Ruger Mk 1 front sight removal

[oughtsix]

I need to remove front sight on a Ruger Mk1 tapered barrel.
I can get the pin out that holds the sight on. But I can't get the sight itself to move.
I have had the gun since 1966. I recently replaced the tiny rear sight with an adjustable one. The gun is shooting way high with the adjustable sight adjusted all the way down.
Ruger kindly sent me a taller front sight at no charge.
I can't get the original front sight out. I have it soaked in Kroil right now.
Any other ideas, like some heat from a heat gun, etc.
Thanks for any advice!!!












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[AZ Pete]

heat it up a little. That should help the kroil penetrate.


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[contender1]

I would try a brass punch, the same diameter as the width of the blade, and from the front of the blade, give it a few taps. Then, go to the back of the blade and give it a few taps. With Kroil, and gentle tapping,, it should loosen and become easier to get out. Sometimes alternating from front to back a few times can be necessary.

[oughtsix]

heat it up a little. That should help the kroil penetrate.


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I'll give it a try!
Thank you!!!!

[oughtsix]

I will give it a try also!!
I will let you know!
Thanks!!