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Title: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: Sigquick on August 21, 2010, 05:51:46 PM

Seems like I saw where someone on this forum put Nitesiters on the front ramp of an Rohrbaugh a while back. Search didn't pull anything up. Reviews seem to be fairly high on their web site. For those who don't know Nitesiters are a thick sticker material that retain light for around 10 hours or so depending on how much light they are exposed to. Reviews put them much brighter than trijicon type sites when fully charged. Any way I just ordered some.

Here's a little info on them:

Imagine something brighter than tritium and cheaper than dirt; Nitesiters should come to mind. They’re small dots of super photo-luminescent material on an industrial-strength adhesive backing that, when applied to existing sights can make a handgun more effective in lowlight situations. Can be charged with an LED or UV flashlight to glow all night long. Application kit includes everythingthe gun owner needs. For more info, contact: Nitesiters, PO Box 1981,Dept CH, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340; 602-327-0152; www.nitesiters.com

Title: Re: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: kjtrains on August 21, 2010, 06:41:01 PM

Yep!  I started to order those and just never got around to doing it.  Finally decided I didn't need 'em; they do seem like good sites, though.

Title: Re: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: tracker on August 21, 2010, 07:08:59 PM

Let us know how you like them. A friend of mine ordered them and it took a long time to receive them. Hopefully, that won't be your experience.

Title: Re: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: bama on August 21, 2010, 07:23:18 PM

Sights on a pocket gun seem like a complete waste of time to me. When up close, which is what this gun is designed for, you don't need sights at all. Beyond that distance, it is hard to be "bullseye accurate" with a pocket gun, regardless of sights.

Title: Re: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: tracker on August 21, 2010, 07:46:33 PM

I agree with you, bama, but there are others who see it the other way.

Title: Re: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: bama on August 21, 2010, 07:49:17 PM

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I agree with you, bama, but there are others who see it the other way.

That's why there are so many flavors of ice cream---everybody likes something different.   ;)

Title: Re: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: Richard S on August 21, 2010, 07:49:17 PM

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Sights on a pocket gun seem like a complete waste of time to me. When up close, which is what this gun is designed for, you don't need sights at all. Beyond that distance, it is hard to be "bullseye accurate" with a pocket gun, regardless of sights.

Generally, I agree with that. If (God forbid) I ever need to fire my R9 in self defense, I expect it to be an up very close, very quick, and very personal event -- sights unused and extremely messy.  That is why I usually carry a 1911 or a P7 as primary. My early Farmingdale R9 has sights, but I do not consider them to be necessary for the pistol's intended use -- an OMG, TSIATHTF-and-I-need-to-shoot-that-SOB-before-he-shoots-me-or-mine event.

Title: Re: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: Sigquick on August 21, 2010, 11:47:57 PM

OK... I agree with all the up close use comments, HOWEVER, there is a reason why the R9s is substantially more popular the R9. Its because we like sights. I've owned both the R9 and R9s models. I kept the one I was more accurate with. Odds of this gun being used in self defense are incredibly slim and sights that are usable can't hurt right? Even though it's not a range gun, for most enthusiasts it will never be shot anywhere else. Why not make the sights more viewable for range use? It would make range time with the gun more enjoyable for me. I shoot at round black falling plates at 15 yards with mine, my eyes don't recognize contrast as well as they used to, a white post would improve target acquisition. Plus the hope of increased night time visibility if ever needed. What's the harm?

I know many have painted their front posts, I was just curious if any had attempted to place the nitesiters on that small front post. Not sure how it will turn out, but for 20 bucks and enough material to apply many times it's worth a shot and cheaper than a box of Gold Dots ;D

Title: Re: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: bama on August 22, 2010, 12:33:13 AM

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OK... I agree with all the up close use comments, HOWEVER, there is a reason why the R9s is substantially more popular the R9. Its because we like sights. I've owned both the R9 and R9s models. I kept the one I was more accurate with. Odds of this gun being used in self defense are incredibly slim and sights that are usable can't hurt right? Even though it's not a range gun, for most enthusiasts it will never be shot anywhere else. Why not make the sights more viewable for range use? It would make range time with the gun more enjoyable for me. I shoot at round black falling plates at 15 yards with mine, my eyes don't recognize contrast as well as they used to, a white post would improve target acquisition. Plus the hope of increased night time visibility if ever needed. What's the harm?

Not trying to rain on your parade. I fully agree, that at the range, good visibility of the sights is useful. I was just pointing out that all our tools are designed for certain things, and should best be used within the parameters of their design. I have made 80 yard head shots at the range with a service pistol, but would not try that with a pocket pistol, no matter how great the sights were.

And to be honest, I have painted more than one front sight on various guns.   ;D

Title: Re: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: Richard S on August 22, 2010, 10:30:41 AM

I painted the sights on a Colt Mod. Gold Cup Co2 Air Pistol cal. .177 (4.5 mm) which I use for "plinking" at the cabin.

