How much $ for a gunsmith to install these sights?

Wallabing · April 9, 2009, 02:11 AM

I've been shopping around for ghost ring sights for my 870 for some time now, and I'm pretty much set my eyes on these

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct...tNumber=109166

I figure out that I can epoxy on the front sights to the barrel myself, but I'll need a gunsmith to install the rear sights onto the reciever.

So how much would it cost for a gunsmith to install the rear sights only? I figure he would have to align it so it's parallel to the reciever, then drill and tap two holes to mount it on.

Whats the usual fee for this work described? Unfortunately I can only allocate $100 for the gunsmithing on my budget now , and I'm hoping the fee wont exceede that range.

RetiredLawman · April 9, 2009, 10:10 AM

Gunsmiths in my area charge $35 per hour. This job can be done in 15-20 minutes if you furnish the sights. Their minimum charge is $10. for .25 (1/4) hours .

Orlan · April 10, 2009, 05:55 AM

Look at this site could save some money, same sight with free shipping, http://www.nightvisionsales.com/prod...oducts_id=1741
I've read some post that say front sight has came off when glued maybe worth expense to have front sight soldered, and some fronts sights could require grinding to fit as well.

haiyter · April 10, 2009, 04:21 PM

Like RetiredLawman said, its generally not too expensive unless they have to cut anything. Most places charges about $50 for front and back but it all depends on the place your taking it to. Some places might do it cheaper than the other.

RetiredLawman · April 11, 2009, 01:06 PM

Center, drill, tap, screw the sights on. Maybe 15 minutes if he takes a smoke. Both front and rear sights installed, maybe 20 minutes. A decent gunsmith has the equipment to center and drill at the right place.

You'll probably be charged for 1/2 hour. I think $50 is a bit high for your job.

scorpion_tyr · April 11, 2009, 04:18 PM

I like those sights... Thanks for this posts... I might have to spend some money today

April 9, 2009, 02:11 AM	#1
Wallabing Senior Member Join Date: January 6, 2009 Posts: 113	How much $ for a gunsmith to install these sights? I've been shopping around for ghost ring sights for my 870 for some time now, and I'm pretty much set my eyes on these http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct...tNumber=109166 I figure out that I can epoxy on the front sights to the barrel myself, but I'll need a gunsmith to install the rear sights onto the reciever. So how much would it cost for a gunsmith to install the rear sights only? I figure he would have to align it so it's parallel to the reciever, then drill and tap two holes to mount it on. Whats the usual fee for this work described? Unfortunately I can only allocate $100 for the gunsmithing on my budget now , and I'm hoping the fee wont exceede that range.

April 9, 2009, 10:10 AM	#2
RetiredLawman Senior Member Join Date: March 31, 2008 Posts: 133	Gunsmiths in my area charge $35 per hour. This job can be done in 15-20 minutes if you furnish the sights. Their minimum charge is $10. for .25 (1/4) hours . Last edited by RetiredLawman; April 9, 2009 at 05:44 PM.

April 11, 2009, 04:18 PM	#6
scorpion_tyr Senior Member Join Date: November 10, 2008 Location: East Texas Posts: 1,326	I like those sights... Thanks for this posts... I might have to spend some money today __________________ “Nature intended me for the tranquil pursuits of science, by rendering them my supreme delight.” - Thomas Jefferson

April 10, 2009, 05:55 AM	#3
Orlan Junior Member Join Date: November 28, 2008 Posts: 5	Look at this site could save some money, same sight with free shipping, http://www.nightvisionsales.com/prod...oducts_id=1741 I've read some post that say front sight has came off when glued maybe worth expense to have front sight soldered, and some fronts sights could require grinding to fit as well.

April 10, 2009, 04:21 PM	#4
haiyter Member Join Date: August 30, 2007 Posts: 23	Like RetiredLawman said, its generally not too expensive unless they have to cut anything. Most places charges about $50 for front and back but it all depends on the place your taking it to. Some places might do it cheaper than the other.

April 11, 2009, 01:06 PM	#5
RetiredLawman Senior Member Join Date: March 31, 2008 Posts: 133	Center, drill, tap, screw the sights on. Maybe 15 minutes if he takes a smoke. Both front and rear sights installed, maybe 20 minutes. A decent gunsmith has the equipment to center and drill at the right place. You'll probably be charged for 1/2 hour. I think $50 is a bit high for your job.