Lee Enfield MK4 front sight adjusting tool

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Actualy Its the tool to remove the reverse screw that holds the front sight firm.

I'm looking for the use one for a short time in the Edmonton Area, Or would anyone have one to sell?

Just thinking out loud.

Any Ideas?

Cheer Mike
 
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Improvise. Find a screwdriver with suitable diameter shaft, cut off the blade/tip, then cut a groove in the end of the shaft.
 
I Dremeled a groove in the end of a cheap Princess Auto brass punch. It had a hex shape on one end so I could put a wrench on it.
 
Takes about 10 minutes, start to finish, and you have the tool in your very own toolbox, permanent.

And it gives you a start on building up a kit of specialised tools for your rifles. You will need more, in time, but this is a really good one to start with: important, easy to make and, when you buddies see it and ask "Whaddaf**k'sDAT???", you tell them exactly what its role is. If they ask where you got it, tell them the truth: you made it just like the original Army ones from 75 years ago.

They'll think you're a genius! And, the whole time, you're plotting how to get a headstart on the NEXT tool you'll want.

Tools can be addictive, you know. Get some more and you'll just HAVE to get some more rifles to work on and then..... well, then, THEY might need tools... and the circle starts all over again.

It's fun!
 
I read one post- someone made one out of an allen wrench. I copied his idea, but haven't put it to use yet. I hope it works without buggerin up the screw. Whatever you do, don't try needle-nose pliers. lol. I also read that on the same thread. You are in Edmonton, maybe try western Gun Parts. It's worth a shot. Like you, I also wish I had the correct tool, but keeping a few extra dollars in my pocket has it's benefits too . Good luck.
 
Mine cost me 99 cents, plus 12 cents in tax and 10 minutes of actual (shudder!) WORK.

Screwdriver is easiest to work with and the plastic handle is nice: good grip and likely you won't overtighten it and you still have enough leverage to back one off if it's slightly rusted-in or if King Kong's little brother installed it.
 
Great thanks for all the suggestion, however not that macanicaly inclined, and everything I made so far I admit I'm afraid to try, just in case I "screw" it up royally... However I'll keep trying, I only have time on my hands, and you never know I might make something that will eventually work.

Cheer
 
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