expat_alaska
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You guys are the best and that's why I continue to rely on your expertise.
I am still entertaining a Dragoon-type half-octagon/half-round barrel
http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=788834&highlight=1849+Pocket+Dragoon+Barrel
using a Uberti 1849 Pocket Pistol w/4" barrel. I would like a 5" but I have never seen one. I don't own any Uberti's, Pietta does not make one, and I don't want to take any chances on a used ASM with possible action problems.
I can strip the barrel of the load lever/rammer and drift out the lever catch and have my machinist neighbor turn the barrel. Easy squeezy.
Question: how is the pin post front sight removed? Is it pressed or threaded?
I would hope it is threaded as I should be able to obtain a replacement from VTI or Taylors.
If pressed, it would have to be drilled out and a piece of brass brazing rod (or another Uberti sight) silver-soldered in place.
Any suggestions appreciated and thanks in advance!
Jim
I am still entertaining a Dragoon-type half-octagon/half-round barrel
http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=788834&highlight=1849+Pocket+Dragoon+Barrel
using a Uberti 1849 Pocket Pistol w/4" barrel. I would like a 5" but I have never seen one. I don't own any Uberti's, Pietta does not make one, and I don't want to take any chances on a used ASM with possible action problems.
I can strip the barrel of the load lever/rammer and drift out the lever catch and have my machinist neighbor turn the barrel. Easy squeezy.
Question: how is the pin post front sight removed? Is it pressed or threaded?
I would hope it is threaded as I should be able to obtain a replacement from VTI or Taylors.
If pressed, it would have to be drilled out and a piece of brass brazing rod (or another Uberti sight) silver-soldered in place.
Any suggestions appreciated and thanks in advance!
Jim