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Marbles Sight Question
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Dave M.
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September 4, 2026 - 7:06 pm
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This front sight is on a 1886, in 38-56, from 1904. It says Marbles on one side and 2 on the other.

But it doesn’t look right, with the hole in it. Your thoughts appreciated.

 

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Dave–If you have the Stroebel sight book, It is pictured on page 76 “Marbles improved front sight”. Does the gun letter? If so are sights mentioned? 

Others more knowledgeable than I will chime in..Bill

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Wow, thanks for the info. I thought maybe someone altered the sight.

I just bought the rifle, and have not sent for a letter yet.

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