Savage and iron sights

[HokieHunter]

Is it possible to remove the rear and front sights from the 10ML-II and replace them with flush screws if I don't want the front sights installed? If so, would Savage be the best source for these screws?

 

[dwhunter]

Yes but you should be able to get the screws at any gun shop that mounts scopes for their customers also. That's where I got mine and they loaded me up with different sizes. Shouldn't need any for a long while.

 

[IndianaHunter]

Yes but you should be able to get the screws at any gun shop that mounts scopes for their customers also. That's where I got mine and they loaded me up with different sizes. Shouldn't need any for a long while.

Agreed, I just call Savage for the exact size needed then find them locally.

 

[Tar-12]

Is it possible to remove the rear and front sights from the 10ML-II and replace them with flush screws if I don't want the front sights installed? If so, would Savage be the best source for these screws?

Brownells can set you up, if you have no one close locally.

 

[Gun Docc]

the screws you need are the 6-48 thread size to plug the sight holes

link:
POSITIVE STOP PLUG SCREWS

 

[Tar-12]

the screws you need are the 6-48 thread size to plug the sight holes

link:
POSITIVE STOP PLUG SCREWS

Thanks for the link.I did not realize they had the new style. I like that concept!

 

[Tar-12]

Is it possible to remove the rear and front sights from the 10ML-II and replace them with flush screws if I don't want the front sights installed? If so, would Savage be the best source for these screws?

The link that Gun Docc provided is probally what you are looking for.they come by the doz.,if you want to split a doz.let me know as I am going to do the same thing.

 

[smokit]

I melted paraffin wax in the holes.Build wax up above holes and trim off with flexable blade from throw-away razor.Looks better to me than screws.Seals holes from rust and removes with heat.

 

[RAF]

Just wondering. How does the wax stand up on a hot day with the sun beating down on it and a warm barrel from shooting at the range.

 

[smokit]

RAF,I never had a problem with it,but I'm careful with my guns.I wouldn't wipe it with a rag while it's very warm.I do cover my barrel on warm days with a slightly damp towel.One of the reasons I removed the sights was to be able to slide a towel under the scope with ease.