquzeaZsp66dpMk

[@randomnav]

@@ncstar Outstanding! Well done with the new video.

[@ProfessorBulletMG]

Would have been nice to have him wear a light-colored shirt while doing this.

[@cliffvancott5334]

WHY do so many folks demo a dark colored tool with a black shirt for a background? Black slide, black sight, black pads and a black background.... you took all that time to do an otherwise great demo... but we can't se it!

[@ncstar]

We made another video to address this issue.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZquzeaZsp66dpMk

[@repetitivemotion]

Couldn’t see a thing because you have a black mat and t-shirt Make the video again while wearing a white tshirt

[@ncstar]

That's why we shot another video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZquzeaZsp66dpMk

[@MrTimesetter]

Hate to criticize a "how-to" video for a product I purchased from your company, but the lighting and volume, or your distance from the mic, made this video almost unbearable to watch. It sent me on a search for other how-to videos elsewhere.

[@ncstar]

That's why we shot another video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZquzeaZsp66dpMk

[@nsbchannel1]

F***** up the dovetail and a $120 rear sight , which means I'll be throwing my slide in the trash and buying another one. The tool pushed up the right side as I installed it right to left. I can shove a toothpick under the right side of the dovetail part of the sight. The sight was Meprolight Tru-Dot Sure Shot Adjustable Night Sight #ML-20224.

[@ncstar]

Never heard of anything like that occurring before especially on a Glock. Please contact tech support at [e-mail] and they might be able to figure out what went wrong as that has never occurred before to our knowledge.

[@rip2889]

Nice lighting for black on black parts. Ugh

[@ncstar]

That's why we did another video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZquzeaZsp66dpMk

[@bryanpatton3693]

Great tool, HOWEVER....the lack of ANY DIRECTIONS in the box, regarding how to determine the proper parts to use and how to use them, SUCKS! The video shows how to use the tool, but it FAILS to show how to properly set it up! I'm sure I'll figure it out, but I shouldn't have to do that!

[@kevinhamilton6966]

To bad the lighting is poor and all dark background. You can’t see nothing but his hands.

[@ncstar]

That's why we did a better video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZquzeaZsp66dpMk

[@king-of-memes6712]

Out of stock everywhere...

[@ncstar]

They should be available again shortly. They are selling out as fast as we can produce them.

[@conspiracylibrary2848]

Get more lighting brother.

[@ncstar]

Already done. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZquzeaZsp66dpMk

[@PubliusRutiliusLupus]

Mine was like 100 times harder haha.