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Old March 7, 2015, 07:13 PM   #1
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ar pin punch size for front sight

I am trying to drive the pins out of an ar front sight base, cant find a pin to fit. all too big or very small. What is the correct size?
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Old March 7, 2015, 07:46 PM   #2
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I use an 1/8" nail set. It's a strong, heavy punch. The pins are tapered so once they start to move you can push them out the rest of the way with anything.
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Old March 7, 2015, 07:59 PM   #3
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As tight as those are, you need a starter punch, which is either a short straight, or tapered punch, as mentioned above. Once loose, you can push them out with a regular punch.
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Old March 8, 2015, 03:23 PM   #4
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thanks

I will try a bigger punch and a larger hammer.
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Old March 9, 2015, 01:14 PM   #5
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Just make sure you're trying to punch them out in the correct direction.
I use the picture of the Brownell's front sight block to check myself.

http://www.brownells.com/gunsmith-to...prod20727.aspx
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