Has anyone ever seen a "flat topped" Security Six? I have one that the previous owner converted to a round butt. Not a bad job to begin with, but after I took down a couple of high spots and polished out some file marks, it actually looks pretty decent, and feels great in the hand, even without the Trausch grips that came on it (hence the reason, I suspect, for the original butt chop.)
Since the gun has already been modified, and has some bluing wear with light freckling in spots, I'm considering using this one for a custom project. My concept involves milling off the ears on the top strap and installing a fixed or semi-fixed rear sight, such as a Bowen Rough Country. I also have a 2.75" heavy profile Speed Six barrel that I've been saving for a project like this.
If I do rework the frame as described above, will I decrease the rear sight elevation enough to regulate the sights to the shorter Speed Six barrel (understanding that I may need to install a slightly higher front sight)?
Since the gun has already been modified, and has some bluing wear with light freckling in spots, I'm considering using this one for a custom project. My concept involves milling off the ears on the top strap and installing a fixed or semi-fixed rear sight, such as a Bowen Rough Country. I also have a 2.75" heavy profile Speed Six barrel that I've been saving for a project like this.
If I do rework the frame as described above, will I decrease the rear sight elevation enough to regulate the sights to the shorter Speed Six barrel (understanding that I may need to install a slightly higher front sight)?