Definitely FO over paint. If this gun is used for gun games (IDPA, USPSA, ICORE) a slimmer blade (.100") will be quicker to acquire than normal width (.125") with a standard rear notch (also .125").

Once the old sight blade is removed, you will need to drill the tang of the new sight blade. Do NOT attempt to drill straight through. Using the holes in the sight base as a guide, drill from each side.

FO with a plain black target rear sight is de rigueur for competition guns. I'm using Dawson or HiViz front blades with either an LPA or Bowen Rough Country rear (the latter is preferred).

Good luck with whatever you choose to do.

Adios,

Pizza Bob

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