Review: Magpul MBUS Pro Offset Sights

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Summary:

1. After some initial issues that are detailed below, sights work well and I would recommend for anyone looking for a pair of offset irons. Good performance vs. Cost.

2. I found 1 issue with the design, they would not properly mount in the rear section of a VLTOR MUR style upper. This may also be a problem with some billet uppers.

3. Personal preference, I find the offset irons to be slower than a red dot in a 45 degree offset, but faster than a red dot mounted over the top of an optic. YMMV.


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Review: Magpul MBUS Pro Offset Sights

These offset sights came out in November of 2014 and I haven’t found a whole lot of reviews. Admittedly offset sights are a bit of a niche product. I have been debating about trying a cheap pair ($20 Amazon) to play with the concept of offset sights rather than buying the ~$280 KAC version when these launched and I figured I would take the plunge.

Source: Botach.com
Price: $143 Shipped for Pair

Installation:

Front sight had no issues clamping in place. One problem I encountered was clearance on the rear sight. I mounted the sights to a Noveske brand VLTOR MUR Upper. Due to the style of forward assist and deflector block, there is only one slot on the top rail where the rear sight could be mounted. Even in that one slot, the rear sight seems to touch slightly on the forward assist area (Circled in Red on attached picture). Hopefully it sights in OK. If I decide to keep the set, I may remove some material on the rear sight.

Basic Function:

The sights snap nicely into and out of upright position. They do not lock in the upright position, but have firm retention. Click adjustments are stiff, but each click is easy to distinguish. I have not had a set of Magpul Pro sights before and I did not realize there are two apertures on the rear sight. I was initially concerned sighting down the rifle as the rear sight appeared to be too small for fast target acquisition. I then folded down the aperture and realized I had been in the small position. I have pictures showing both apertures and the image taken a little further back is in the large position. Sighting in the garage the concept felt good so far.

I will follow up with a range report.

Let me know if you have any comments or questions.