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August 18, 2019, 12:33 PM
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Join Date: October 10, 2002
Location: Boston, MA
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Colt DS
I'm planning on sending my gun to Cylinder & Slide in the near future. I'd like them to install a front sight but not sure which is better, just the simple white dot or the gold bead. Any thoughts on this?
Laura
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August 18, 2019, 05:46 PM
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Join Date: May 4, 2001
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The white dot will show up better under dim light conditions.
The gold bead tends to disappear in bad light. To determine which is best for you, paint a gloss white dot on a black object and polish the end of a brass rod. Compare the two under all lighting conditions and select the one that works for you the best. |
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August 19, 2019, 12:38 AM
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I prefer a gold front sight. Gold picks up natural light very well.
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August 19, 2019, 06:16 AM
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Join Date: August 13, 2001
Location: central IL
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Gold. You can always paint.
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August 20, 2019, 06:30 PM
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Join Date: April 7, 2006
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Here's my Detective Special with 14K front sight.
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August 20, 2019, 07:52 PM
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I would have installed a white insert; but that's me.
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