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General discussion => Gun Building => Topic started by: R Whittington on February 23, 2018, 04:10:48 AM
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I’m build a 72 cal. Allen boxlock. The barrel is 1-1/4” tapered to 1”. 32” i’m Trying to decide on sights. I’m thinking of just an ivory bead, but I need suggestions. Thanks for your input.
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Hi Ric,
My thoughts are that form follows function, in this instance what is the primary use of your rifle, hunting squirrels [you do grow them big in OH don't you? ;) ], dangerous game, target shooting, long range...? And a factor that increasingly limits me is a set of antique eyeballs. Then there may be desires for sights that agree with historical norms. And of course I always reserve the right to "break the rules" on my own guns and just do what I want to ;D
Whatever you decide, someone here has done it and will have useful suggestions on what worked for them.
Looking forward to seeing what you come up with.
Carl
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Main use will be to just knock over big S#!t. It’s rifled 1-104”. Maybe some small game with a paper shot cup, or RB for deer. Of course squirrels are our biggest game. LOL