CZ858 Front Sight Removal

Hunter1970

Hunter1970

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After removing the two small pins on the front sight - how does it separate from the barrel? Does it thread off, or does it slip into place? Mine doesn't seem to want to budge. Any help would be appreciated.:redface:
 
It does look like the paint has sealed to the barrel through the cut outs on the sight. I tried to cut the paint in these places and knock it with a soft mallet - still with no luck. :( I'll have to try the torch next... :eek:
 
I wouldn't hit it with a torch - it's a little overkill. I did it without a torch. Just hit it with a mallet. Hold the receiver with a vice with soft grips and a few shop towels so all the mallets energy gets transfered in moving the front sight.

Patience is key :) Once you break the paint's grip on the sight, it will budge.
 
I just tapped mine off with a mallet. Came off fairly easy if I remember correctly. Like most milsurp firearms, fit and function will vary however. It may need a little persuading.
 
You need a bigger fix-it hammer!
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After finally getting the front sight off (they really build up the coating of paint!) the latest incarnation is almost finished - I still need a few other pieces,CTR rear stock, maybe an AVG and the yet to be released NEA gas-block/front sight combo. I'm also contemplating shortening up a couple of the neutered mags for a more compact feel. More non-restricted goodness.

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