I have a model 15 without a rear sight and have found a model 66 rear sight for a reasonable price.
Are they interchangeable?
Both are pre-1980 guns.
Are they interchangeable?
Both are pre-1980 guns.
Mod 15 rear sight replacement
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Not all of the sight tangs have the attachment screw in the same spot. May have changed during time even on model 15s. But if they were built during same time frame they should exchange.
Be aware: The sight tang for snubby barrels is longer than the sights for standard 4" and above barrel lengths.
Besides the front tang mounting screw hole being moved as posted above. This happened in 1967 and the 66 didn't come out until 1970. So how much earlier than 1980 is your 15; was it produced after '67? If so, no worries.
Besides the front tang mounting screw hole being moved as posted above. This happened in 1967 and the 66 didn't come out until 1970. So how much earlier than 1980 is your 15; was it produced after '67? If so, no worries.
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Depending on barrel length, the rear sight Blade heights are different! This is to make up for shorter sight radius and different front sight heights. Measure with a caliper first to make sure they are exactly the same.
The rear sight blade can be replaced for another size however the peened adjustment screw must be broken and replaced. Not a big job but just so you know you will need new parts.
The rear sight blade can be replaced for another size however the peened adjustment screw must be broken and replaced. Not a big job but just so you know you will need new parts.
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