M14/M305 front sight screw

[pilgrim]

hi gents.....
need help on the size of the front sight screw.
what is the thread size??? any ideas?
maybe somebody has one spare?
thanks
regards

 

[2katz]

The USGI set screw is a 6-40 x 1/2" socket head and the allen key for it is a 3/32"

Hope that helps.

 

[t-star]

i've been able to find them at bolt supply house on occasion- maybe also someplace like universal fasteners- it's not liable to be at your local hardware

 

[pilgrim]

thanks guys
I checked today at 2 BOLTHOUSE locations ....answer: special order, 100pcs. minimum
yes, the screw is 6-40....thanks for help
I found one
regards