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Anyone know or have a pre war 32WS carbine with a lettered smokeless rear sight?
I saw one on a carbine that looked better than the standard folding ladder 44c but wondered if the application was not suitable.
Thanks
AG
April 15, 2005
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It has been my observation that the Smokeless sight was used on the Sporting Rifles versus the Carbines. I do not believe that I have verified a 32 WS Carbine with the Smokeless sight.
Bert
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
January 26, 2011
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I don’t believe I’ve ever seen one on a carbine.
~Gary~
Thanks Bert & Gary. I’ll put that thought to rest. Appreciate the replies.
AG
January 26, 2011
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I used to think they were ugly, but on some guns they look good, and add some character. Here’s one on a shortie I have that compliments the rifle, in my opinion.
~Gary~
November 1, 2013
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AG said
I’ll put that thought to rest.
And pass up (possibly) a rare special order carbine? Maybe one of a kind…?
clarence said
AG said
I’ll put that thought to rest.And pass up (possibly) a rare special order carbine? Maybe one of a kind…?
Well since you put it that way Clarence ok, I’m on the hunt…lettered of course lol.
AG
July 8, 2012
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Hey Gary,
That’s one nice short rifle. I agree, the smokeless sight looks good on it.
Al
September 22, 2011
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I have a .32 Special rifle with an octagon barrel and a .32 smokeless rear sight in nearly 100% condition. Classic and I like it a lot. Not sure why this rifle and the .32 Special round would be inherently unpopular.
mrcvs said
I have a .32 Special rifle with an octagon barrel and a .32 smokeless rear sight in nearly 100% condition. Classic and I like it a lot. Not sure why this rifle and the .32 Special round would be inherently unpopular.
Any pics mrcvs ?
September 22, 2011
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Okay I’ll get some. Might take a few months though. Keep posted.
mrcvs said
I have a .32 Special rifle with an octagon barrel and a .32 smokeless rear sight in nearly 100% condition. Classic and I like it a lot. Not sure why this rifle and the .32 Special round would be inherently unpopular.
Although the 38-55 is the most in demand & the 32-40 the scarcest, 32 is my fav.
AG
January 27, 1992
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Just a note of interest, the 32 W.S. sight does not come in contact with the barrel and will not leave a mark on the upper side of the barrel. If the top of the barrel shows a wear mark that would suggest that another sight was installed at some time. Roger B.
May 24, 2012
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pdog72 said
I used to think they were ugly, but on some guns they look good, and add some character. Here’s one on a shortie I have that compliments the rifle, in my opinion.
My thoughts exactly, but your rifle here looks great with it. I do like the caliber.
James
January 26, 2011
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Thanks guys. That rifle is also a good example of a letterable 22″ with the longer wood. Another Cody Show acquisition from last year. Maybe its the short 2/3 magazine and the shape of the sight that add to the aesthetics.
~Gary~
Instead of starting a new thread I think I can throw this in on this one. Anybody know how rare or often carbines would’ve came special ordered with tang sights?
Did owners regularly install them on carbines? I don’t generally see a lot of carbines with them.
AG
