Custom rear sight for Rem. 700

[Hank93]

So I am building a pseudo scout rifle on a 700 action, and I'm trying to figure out what to do for a rear sight. I'm debating between modifying an a2 rear sight or an old 1903a3 rear sight. The front sight will be an Enfield Jungle Carbine reproduction. Any thoughts?

 

[indyjohn]

So I am building a pseudo scout rifle on a 700 action, and I'm trying to figure out what to do for a rear sight. I'm debating between modifying an a2 rear sight or an old 1903a3 rear sight. The front sight will be an Enfield Jungle Carbine reproduction. Any thoughts?

I have a 1903 and have a tough time with the sights. I would vote an A2 or maybe a Magpul MBUS rear.

 

[Hank93]

I have a 1903 and have a tough time with the sights. I would vote an A2 or maybe a Magpul MBUS rear.

What kind of problems are you having?

 

[indyjohn]

I guess it's a matter of training. I learned how to shoot iron sights with a round rear sight and a front post. Shooting through a triangle is a challenge.

 

[42769vette]

I guess it's a matter of training. I learned how to shoot iron sights with a round rear sight and a front post. Shooting through a triangle is a challenge.

I have the same issue. Its definitely a training issue, but its a issue I have as well. With that type of rear sight I do fine on windage, but tend to throw elevation from time to time.

 

[indyjohn]

With that type of rear sight I do fine on windage, but tend to throw elevation from time to time.

^^^^^ This exactly. I think the MBUS would look cool. And be effective.

 

[fireball168]

If you just want it to "look cool", ignore this.

If you want it to work, consider these - I've been using them for years in their various forms on practical rifles.

NECG Rear Peep Sight Weaver-Style Base Adjustable Steel Blue

PEEP SIGHT | Brownells

Brockman's Pop Up Peep Sight Winchester 70 .330 Hole Spacing Steel

 

[indyjohn]

If you just want it to "look cool", ignore this.

If you want it to work, consider these - I've been using them for years in their various forms on practical rifles.

NECG Rear Peep Sight Weaver-Style Base Adjustable Steel Blue

PEEP SIGHT | Brownells

Brockman's Pop Up Peep Sight Winchester 70 .330 Hole Spacing Steel

fb is right. The MBUS would be a total failure and you would be the laughing stock of your gun friends. Do what he says.

(No, really, after considering what would be required to make it work, it isn't practical. And, you asked a reasonable question so you deserve a reasonable answer.)