Disc Extreme peep sight WOES

[Harleysboss]

Now that I have my Disc Extreme 52 cal, I'm looking for a peep sight set up. Williams has the Western Precision set but it only lists the Mountaineer model. Does anyone know if this set will match up to the DE? Other suggestions? Thanks

 

[Harleysboss]

So I have an update on the peep sight situation. I have discovered that the new version of the Williams FP is definitely not compatible with the current model of the Disc Extreme. I have read about the minor filing that has been done in the past by other people to allow clearance of the bolt. I received my new sight yesterday. I mounted it on the rifle. No Go on the bolt throw. The newest version of the FP sight seems like the sight bar that the peep rides on is quite a bit larger than the original version? There’s at least. 1/6” across the width of the bar that the bolt rams into. It also makes serious contact at the corner of the bar. If that were the only place there was contact, I probably would’ve been able to file it to make it work. No dice. Here are a couple of pictures. I have ordered the WGRS version to try. Fingers crossed.

 

[Kingwalter]

From your pics harleyboss it’s hard to see. I had to file a little off the corner of the bar. Which after sighting in with the western precision globe front sight the bar was high enough that filing wasn’t necessary. That said, I have seen you around on this site for awhile now and trust that if you say it won’t work, I believe you.

 

[dozer_xj]

My mountaineer has one from a DISC . The stock had to be notched to fit. I would have figured it would have worked the other way.

 

[Harleysboss]

Yeah. It fits the stock no problem. The elevation bar is close by it clears the stock. The issue is the sight bar that goes across the top of the action. That bar covers the whole bolt handle. It’s not just a corner. I bought it thinking that I would have to file off the corner to allow the bolt to lift and clear. Not the case. It covers the whole top of the bolt. I am really bummed. Hopefully the wgrs version works.

 

[Kalalau]

You may want to call Williams G.S. The techs are very helpful.

 

[Harleysboss]

Sound advise. If the WGRS version doesn't work I will indeed. Since I've already ordered them.

 

[Kingwalter]

Sound advise. If the WGRS version doesn't work I will indeed. Since I've already ordered them.

So, this is what I was saying with after sighting in at 100yrds the “peep beam” clears the bolt by 1/8” or so. The bolt is all the way up in pic.

 

[sabotloader]

The problem exist because of the bulky size of the NEW Knight bolt. If you could find an older Knight/Lehigh bolt body, your problem would probably be solved.

I will try to up load a picture of the older bolt.

If you look you will see the different configuration of the Knight/Lehigh bolt handle.

 

[Kingwalter]

The problem exist because of the bulky size of the NEW Knight bolt. If you could find an older Knight/Lehigh bolt body, your problem would probably be solved.

I will try to up load a picture of the older bolt.

If you look you will see the different configuration of the Knight/Lehigh bolt handle.

Interesting, mine is western legal bolt.

 

[Harleysboss]

My bolt doesn't look anything like that of Sabotloaders picture. Hopefully the WGRS sight will work out. Delivery is expected on Thursday and I will have the answer.

 

[sabotloader]

Interesting, mine is western legal bolt.

Actually the bolt pictured is a western bolt also. The bolt handle configuration is the same on all Knight/Lehigh Bolt bodies.

 

[Kingwalter]

Actually the bolt pictured is a western bolt also. The bolt handle configuration is the same on all Knight/Lehigh Bolt bodies.

Good info, thank you.

 

[Harleysboss]

Here’s the current DE bolt handle. That tall shoulder point really causes clearance problems. On a positive note, SSK had the adapters in stock today so I was able to order the new BP, adapters and vent liners.

 

[Kingwalter]

Harleyboss, if you want I have a bolt that came on my disc, that clears my fp sight. I believe it’s the FPJ, it’s not legal to hunt with in the northwest so it’s no use to me. Privet message me if you want it, I will mail it to you.

 

[sabotloader]

Harleyboss, if you want I have a bolt that came on my disc, that clears my fp sight. I believe it’s the FPJ, it’s not legal to hunt with in the northwest so it’s no use to me. Privet message me if you want it, I will mail it to you.

Harleyboss, that is the bolt body that you need. You current firing pin assembly will go right in it!

Still might need to do a slight mod to the left/right bar but very easy.

 

[trickyricky]

Harleyboss, if you want I have a bolt that came on my disc, that clears my fp sight. I believe it’s the FPJ, it’s not legal to hunt with in the northwest so it’s no use to me. Privet message me if you want it, I will mail it to you.

People like this are what makes this a great forum.

 

[Harleysboss]

I Agree Fully!

 

[Harleysboss]

Update. The Williams WGRS Legend fits my Disc Ex. just fine. Not the sight that I really wanted but sometimes you gotta make lemonade outta lemons! My SSK bare primer BP and adapter shipped today so I'm getting close. Thanks for all the assistance and suggestions.