Daniel Defense 1.7" Fixed Backup Front Sight Aluminum Black
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Daniel Defense
Overview
The Daniel Defense 1.7" Fixed Backup Front Sight is a robust sighting solution designed for reliability and ease of use. Its fixed style ensures a consistent aiming point, while the 1.7-inch height is optimized for co-witnessing with red dot optics, providing quick target acquisition. This front sight is commonly found in carbine gas system builds chambered in 5.56 NATO, making it a favored choice for those looking to enhance their tactical setup.
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Build history on GunPartPicker
Builders have been adding the Daniel Defense 1.7" Fixed Backup Front Sight Aluminum Black to their builds on GunPartPicker since February 2026. All time, it ranks #20 of the 63 front sights builders have added.
It was in stock most days in September 2026, but today 3 of the 7 retailers we track have it in stock. It dipped to $52 at KY Gun Company for a stretch in September 2026, well under its usual $77 to $81, so sales do come around. Buying today, the lowest price is $55.99 at Optics Planet, above September's low of $52, so a better deal may come back.
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