My first attempt at gun modification was a success!

Discussion in 'Firearms' started by mzmtg, Apr 14, 2007.

  1. Apr 14, 2007 #1
    mzmtg

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    I installed a set of TFO sights on my USP. I used nylon punches from Brownell's.

    It was quick, easy, and I managed not to break anything in the process!

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  3. Apr 14, 2007 #2
    Rammstein

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    Nice. I've been meaning to do that myself.
     
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  5. Apr 15, 2007 #3
    Mike from Philly

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    Congrats. Sights are the best upgrade you can make on a firearm.

    I usually use a 2x4 and sledge hammer. Seriously, it works. Of course, I only do it on GLOCKs. There is something symetrical about using a sledge hammer on a GLOCK.
     
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  6. Apr 15, 2007 #4
    mzmtg

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    The front sight came off pretty smoothly. The rear moved about 1/16" and then didn't want to budge.

    I gave it a really hard whack and the little sucker flew across the garage :shock: :D
     
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  7. Apr 16, 2007 #5
    Malum Prohibitum

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    Was the gun in a vice?

    Link to the sights?
     
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  8. Apr 16, 2007 #6
    mzmtg

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  9. May 13, 2007 #7
    mzmtg

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    [​IMG]
     
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  10. May 13, 2007 #8
    legacy38

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    Nice pic. Are the fiber optic pieces replaceable?
     
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  11. May 13, 2007 #9
    mzmtg

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    No, they are "molded" into the metal. Different colors are available, though.
     
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  12. May 13, 2007 #10
    legacy38

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    Are they protected well enough that breakage won't be a concern?

    I have F/Os on two of my target pistols, but I can easily slip in new pieces if need be. I can also change the size of the dot.
     
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  13. May 13, 2007 #11
    mzmtg

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    Yes, as you can see, they are only exposed from the top.
     
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  14. May 13, 2007 #12
    Rammstein

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    nice.


    Those are what I plan to put on my 19.....one of these days.
     
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  15. May 14, 2007 #13
    legacy38

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    Would you post a side view of the sights?
     
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  16. May 14, 2007 #14
    mzmtg

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    Yes, yes I would:

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  17. May 14, 2007 #15
    legacy38

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    Thanks. That answered a lot of questions for me as I had only seen rear view pictures of them. Those should be sturdy enough for carry.
     
    legacy38, May 14, 2007
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