Best AR-15 Front Sight Tools – Buyer’s Guide For 2022

Best Overall:
Real Avid Front Sight Adjuster - for A1 & A2

First on the docket, we'll be taking a look at the Real Avid Front Sight Adjuster. This tool will be used for both A1 & A2-style AR-15 sights. For added durability, this has a black oxide finish, making it resistant to any kind of damage.

Plus, it's textured to give you a pretty easy grip while you're taking on the challenge of adjusting your sight. What you'll notice are the prongs that are made for this adjuster. There are 5 pins that you can use if you're adjusting an A1 front sight. If your AR-15 rifle has an A2 sight, you can use the four-pins to adjust it.

The body is made from stainless steel, making it a durable little tool to have while you’re out in the field or out at the range. This won’t break if you somehow accidentally drop it on a hard surface. Plus, it’s hard enough to make the challenging adjustments seem easy.

Why rely on something like a screwdriver or the end of a bullet for a sight adjustment? If you need a front sight adjuster tool that you can take just about anywhere, the Real Avid Front Sight Adjuster might be something that you’ll want to have handy in the situations where you need it most.

Bottom Line

This front sight tool does a great job of making something challenging like adjusting your AR-15 front sight a little easier. It’s durable and will be hard to break if you use it properly. Since it’s quite small, it’s important to have it stored away somewhere when you’re not using it.

The Sure-Grip feature is an added convenience to have. It will definitely keep your fingers from slipping when you’re trying to put something like a front sight tool to good use.

Runner-up: 
UTG Model 4/AR15 4 & 5 Prong A1/A2 Dual Front Sight Tool

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Now, we’ll be taking a look at the Model 4 dual front sight tool from the UTG brand. You’ll notice that it’s a little bit longer in length compared to most front sight tools. But it’s still an effective tool to have if you’re using it for either an A1 or A2 sight.

The pins are located on both ends, but each end is fit for a specific sight. On one end, you have 4 adjustment prongs that will be best used to adjust your A2 AR-15 sights. On the other end, you have 5 adjustment prongs that will be best for A1 sights.

No matter which sight you have, you have a tool that comes in handy. The long length will definitely be more convenient, especially if you have had a hard time with front sight tools in the past due to your hand size. So the reach will be slightly better when you’re making adjustments.

This is precision machined from steel, making it a tough overall tool that you can carry around wherever you go. On a hunting trip or a long day at the range, you have a tool that will be ready to use if your shots somehow end up landing somewhere a little higher or lower than the bullseye. One of the things that makes this tool easy to use is the ergonomic design.

Yes, site adjustments can get a little uncomfortable to the point where your hands get cramped. But if you want to avoid that from happening, it might just take the right kind of tool to make it happen. Other than that, it has a grip design that will make holding the tool a little easier for you. When you’re in bad weather or if you’re hands are sweating, you’ll be able to still get a good hold on it.

Bottom Line

If you’re looking for a great alternative to the last front sight tool, then the UTG model could be exactly what you’re looking for. Especially when it’s something that’s a little long in length. Add that to the easy ability to adjust your front sight and it might be a tool that you’ll want at the snap of a finger.

Yes, the prongs may be a little sharp so some small filing or adding protectors might do the trick. But be sure you don’t do it to a point where the tool is rendered useless. Other than that, if you’re looking for a go-to front sight adjustment tool, the UTG might be your saving grace out in the field or on the range.

Best for the Money: 
Tacfun .223 556 AR A1 A2 Carbine Dual Front Sight Adjustment Tool With 4 & 5 Prong

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If you’re looking for an AR-15 front sight tool that won’t suck the life out of your bank account, then here’s one you might like. This is the Tacfun Carbine Dual Front Sight Adjustment Tool. It has prongs that are located on both ends for the designated sight you have.

If you have an AR-15 rifle that is more of a carbine style rifle, this might be the best adjusting tool for you. The durability is hard to beat since it’s machined from high-quality steel. If you also happen to have big hands, then you’ll rejoice at the fact that this tool is easy to use.

