What kind of sight is this on my Richmond Carbine?

[Maillemaker]

Hi,

I want to re-do the sight leaves on my Richmond Carbine. I think this is called an M1855 sight, but I am not sure. I want to order the right thing.

http://i.imgur.com/lg3f1vul.jpg

I think this is what I need:

http://ssfirearms.com/proddetail.asp?prod=58S147
(http://ssfirearms.com/proddetail.asp?prod=58S147)
http://www.lodgewood.com/L-Leaf-Peep-Sight-Blank-Drill-Your-Own-Peep_p_895.html

Also, where do you get those sight drilling fixtures from?

Thanks,
Steve

[John Holland]

Steve - Your rear sight base is properly a "M - 1858 Rifle Musket". Although it is commonly called a M - 1855 Rifle Musket rear sight. The blank "L" leaves you have linked to are both OK to use.

[Maillemaker]

Thanks John!

Steve