Recomendations for a "universal" sight pusher?

[baglock1]

I've poked around online and it seems like most sight pushers are branded for a specific frame but I've seen a few labeled as being "universal." Anyone have a good recommendation for one? I realize that a dedicated tool per frame is the *right* way to do it, but being a mechanical minded person, I believe a universal setup could be made to work effectively and properly. Honestly, I'd make it myself but I've gotten to the point where spare time is more valuable to me than the cost of buying it.

This would primarily be for Sigs, but I want the capability to do the majority of the modern semi-auto handgun frames. Additionally, I'd probably make an insert to allow pushing the front sight on certain rifles as well.

Any recomendations?

[Duman]

I just picked up a P500 sight adjustment tool from B&J Machine:

www.bjarms.com

Haven't used it yet, but it's solid and well made.

[baglock1]

Did you get the standard or the pro?

[bkincaid]

I am getting this one: http://www.sightpusher.com
Looks like the ticket for my needs.

[rondog]

Reminds me - I need to tweak the rear sight on my Bersa T380.....

[baglock1]

I am getting this one: http://www.sightpusher.com
Looks like the ticket for my needs.

That looks very similar to the one I had designed in my head, to include the inserts. And the price isn't too bad either. I'm still looking for input but at this point, I'm thinking I'll give that one a try.

[BPTactical]

I just picked up a P500 sight adjustment tool from B&J Machine:

www.bjarms.com

Haven't used it yet, but it's solid and well made.

Not.
I have destroyed two of them. They are ok for the occasional "move it a smidge" but won't stand up to heavy use. An XD will just laugh at it and that is what killed them.
I don't see the other tool listed in this thread being much better.

OP- if SIG is the only brand you plan on swapping sights then get the dedicated EGW tool.

[baglock1]

OP- if SIG is the only brand you plan on swapping sights then get the dedicated EGW tool.

It isn't. The majority of the handguns are Sig, but I also just picked up a Ruger. Additionally, I foresee picking up another Glock just because I miss the 2gen I sold ~8 years ago. Plus, I have a harem of .22 rifles that I think the tool would be helpful for changing out the front sights on. The last time I changed sights on a 10/22 (using punches and a hammer), it was an awkward experience. This was primarily due to not having a rigid fixture to have mounted everything too, but until I build my forever shop, that won't be changing.

A friend (who is also a smith) sent me the link to the Meprolight unit (http://www.meprolight.com/default.as...-69E220522F8A}) which is what he uses. At $680, it's way more that I was wanting to spend. If a quality universal tool is what I want, is my only choice to spend that kind of money?

[BPTactical]

I have the Meprolight tool, an EGW for Glocks and a beefy bastard I made from 1/2" plate, think of a beefed up BJA.
Each has their own place. I don't feel there is such a thing as a "one tool fits all universal".

[baglock1]

Thanks for the perspective Bert. I think the cheaper, more robust option will be to buy a couple of tools for individual frames and buy more when they're needed. At this point, I really only have two to buy and it sounds like that's going to be the cheaper option compared to buying something like the Meprolight. Or I may just go ahead and fire up the mill the next time I go down to visit my Dad and make my own... *sigh*

Can you provide a link for EGW? My google-fu is only returning MGW, Maryland Gun Works, with regards to sight tools. The EGW I found, Evolution Gun Works, doesn't show any sight tools on their webpage. I want to make sure I'm looking in the right spot.