What became the Baughman Quick Draw front sight on .357 Magnums was first discussed and described in a letter dated December 30, 1935 to D. B. Wesson from FBI Agent, I. E. "Bill" Nitschke. The two pages of the letter are shown below. In a return letter dated January 2, 1936, Mr. Wesson tells Agent Nitschke his Magnum has been assigned Registered #753 and will have the special front sight. The .357 Magnum order form shows a drawing of the front sight by S&W who filled out the form and the shipping invoice for REG. #753 shows a drawing of the special front sight and describes it as a Sp. 1/10" lined to prevent reflection, avoid sharp corners-Fast draw.
Apparently, D. B. Wesson knew Frank Baughman and Bill Nitschke, so why Baughman received the credit for the quick draw front sight is unclear. Perhaps Agent Baughman was able to provide more orders for the new .357 Magnum?
Bill
Apparently, D. B. Wesson knew Frank Baughman and Bill Nitschke, so why Baughman received the credit for the quick draw front sight is unclear. Perhaps Agent Baughman was able to provide more orders for the new .357 Magnum?
Bill


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