I just remember AndyC having the devil's own time to try and get a new front sight to fit the dovetail on his RIA. I believe he was ultimately successful, but it was more involved than just a casual sight swap.Pawpaw wrote:That I do not know. Mine have staked front sights. On the compact, I had the sights replaced with Trijicon night sights. Easy as can be. (Of course, I had someone else do the work for me.The Annoyed Man wrote:Do they still use odd-sized front-sight dovetails?Pawpaw wrote:In your price range, don't overlook Rock Island Armory pistols, imported from the Philippines by Armscor.
They're very well made and include a lifetime warranty.
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- Thu Jul 20, 2017 2:36 pm
- Forum: General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion
- Topic: The 1911 plunge
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Re: The 1911 plunge
- Thu Jul 20, 2017 8:37 am
- Forum: General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion
- Topic: The 1911 plunge
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That nails it down right there. I can recommend Kimber, their "carry" line has alloy frames for weight savings, and their 2-tone guns look real nice. Plus, their customer service is very good.Jusme wrote:If you're still looking, Grabagun has the Kimber pro carry, two tone, for $669.00
- Thu Jul 20, 2017 8:35 am
- Forum: General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion
- Topic: The 1911 plunge
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Re: The 1911 plunge
Do they still use odd-sized front-sight dovetails?Pawpaw wrote:In your price range, don't overlook Rock Island Armory pistols, imported from the Philippines by Armscor.
They're very well made and include a lifetime warranty.