smith and wesson sights

Doctor Larry K · 04-23-2008, 06:08 PM

The factory sights on my new S&W 1911 are calibrated terrible. I need a much taller front sight (3" HIGH POI at 25 yards) the the rear sights need to be moved to the right to accomodate a 3" difference between POA and POI. Worst out of the box sights I have ever experienced.

Can anyone recommend a good afternarket sight that will make the necessary corrections. I don't want to go to lazer grips sights at this point in time. My dealer thinks his lazer sighting "machine" can make a big improvement over what I have now and I may take the pistol to him Thurs or Friday.

I've been pistolshooting for 50+ years and this is the worst shooting pistol I have ever owned or shot. I go to the range once a week and was embarassed with last weeks results.

Any suggestions would be appreciated !!

Doc

Cyrille · 04-23-2008, 06:18 PM

Can't help you, but I do comisirate nwith you. I've written S&W twice asking for advice on a scope and mount question---- still waiting for an answer! It's been three weeks or a month since the first letter.

Clem321 · 04-24-2008, 07:50 AM

Look in Brownell's catalog. They have front sights of varying heights that should go in your dovetail.

Brownells - World's Largest Supplier of Firearm Accessories, Gun Parts and Gunsmithing Tools

Asphalt Cowboy · 04-24-2008, 05:35 PM

Give Nolan or Tracy at Wichita Arms a call and ask about their 70/80 rear sight. Their dedication to quality and precision takes a back seat to no one. That and their just doggone good people.
Product Descriptions

madcratebuilder · 04-25-2008, 08:08 AM

Fusion firearms sell some very nice fiber optic front sights for the 1911 frame.
Sights:Front Sights

Jimbo Indy · 04-25-2008, 01:52 PM

There are all sorts of after market sights for 1911's. My personal favorates for target type are LPA or Millet. Get a front/rear set. Of course there is always Novak or Bo-Mar for combat type sites.

04-23-2008, 06:08 PM	#1
Doctor Larry K Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Palm Springs, Calif. Posts: 428	smith and wesson sights The factory sights on my new S&W 1911 are calibrated terrible. I need a much taller front sight (3" HIGH POI at 25 yards) the the rear sights need to be moved to the right to accomodate a 3" difference between POA and POI. Worst out of the box sights I have ever experienced. Can anyone recommend a good afternarket sight that will make the necessary corrections. I don't want to go to lazer grips sights at this point in time. My dealer thinks his lazer sighting "machine" can make a big improvement over what I have now and I may take the pistol to him Thurs or Friday. I've been pistolshooting for 50+ years and this is the worst shooting pistol I have ever owned or shot. I go to the range once a week and was embarassed with last weeks results. Any suggestions would be appreciated !! Doc

04-24-2008, 05:35 PM	#4
Asphalt Cowboy Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: A one horse town in E.Kansas. Posts: 305	Give Nolan or Tracy at Wichita Arms a call and ask about their 70/80 rear sight. Their dedication to quality and precision takes a back seat to no one. That and their just doggone good people. Product Descriptions __________________ Yes, I Ride A Motorcycle. I Have To, It's Cheaper Than A Shrink.

04-25-2008, 08:08 AM	#5
madcratebuilder Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Northern Orygun Posts: 593	Fusion firearms sell some very nice fiber optic front sights for the 1911 frame. Sights:Front Sights __________________ The difference between a hot dog and a weenie is a fine line.....

04-23-2008, 06:18 PM	#2
Cyrille Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: South Louisiana Posts: 1,851	Can't help you, but I do comisirate nwith you. I've written S&W twice asking for advice on a scope and mount question---- still waiting for an answer! It's been three weeks or a month since the first letter.

04-24-2008, 07:50 AM	#3
Clem321 Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 62	Look in Brownell's catalog. They have front sights of varying heights that should go in your dovetail. Brownells - World's Largest Supplier of Firearm Accessories, Gun Parts and Gunsmithing Tools

04-25-2008, 01:52 PM	#6
Jimbo Indy Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 75	There are all sorts of after market sights for 1911's. My personal favorates for target type are LPA or Millet. Get a front/rear set. Of course there is always Novak or Bo-Mar for combat type sites.