I have a Taurus pt 24/7 9mm with 3 dot sights. I think the Windage needs to be adjusted but the site doesnt have I screw for it. Do I need to use a punch for that? I know that may seem like a dumb ? But I havent done it before and my Manu only tells you how to do adjustable sites. Wonder if I should buy some. Don't want to damage my gun,but would like to know how to do it myself.
Handgun site adjustment
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There are usually sight pushers available around $25-30. I'm not sure about Taurus specifically but I'm sure they're available. (or one for another brand can be used)
That would be the most precise way to do it. Of course you could just take it to a 'smith and I'm sure they'd do it for a nominal fee.
You can use a punch (I'd make sure the sight is metal), but it's less precise obviously. Guys used to use a drift to swap sights on XD's before pushers were available. Wrap the slide in a leather belt and position it in a vice.
That would be the most precise way to do it. Of course you could just take it to a 'smith and I'm sure they'd do it for a nominal fee.
You can use a punch (I'd make sure the sight is metal), but it's less precise obviously. Guys used to use a drift to swap sights on XD's before pushers were available. Wrap the slide in a leather belt and position it in a vice.
When I was searching I did see some adjusters for around 100 bucks or so. How much well a smith charge for sighting a weapon in?
Most sight pushers cost in the $100 range. I haven't ever seen any as cheap as $30.
Have you had someone else shoot the gun to make sure it's not your technique? This is a good chart for diagnosing problems:
As mentioned, the cheapest way to fix it will be to drift the sights with a hammer and punch. You could mar the sights doing that.
If you don't have night sights, I'd recommend ditching the stock sights anyway and upgrading to night sights. IME, gunsmiths charge $25-50 to install a set of sights. It sometimes makes more sense to just buy the sight pusher versus paying someone to install sights.
Have you had someone else shoot the gun to make sure it's not your technique? This is a good chart for diagnosing problems:
As mentioned, the cheapest way to fix it will be to drift the sights with a hammer and punch. You could mar the sights doing that.
If you don't have night sights, I'd recommend ditching the stock sights anyway and upgrading to night sights. IME, gunsmiths charge $25-50 to install a set of sights. It sometimes makes more sense to just buy the sight pusher versus paying someone to install sights.
That's some good info. I did have someone else shot it and he was seeing the same thing. Not saying it couldn't been us though. How far is a good distance for checking this? I thought I saw 15yds somewhere but that seems a little far.
distance matters not in that chart.
the chart becomes more useful the farther the target since you can really see where the bullets are going and what youre doing to cause it.
the chart becomes more useful the farther the target since you can really see where the bullets are going and what youre doing to cause it.
Where would be good place to buy some new sites? Where do you guys buy your stuff? Thanks
I would not use a punch or any other makeshift method to adjust the fixed rear sight. As has been said, the proper tool will cost about $100 and is usually specific to the shape of the sight. A gunsmith will charge less. No point in buying the tool unless you plan to change sights more than once.
There are so many choices in sights and where to buy them it is hard to list a single source. Try a Google search and go from there.
I know you have said that you're sure the sights are misaligned. Take careful shots from a bench rest at a close target (10 to 15 yds) and be sure that they are all consistantly off the same before making any changes. A good gunsmith should be able to check the accuracy and verify your findings before making any adjustments.
There are so many choices in sights and where to buy them it is hard to list a single source. Try a Google search and go from there.
I know you have said that you're sure the sights are misaligned. Take careful shots from a bench rest at a close target (10 to 15 yds) and be sure that they are all consistantly off the same before making any changes. A good gunsmith should be able to check the accuracy and verify your findings before making any adjustments.
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The cheapest way to fix your sight problem is to do a taurus delete, and go buy a g19 or g17.
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Not really, then he just has to buy new sights for the glock. The stock ones are terrible.
I would like a glock. I am not complaining about the taures. I have put over a thousand rounds through it without a single misfire. Would like to put adjustable night sites on it anyway. Am going back to the range next weekend and try to pinpoint the problem more. It was great tell the other day.
I did stick a bore site in it and looked good. I know that's not a great way to check but it all I can do tell this weekend. Maybe it was just us not shooting good that day. Would still like some new sites I think.
Skip the adjustable sights, IMO.
Heinie, Novak, Warren Tactical, and Ameriglo make great night sights.
Heinie Specialty Products, Inc.
TAURUS 24/7-OSS
Warren and Ameriglo don't make sights for the Taurus, though.
Thanks for the links.
Heh, well I was off a bit on the price of a pusher. It's been a few years since I last looked.
Also consider Trijicon. Use 'em for work, and they glow nicely. I bought another set for my XD 2 years ago for about $85, from Optics planet.
Also consider Trijicon. Use 'em for work, and they glow nicely. I bought another set for my XD 2 years ago for about $85, from Optics planet.
I will second the vote for Trijicon. I have them on my 1911 and my Beretta. You can send your slide to a company in MI recommended by Trijicon and have the sights mounted. That's what I did... quick and easy.
For my Glock 30SF and 21SF I am planning to get Ameriglo sights to replace the stockers.
As others have said, forget the adjustable sights.
For my Glock 30SF and 21SF I am planning to get Ameriglo sights to replace the stockers.
As others have said, forget the adjustable sights.
Just wondering what's bad about the adjustable sights?
there just isn't any point is all. might as well not half-ass it and just get a good set of night sights. you will still be able to adjust the night sights as needed
IMO adjustable sights are for target handguns used only at the range. If you want a dependable sight that will always be accurate for self defense avoid adjustable sights. A couple of bumps and they are not where you set them.
That being said, I have the factory adjustable rear sights on a Colt Gold Cup National Match 1911. It is only used at the range.
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