No matter what size hands you have, the tool is still usable. Especially when it’s a little long in length. Highly durable, easy to use, and quite affordable are the three phrases that we can come up with to describe this adjustment tool.

This is a tool that is so easy to use, anyone that is new to using an AR-15 can use it. Before you do, you need to make sure which site your rifle has. Once you do, you know which end you have to use.

Whether you’re spending a day at the range or if you’re looking for the perfect big game target, your shots need to be as dead on as possible each time. So if you’re looking for a tool that will allow for easier adjustments, the Tacfun might be worth the investment for less money.

Bottom Line

If you’re looking for a sight tool that fits all kinds of hand sizes, then look no further than the Tacfun front sight tool. This will help you get the job done so you can continue to getting back to accurate and precise shots.

Even the slightest of adjustments can make a difference. And all it takes is one tool like this. If you’re looking for something that’s compact but long enough to easily reach your sight, get the Tacfun front sight tool.

4. Lion Gears AR15/M4 Steel Front Sight Adjustment Tool, with Dual 4 & 5 Prong for A1/A2 Sights

Now, we’ll be taking a look at the Lion Gears AR15/M4 Steel Front Sight Adjustment Tool. One of the things you’ll notice about this is that it has a special hole in the middle of the tool that you can use to add tools for additional torque. So if you’re having a hard time using it as a standalone, then you can add on a small tool to make the adjustment a little easier and give yourself plenty of leverage.

Sometimes, you need to be a little resourceful to make the adjustment process less difficult. Now all you need to find is a good sized torque lever. Other than that, this has the usual dual ends for prongs that will adjust to either an A1 or A2 sight. Not only is this an excellent sight adjuster for almost any AR-15 rifle, but also for M4 rifles as well. So it’s quite a versatile tool to have.

Bottom Line

The Lion Gears tools is a nice little tool that will work even better with just enough leverage thanks to the hole allowing you to use a torque lever. This will definitely come in handy if the adjustments seem a little too difficult.

But if you just want to get it out of the way, get a torque level to go with this so you can use it whenever you want. If you’re looking for a good front sight adjusting tool to have in your arsenal, look no further than the Lion Gears front sight tool.

5. Ultimate Rifle Build Front Sight Adjustment Tool - 4 & 5 Prong for Quick Elevation Adjustment

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For our last AR-15 front sight tool, we’re going to take a look at the Ultimate Rifle Build brand’s Front Sight Adjustment Tool. Of all the designs on our list for review, this one is a little slimmer than the rest' so it might be a good thing if you seem to have an issue with fitting your current sight tool and trying to adjust the sight itself.

This is a dual-end design with the prongs you’ll need for the specified sight you’re trying to adjust. Plus it’s a little long which is a good thing when you’re looking to easily press or depress the prongs. This is designed to help you adjust the elevation on your A1 or A2 sight so you can be able to hone in on your shots.

Once you get it to a certain adjustment, you’ll know that your shots will be dead on accurate and will hit the bullseye every time. Or when you’re out hunting, you’ll be able to land a kill shot exactly where you want it. Sometimes, even the slightest inch will matter most. One inch off and the kill shot may not be so instantaneous.

Aside from its adjustment ability, it has a grip in place so you can easily hold onto the tool while going about your adjustments. If you’re caught in some bad weather or if you’re hands are sweating on a hot day, you’ll still be able to take hold of the tool and be able to adjust your set properly.

Bottom Line

While it’s slim and compact, it may be easier to lose. So if you've got an empty pill bottle or something similar handy, be sure to store it away. Other than that, it works with almost any AR-15 and any other site (despite some complaints about it being oversized for some).

But other than that, it does a good job making adjustments without the prongs bending or breaking. If you’re looking for a reliable tool that you can take just about anywhere, the Ultimate Rifle front sight adjusting tool might be just what you need.