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y30/RichardS/mar0502.jpg)

Title: Re: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: sslater on August 22, 2010, 11:02:53 AM

I tried Nitesiters a while back.  They're adequately bright, not noticeably brighter than new Trijicons.
Problem is keeping them stuck to the gun.  They disappeared after a few days of pocket carry on R9S front and rear sights.  And before application I degreased, degreased, degreased.
Had better luck with another pistol that has indented white dots.

Steve

Title: Re: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: tracker on August 22, 2010, 11:36:20 AM

I heard they are now including a separate tube of glue for extra adherence but I don't know that for certain.

Title: Re: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: RickP on August 23, 2010, 11:14:21 AM

I also tried Nitesiters and they would not stay on. Perhaps if dimples were machined into the sights the result would be different. There was no glue when I tried them so I don't know what effect that would have. I do have white and yellow fingernail polish on my sights. Yellow painted over white on the front, white on the back. Its been on for well over a year and still looks fresh. The painted sights do help when punching paper at the 7 yard line at the range.

Rick

Title: Re: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: Sigquick on August 23, 2010, 10:48:18 PM

Thanks for the feedback gentlemen. Looks like the best reviews are on 3 dot indented sights. Didn't see anything on their web sight about additional glue either. Hey, its still worth a shot. If they all fall off I'll try paint on front post.

Hey Rick, if you have a picture, I'd love to see it.

Title: Re: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: RickP on August 24, 2010, 11:27:49 PM

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Thanks for the feedback gentlemen. Looks like the best reviews are on 3 dot indented sights. Didn't see anything on their web sight about additional glue either. Hey, its still worth a shot. If they all fall off I'll try paint on front post.

Hey Rick, if you have a picture, I'd love to see it.

(http://home.earthlink.net/~ricpro/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/sights.jpg)

This picture was taken before I added the yellow to the front sight. Got the polish at Walgreens. Let us know how your's turns out.

Rick

Title: Re: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: kjtrains on August 25, 2010, 05:10:03 PM

Nice paint job, Rick.  Looks good!  I like that car, too!   :)

Title: Re: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: Paindoctor on September 05, 2010, 08:49:12 AM

Hey Rick,
Really nice "look". I think that's a R9s Stealth Elite you've painted sights on...am I correct? If so, same as mine. I agree that sites are good, as it can be difficult to pick up the front site on a dark slide. How did you do such a great job on the paint? And what color(s) would you use again if you were painting another black slide? Thanks for the input.

Title: Re: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: shakermountain on September 05, 2010, 01:16:43 PM

I've had Nitesighters on my Pup since a month after I bought it back in '07, and changed them only once in that time. I machined dimpled recesses into the sight bosses on mine (a very tricky job that I'm proud to say came out well - but this is not a project for the inexperienced, or faint of heart) and installed them using a tiny dot of  super glue and needle-sharp tweezers. When the R9 is left on the bedside stand for awhile with the reading light on they stay charged thru the night.If I were ever to need the gun in a pinch when still half asleep and doped up on adrenalin  I'd MUCH RATHER have these than not, as I can now whip the gun off the table and have it lined up exactly on the door in one easy sweep. The sight bosses simply will not accept available tritium capsules, so I've found these to be the best solution for me. Easy on, easy off, and they stay put til I take 'em off.

STILL would rather have Crimson Trace Grips. Any who agree should see that thread in this forum to sign up with CT as being interested. We'll soon live in a world where your pup can paint your target without you having to paint it.

Title: Re: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: RickP on September 05, 2010, 03:34:13 PM

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Hey Rick,
Really nice "look". I think that's a R9s Stealth Elite you've painted sights on...am I correct? If so, same as mine. I agree that sites are good, as it can be difficult to pick up the front site on a dark slide. How did you do such a great job on the paint? And what color(s) would you use again if you were painting another black slide? Thanks for the input.

I used some blue painters tape to get the lines where I wanted them, and am happy with the colors.

My R9 is a standard stealth, would like an Elite though.

Rick

Title: Re: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: Paindoctor on September 05, 2010, 04:46:43 PM

Great job, indeed. I can take out your gallbladder and attach it to your head, but I'm a little scared at the thought of irreversibly putting graffiti on my new pup.

I my inquire at my local gun shop to see what their experience with this has been. I like the Elite look, the black and stainless slide have a great appeal. But they are all nice, unique, and in a lot of ways each a collectors item.

Thanks for the input, Rick. Have a Good Labor Day Weekend.

Title: Re: Anyone try Nitesiters
Post by: Sigquick on September 18, 2010, 02:29:37 PM

Just to update: after 4 weeks of nothing showing up and multiple unanswered emails, I had PayPal issue a refund. To be fair though, they have added a disclaimer to web site that they are owned by a military family who are currently overseas and they have contracted a shipper to run the business while they are away. No hard feelings I wish them well.

Paint might be the way to go but I'm always trading my guns around and currently have an itch for another Robar R9. When you trade around enough you always want what you used to have  ;D

Thanks for all the input gentlemen