Truglo XTreme Universal Sight

Product Review by Mike Bell, PSP Field Staff

COST
Purchased this item online for $45.99

PRODUCT FEATURES

• Rifle sight system designed to attach securely to the rib of your shotgun


• All metal construction


• Choice of 2 rear sight blades (the ghost ring, or the regular V style back blade)


• Bright fiber optics (front diameter .060 rear diameter .029)


• Fully adjustable for windage and elevation

PERSONAL ASSESSMENT
There are several reasons that I use this sight on my turkey gun, but the most important is how easy it is to adjust.  My shotgun, for whatever reason, has shot 3 inches right and a couple inches high at 30 yards since I bought it several years ago.  I’ve had other people shoot the gun and ran several different loads and choke tubes in my gun but came up with roughly the same result. This product enables me to make fine adjustments to ensure my pattern is going exactly where I’m aiming.  The sights make it easy to acquire your target and are designed to allow you to aim rather than point your shotgun.  I also like the fiber optics on my gun which allows me to see my sights and target more clearly.  They glow well even in low light conditions, such as an overcast day or in areas with heavy tree cover.  Durability was an initial concern but after a couple seasons hunting, I haven’t had an issue.  I’ve found these sights are designed to take the punishment turkey hunting can put on equipment year after year.

PRODUCT LIMITATIONS
A couple limitations come to mind associated with the Truglo Xtreme Universal Sight.  The universal design which will fit most ventilated rib shotguns, can be a slight challenge to put on your firearm.  The pieces of both the front and back sight are small including very small screws (allen head), but most anyone can put these sights on themselves.  They are extremely solid once in place and tightened on your shotgun.
If you use your shotgun for other types of hunting such as goose or on the clay field, you will probably need to remove these rifle style sights.  Though I’ve never tried it, I can’t imagine these sights would be good for pointing and fast wing shooting.
Finally, a minor concern is the fiber optic in the front sight is somewhat exposed, and could possibly break if hit hard.  I don’t believe this happens often and has never happened to me.

RECOMMENDATION
I would recommend this product to any turkey hunter.  For very little cost, you can greatly enhance the accuracy of both you and your gun.  I know having these sights on my turkey gun has given me a great amount of confidence when it comes time to pull the trigger.  Turkey hunting is a sport that has never come easy to me, so when I work a gobbler close, I want to be prepared to make the shot count.  Truglo sights shine bright, are very durable, and the adjustability on them are second to none.