Better sights for Plains Pistol

[Junior1942]

I installed a set of Lyman European dovetail muzzleloader rifle sights on my Plains Pistol this afternoon. They fit just fine after a little safe file work. The white bead front and elevation adjustable white triangle rear are MUCH easier to see in dim light. I'll zero the pistol in the morning maybe.

 

[theoldredneck]

Getting older is a wonderful thing. Some of the things that come with it are not and being able to see sights can be a challenge. I have opened the rear sight slot and painted a lot of front sights with the high viz paints and nail polish. Trifocals with a very low power upper or very low mag reading glasses help with sights but not the target. Wish you well with your sight change.

 

[Junior1942]

The new front sight is too short. Replacement on order.

 

[Junior1942]

The new front sight is too short. Replacement on order.

I used a 1/8" round file and slightly lowered the rear sight notch. The pistol is now zeroed perfectly 1 1/2" high @ 20 yds.