The TandemKross Taurus TX22 Fiber Optic Sights are one of my favorite upgrades for this pistol (after their excellent Victory trigger). While the factory sights are serviceable, they’re not great. What I really wanted was a nice, bright set of fiber optics. Light, fast, and no batteries to worry about. So I reached out to TandemKross, as they are one of the top manufacturers of Taurus TX22 accessories. Their Eagle Eye Fiber Optic Sight Set for Taurus TX 22 pistols are super easy to install, and the rear sight is full adjustable. Exactly what this pistol needs.
Taurus TX22 Fiber Optic Sights Construction and Specs
Machined from aluminum, the set weighs just 0.30 ounces. Rear light pipes are red, front are green, and both are replaceable. The front sight sits a bit taller than the factory sight, which is great for suppressor use. It’s also got some rear serrations, to cut down on glare. And the rear sight is a big upgrade over the factory sight, as it’s adjustable for both windage and elevation. It also has serrations for better visibility.
They’re compatible with first gen Taurus TX 22 and Taurus TX 22 Competition models. These models feature a large cut for a rear sight. If your slide has a narrow Glock-style rear sight cut, this won’t work.. Included in the package is the front sight, rear sight, and wrenches for installation and adjustments.
Installation of the Taurus TX22 Fiber Optic Sights
After clearing my pistol and removing the slide, I popped out the recoil assembly and barrel. That gave me access to the front sight. It unscrews from the underside of the slide. Installing the new sight was simple. Take the machine screw and brass washer, and insert them from under the slide. Carefully thread the screw into the sight base. Align the sight correctly and snug it down, but don’t overtighten it. TandemKross includes a small wrench to prevent over-torquing.
The factory rear sight has a single screw in the center. Removing that allows the sight to slide out. Slide in the TX22 Fiber Optic sight, then tighten the screws in an alternating pattern to ensure even pressure and maintain centering. As always, avoid over-tightening, but don’t leave it too loose either. And that’s it. Reassemble the slide and reinstall it on the pistol.
Adjusting the Rear Sight
In the center of the rear sight is the screw for elevation. Using the included wrench, turn it clockwise to adjust the point of impact down, and counterclockwise to move the point of impact up. On the side of the rear sight is the windage adjustment. To shift the point of impact right, turn it clockwise, or counterclockwise if you need to shift your point of impact to the left. Note that if change ammo, that could affect your point of impact, so always keep that wrench in your range bag.
Range Time with the Taurus TX22 Fiber Optic Sights
By design, fiber optic sights work really well in sunlight. Overhead light makes the light pipes stand out, so acquiring a sight picture is quick and easy. Although I have several other pistols and rifles with fiber optics, I’m still a bit surprised at how these just “pop”. The green front pipe really stands out. I did need to make some minor adjustments to the rear sight, but that was expected. Once dialed in, it was hitting to my point of aim.
Pros and Cons
I’ve been known to call the Taurus TX22 a cheap pistol. It is. It’s inexpensive, and I’m not overly impressed by the trigger or the design and finish of the internals. But they certainly seem to be reliable, and you can get one for a lot less than a Ruger, Browning, or Smith & Wesson. That low initial price leaves some room for upgrades. If you don’t want to deal with the expense of an adapter plate and an optic, this sight set is a great $79.99 upgrade. Faster sight acquisition and the adjustable rear sight make the Taurus TX22 Fiber Optic Sights worth every penny in my book.
There’s not much to fault here, but I did find one minor complaint. I’d prefer a matte finish over the slightly glossy finish these sights have. Not a dealbreaker by any means, but I felt it was worth pointing out. The sights match the trigger, charging ring, and magazine release, so they don’t look out of place. But my preference would be for a low-glare finish. The rear serrations help with that, though. So it’s not really an issue.
Conclusion
Once again, TandemKross has come up with another excellent upgrade. I’d like to thank them for sending their Taurus TX22 Fiber Optic Sights for my testing and evaluation. If you want to get your own, you can find them on the TandemKross website.