Can't find a Rear sight...Gonna File!

[DanChamberlain]

That's 6 shots at 15 yards! The Single Six is from the very early 60s and in pristine condition. It shoots high. That target is actually shot holding 4 inches below the paint at another paint dab. I want to shoot squirrel, rabbits and such critturs...but I don't like to estimate.

Ruger will install another sight...but they won't do it without converting it. I have exhausted trying to find another rear sight to file so I can leave the original alone.

Unless someone talks sense into me...I'm gonna file!!!!!

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[flatgate]

Have you done the math regarding your Single-Six's sights?
I wonder if there's enough rear sight to work with......

I'd consider a different/modified front sight. I've seen them built up with a variety of materials. One could also simply make a new, taller sight, too.

JMHO,

flatgate

 

[DanChamberlain]

I was thinking about that as well. Perhaps a slight notch into which a brass wire could be brazed or soldered. It could be filed flat forming a square bead. The brass color might make it easier to see under certain lighting.

Dan

 

[Snake45]

Have you done the math regarding your Single-Six's sights?
I wonder if there's enough rear sight to work with......

flatgate

I agree. I just did some quick math and figure you'll need to take about .060 off the rear sight to bring that down. That's quite a lot on such a small sight.

That old gun looks too nice to permanently modify. I have a Llama .22 autopistol that was shooting even higher than that. I built up the front sight with J-B Weld epoxy till I got it shooting point of aim. The J-B Weld has held up nicely, even with it being on a slide that's ramming back and forth. Why not try something like that? The best part is it would be removable if you ever wanted to.

 

[cellar701]

If you do want another rear sight to modify, I believe Brownells has them in stock:

http://www.brownells.com/.aspx/pid=12030/avs%7CManufacturer_1=RUGER/Product/REAR_SIGHT__FIXED

shipping for a single item like this can be pricey, but looks like they have the sight in stock.

I'm with Flatgate on how much you'll need to move things - I'd start with some JB weld or similar on the front sight, see how far things need to go and then make some decisions.

 

[Cracker-American]

I have used the JB Weld on the front sight of two of my Blackhawks, with great success.

I recommend it highly.

 

[CraigC]

Just get yourself another.....

http://www.brownells.com/.aspx/sid=28706/pid=12030/Product/XR03500_REAR_SIGHT__FIXED_SIGHT

PS, you can always knock the front sight off and replace it with the screw-on ramp they used on the Bisley models.

 

[Fox Mike]

I have used the JB Weld on the front sight of two of my Blackhawks, with great success.

I recommend it highly.

I too have used this method to increase the front sight height on my reproduction Colt .44 black powder revolver. So far I have had no problems. You make it higher than you figure you need it and file it off as you sight it in.

 

[DanChamberlain]

Pictures?

Dan

 

[americal]

I just would not mess with a fine boxed om Ruger in 2011 :!: just not that many around as good as that gun--I would buy an adjustable sight gun to use & sell that one or put it up ----- just my feelings :)

 

[DanChamberlain]

I know what you mean, but I've never...ever had a Single Six with adjustable sights, that shot that good! It shoots like a target pistol.

Dan

 

[don44]

I have used JB weld on revolvers myself. It works real good.

 

[Larry from Bend]

I used JB Weld on a BearCat that shot too high and waaaay off to the right. I raised the front sight and widened it to .12". That, and some filing on the side of the rear notch, made POA and POI coincide and made the sights much easier to see.

 

[Kevin]

I agree, I know I would use a file, and then regret it for years. Yes, it's happened. If Ruger does convert an old model, don't they return the parts? This seems less invasive than filing the sight.

 

[mjpchief]

If you send the gun to Ruger without the internal parts in the gun will they replace the front sight or does the gun have to be complete?

 

[CraigC]

I just would not mess with a fine boxed om Ruger in 2011 :!: just not that many around as good as that gun--I would buy an adjustable sight gun to use & sell that one or put it up ----- just my feelings :)

You wouldn't modify a $5 easily replaceable part???

 

[butcherboy1985]

DanChamberlain: or anyone else who is considering sending there OM single six in for a taller front sight.

i have the same sight setup as DanChamberlain. i called and emailed asking if they have a taller front sight for the om single sixes (mine happens to be a '72 model) they assured me they do and would have a tech guy look at it and call me.

well, i got the gun back yesterday and a phone call this morning.
heres the quoted note from the reapir packing slip:

This is the only front sight available for this model gun.

and the phone call summary: if you require a taller front sight seek a local gunsmith, ruger does not offer drilling and tapping for new front sights for this model.

basically if you want a taller front sight you need to figure it out.

just wanted fellow forum members to be aware of this.

on a positive note: i paid nothing, no shipping, and all the internal parts were returned and replaced. even the main spring strut. and igot new grips too.

kentucky windage is your friend in this case , along with practice.

 

[flatgate]

The last time I looked at the "instructions" one can still remove the original lockwork prior to shipping to Ruger for work.

Now, one question I have is.....does Ruger actually have a taller front sight blade? I don't think so, but, I may be in error.

If it was my gun I'd dig in my parts box and pull out another rear sight blade and file off the 0.060" and recut the notch and install it on the receiver.

JMHO,

flatgate

PS I surfed ahead and read the rest of the posts. I stand by my statement.

 

[butcherboy1985]

here is my question to ruger: i sent this on 4-1-2011.

i have an OM single six convertible 22/22mag. with blade front. dovetail rear. its pressed in i was wondering if you make a taller front sight that i can replace it with.
thanks for the help.

and their Response:
We do have different height blades.

and like i said as of yesterday not true.

so i have a few rear sights. im going to try filing them. correct me if im wrong
but ... you file the "ears" of the sight and then recut the notch?( i recently did a front sight on my mosin so pardon the ears reference)

 

[flatgate]

Yup. A lot of trial and error, however, I'd begin with lots of measuring and also review the "required" change via checking your Math.

:D

flatgate

 

[louiethelump]

Have you considered moving the target back to 25 yards where the sights are probably regulated and seeing where it hits there? As an alternative, have you tried Stingers or one of the high speed light bullet rounds. That should bring it down too........................

Just a couple of thoughts.................

 

[unter1]

I made another new front sight for mine last week. I believe it was .093 thick. Have not yet shot it but will file it down when I get a chance to. The one I made years ago for it was stainless and I thought it looked bad.

You could remove the front sight and save it.

That rear sight is awful short....

 

[steveinaz]

Have you considered moving the target back to 25 yards where the sights are probably regulated and seeing where it hits there? As an alternative, have you tried Stingers or one of the high speed light bullet rounds. That should bring it down too........................

Just a couple of thoughts.................

That was my thought also. Try to regulate it with ammo.