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Posted: 4/20/2021 9:54:12 AM EDT
I'm looking to get the Skinner Express rear and brass front sight, for my Marlin 1894 in 357. Just wondering what height others have seen work for ~100yd shooting. Yes, I'm aware everyone's loads will vary, but I can get a consensus. Not that I couldn't buy the tallest and keep shaving it down, but if I could narrow down a common height range, well...
Link Posted: 4/20/2021 10:12:14 AM EDT
[#1]
FOR MARLIN LEVER ACTION RIFLES

THESE ARE OUR SUGGESTED FRONT SIGHT HEIGHTS (ramp mount) FOR  SKINNER APERTURE RECEIVER SIGHTS:

Due to variables beyond our control we cannot guarantee these to be correct for your

specific rifle.  These are averages based on measurements and customer experiences.)

These heights are on the TALL end and will allow you room to trim with a file to an exact fit.
ALL HEIGHTS ARE MEASURED FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE DOVETAIL TO THE TOP OF THE SIGHT.

After trimming use SKINNER BLUE  to touch up the top of your sight.)

39 .22lr  = .400"
1894 .44 Magnum w/20" Barrel = .450"
1894 .357 Magnum w/18" Barrel = .500"
1895 Guide Gun and 20" 45-70 = .400" - .500"   (wide variations in loads)
1895 45-70 W/ 22" Barrel = .450 - .500"
336 30-30 w/20" barrel = .500"  (LeverEvolution Ammo tends to impact higher)
336 35 Rem w/20" barrel = .500"
444 Marlin w/20" barrel = .450 - .500"
MXLR Series (same rear sights as 1895/336) = .500"

Technical info link

Skinner
Link Posted: 4/20/2021 10:49:58 AM EDT
[#2]
@wildearp
Hmmm, thanks.
I guess I didn't scroll far enough down the page. I read the FAQ page and the sight height post went the opposite direction. A hyperlink there would've been helpful. But, nonetheless, that helps.

Did anyone use this guide and find they didn't have enough elevation (or too much, I guess)?
Link Posted: 4/21/2021 11:25:37 PM EDT
[#3]
I bought the tall blade and just filed it down to the proper height. With a good file it’s quick work, it’s very easy to take too much.
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