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Dave Fox
04-25-2018, 03:39 PM
Restoring an original 1861-dated high-hump Richmond. Need an 1858 rear sight, preferably original. Thanks. Dave Fox

Harry Gaul
04-26-2018, 10:37 AM
I have a 1858 base but just to be sure. Do you have a picture of what you need?

True Blue and diamond Hard,
Harry
3626v

Dave Fox
04-26-2018, 03:49 PM
The key feature is the small, rounded projection centered on the front of the underside of the sight base, called a steadying pin.

Harry Gaul
04-27-2018, 06:03 PM
Dave,

I have one for sale. Just the base is $75 shipped. If I can put sight leaves in it, the price jumps to $175 shipped. Pictures later in the next day or so. Keep in touch.

True Blue and Diamond hard,
Harry
3626v

Dave Fox
04-27-2018, 10:06 PM
You've not scared me off, friend Gaul....

Harry Gaul
04-28-2018, 11:32 PM
Dave,

This is the rear sight for your 1855/1858 Richmond musket. The base alone is $75 and the total of remaining parts are $175 shipped. The parts are original.

True Blue and diamond hard,
Harry
3626v

https://imgur.com/YyDLTrz

https://imgur.com/Zuaxivt

Harry Gaul
04-29-2018, 10:33 AM
Dave,

Here is pic showing the steadying pin.

Harry


https://imgur.com/dsGqey6

Dave Fox
04-29-2018, 03:17 PM
Sending you a private message for shipping information.

Harry Gaul
05-06-2018, 10:21 AM
Sending you a private message for shipping information.

I will respond when I return Monday. Your check for $175 includes shipping and signature. Harry in Pa


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