WNC Seabee
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I have a beautiful S&W model 17-4. Not a handling mark on it. Original target grips in "as new" condition. I do not have box/papers for it, but it is as close to 100% as you'll find. I've seen these listed on gunbroker for 6, 7 even $800.
Problem is, I really like to shoot it. It's incredibly accurate, way more accurate than me and I just have fun with it. So, I know I'm already harming the value with every shot.
Would I be insane to paint the sights? I have a hard time with the black front sight, black target at my indoor range. I'd like to paint the rear sight white and paint the front red.
I did this with a beat up Model 14 ((finish is beat up, mechanically it's rock solid) and my groups improved considerably.
Problem is, I really like to shoot it. It's incredibly accurate, way more accurate than me and I just have fun with it. So, I know I'm already harming the value with every shot.
Would I be insane to paint the sights? I have a hard time with the black front sight, black target at my indoor range. I'd like to paint the rear sight white and paint the front red.
I did this with a beat up Model 14 ((finish is beat up, mechanically it's rock solid) and my groups improved considerably.