I did run a search,but could not find an answer for my question. The other night I had to repel an invasion of a large aggressive raccoon that tore through the screens surrounding our pool. I managed the job with my 1977 Marlin 39A,but realized the sights I had on it certainly weren't working well. I had a williams 5D receiver sight and a .250 height firesight insert.
Could not see anything through peep,so removed aperture. Front sight fiber optic pin very small and hard to pick up.
Decided it might be best to return to the original rear sight and get a fiber optic front with a larger pin.
Then maybe top it with a red dot,as it is basically a gun for varmints.
The only rear sight I could locate for a marlin in my junk is I think from a centerfire rifle,long with a semi-buckhorn leaf. Then tried scope mount ,but it was long enough that it contacted the rear sight elevator. Also the scope mount set the red dot up a lot higher than was comfortable to sight through.
Pretty frustrated with it so decided to buy a different set of sights. I considered several rear sights,I even considered buying a Skinner sight,but the FAQ indicates there is no way he can tell which front sight will work with it.
Finally located a rear sight that was unobtrusive and seemed perfect. A Marbles folding leaf rear sight. The same as they use on a Ruger 10/22 rifle.
So after all this jabbering I have a couple questions. Can anyone tell me what height fiber front sight insert I need to use with a 10/22 rear sight? Can anyone recommend a Marlin 39A scope base that sets low on the receiver?
Will appreciate advice and suggestions as well.
Thanks For Looking