Need some help with 1911 rear sight adjustment in Philly area

[mythaeus]

For some odd reason, my Kimber's rear sight drifted significantly to the right and I can't "push" it back. My range doesn't have a 1911 smith and I am not sure if I want to drop $80 - $120 on a sight tool. If you have the tool or can adjust it and live in the Philly area and don't mind helping, please let me know. Thanks.

Al

[pacomdiver]

pick up a set of brass punches and drift it back yourself, its not hard just dont hit it hard so it moves slowly untill you get it back where you want it, then hit it with a center punch along the top of one of the dovetails so it doesnt move again

[mythaeus]

Originally Posted by pacomdiver

pick up a set of brass punches and drift it back yourself, its not hard just dont hit it hard so it moves slowly untill you get it back where you want it, then hit it with a center punch along the top of one of the dovetails so it doesnt move again

Thanks for the advice. I was pondering the option, but didn't want to risk it. I'll give that a shot.

Al

[knight0334]

Remember Happy Gilmore... Just tap it in... Juuuust taaaappp it in...

[gunfixer199]

The advice given by mythaeus is right on. but if you are not use to doing this type work on a 1911 please be careful not to mare the firearm.

[Lycanthrope]

I use a small piece of leather or cloth as not to get brass marks on the sight.


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[mythaeus]

Just in case someone may find this on a search, I was able to fix the sight as suggested with a roll pin punch. I had to unscrew the screw with a 1.5mm hex first. A few quick tap and it's back to normal, tightened the screw, no scratches. Went to the range, 50 rounds through on the money, no movement whatsoever.

Al