Originally Posted by JP@AK

So, this raises an interesting question (interesting to me, at least).

My .22/32 HFT has a Sheard 35-A front sight. The bead is half-round and copper color. The rear blade is U shaped. How different is this from the Paine? Also, how common is this sight arrangement on the HFT?

The serial number on this gun is 423630. I incorrectly identified it previously as 425650, so I may have the wrong ship date for it. Ralph, you should correct your database on this one. I'll let you know when I get correct shipment info from Roy.