870 Sight Bead

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The Rattler
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870 Sight Bead

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I own a 1966 Wingmaster that for which I refurbished the wood. Now, I plan to Durablue the metal.

I need to remove the front sight bead, but it is proving to be difficult. I have been unable to make it move wth a pair of needle nose pliars.

Does it in fact unscrew? I've seen a specialized tool for installing front sight beads. A Midway video suggests using heat from a hair dryer. Will that help on this old Wingmaster? Should I use a penetrating oil like Kroil? Will I likely damage the bead in the removal process? Is it practical to cover such a small item with masking tape, instead of removing it?

Before I go farther I would like the more experienced input from the members here.

Thanks.
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Virginian
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Re: 870 Sight Bead

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If it is pressed in there should be a mark on the blued area adjacent to the bead. It should be stainless or "nickel silver" and not take bluing in any event.
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The Rattler
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Re: 870 Sight Bead

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That's valuable information, Virginian. Thanks.

Does anyone have ideas on the other questions?
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Re: 870 Sight Bead

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The Rattler wrote:That's valuable information, Virginian. Thanks.

Does anyone have ideas on the other questions?
Based on Virginian's response/information, you should not have to remove the sight.......consequently, you have all of your questions answered.
Leave it in and everything will be just fine.


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The Rattler
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Re: 870 Sight Bead

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You are most correct. I did not focus upon the last part of Virginian's reply. Please accept my apologies.

The coating I will useful is Durablue, a version of Duracoat, that is applied by spraying. I do not have hot bluing equipment and prefer not to use cold bluing. I will contact the manufacturer of Durablue and confirm that it will not adhere to the metal of the bead.

I very much appreciate these replies. Thanks for helping.
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