Howdy...new member here...
Just acquired a grade 1 1889 circa 1902 with 30" barrels. Not in great shape, but, hopefully shootable.
It needs a front bead sight. Any idear the thread size? I'd like to get a nice bead for possibly shooting trap.
Appreciate any help.
Thanks!
-Brian in Salt Lake City
1889 double barrel sight bead thread size?
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Re: 1889 double barrel sight bead thread size?
Check the Brownells catalog or web site. Most today are 3/56 or 6/48. I believe Remington used a #5 screw thread. When it comes to odd sizes I use a under size and a drop of blue Locktite. It'll hold without drilling or tapping and if it has to come off a little heat will release it. A soldering iron works . Good luck. When you call Brownells ask what they recommend for the diameter of the bead. Old ones were quite small. You may want something a bit larger.