An advantage on the buckhorn style is a farily wide field of view. But, it's what I had a picture of. How To Aim With Semi Buckhorn Sights?- [Guidelines] - Optics Hive Brand New. Great. If so, turn the adjustment screw right to move right, and left to move left. Interesting topic. Smokey Plainsman check out the sights on this rifle. goldenboy sight picture? | Rimfire Central Firearm Forum ! My September 1936 M70 was "issued" with 3/4 buckhorn rear sight. Interesting comment, Fred. I also don't know how difficult it is to change out the front sight if it's something you can do or if it requires a gunsmith. Shipping to: 23917. If you are definitely unhappy with the full buckhorn, I think the best suggestion you got was to cut the horns down on each side and create a low flat topped sight. I've seen some that the horns nearly touch. Lever Action Rifle Sponsored: Henry Repeating Arms, "Pay heed to the man who carries a single shot rifle, he likely knows how to use it.". For those who have not had the pleasure, the buckhorn sight is fitted into a dovetail slot at the rear of the barrel. Jun 5, 2011 (Edited) Tom; The only rifle I own that has a semi-buckhorn is my 336CB in 38-55. The only precise way to shoot the buckhorn is to put bead down in the bottom of V. Anything else is SO dependent upon getting a consistent picture. Replaces standard 38" dovetail rear sights on many rifles. http://americanlongrifles.org/forum/index.php?topic=864.msg8614#msg8614, http://americanlongrifles.org/forum/index.php?topic=15919.msg149714#msg149714, http://americanlongrifles.org/forum/index.php?topic=14977.msg144333#msg144333, http://americanlongrifles.org/forum/index.php?topic=6465.msg61026#msg61026, Quote from: arcticap on June 15, 2019, 10:20:22 AM, Quote from: Nemovir on June 15, 2019, 08:09:21 PM, https://www.pyramydair.com/blog/2015/11/buckhorn-sights-and-kentucky-windage/, Quote from: Smokey Plainsman on June 16, 2019, 08:07:47 AM, Quote from: Smokey Plainsman on June 17, 2019, 09:55:26 AM, Quote from: smokinbuck on June 18, 2019, 08:58:03 PM, Quote from: Nemovir on June 20, 2019, 03:07:04 PM, Quote from: Smokey Plainsman on June 15, 2019, 09:10:58 AM, Quote from: flehto on June 20, 2019, 12:44:19 AM, http://americanlongrifles.org/forum/index.php?topic=54703.0. The front has a diamond on it The rear has a diamond on it If I am not doing 6:00 hold, I want to aim at point of impact. It appears that there's documentation that at least one example of a full buckhorn rear sight was used on one of the Hawken family made guns. Now suppose you've shot above and a bit left side from the bull's eye. Even during the fad many knowledgeable shooters strongly denounced it as a bad design and the mere fact that you have to ask "where do I put the front sight" demonstrates the fact. What is the correct sight picture for a buckhorn sight? Update your shipping location. While that don't sound like "tack driving", keep in mind this is standing, open sights, and I have not been doing much shooting in over 20 years. Instead of a simple leaf with a little 'V' notch, however, it has great soaring "ears" on each side, like the antlers of a red stag - hence the name. The videos are for educational and entertainment purposes only. It may work fine for minute of deer but I have shot thousands of rabbits and no deer, and these days most of my shooting is targets and silhouette so I need something much more accurate. So in this video I . I Like Buckhorn Sights - YouTube I need help.. Cut & sight/repeat. Does anybody actually use the factory semi-buckhorn sights? Be sure to check out our gun classifieds where you can buy, sell or trade your gear. :bthumb: A family friendly forum community dedicated to rimfire firearm owners and enthusiasts. 142 Results Country/Region of Manufacture Color Condition Price Buying Format All Filters MARBLES FULL BUCKHORN REAR SIGHT 3" fits WINCHESTER MARLIN HENRY (16) $35.00 $5.00 shipping 83 sold Sporting REAR SIGHT Carbine Style FULL BUCKHORN fits WINCHESTER MARLIN HENRY $41.00 New Marble's .08" Single Step Rear Sight Elevator for buckhorn sights (9) My sympathy goes out to you and family. Correct sight picture for semi-buckhorn sights? - Indiana Gun Owners Using a full buckhorn as a ghost ring is "iffy", at best. Oct 11, 2007. How to Adjust Semi-Buckhorn Sights - YouTube Use a file or sandpaper to clean up your slot edges or you'll get a "fuzzy" sight picture. Fast on target. Usually, the buckhorns are at the rear of a metal strip about three inches long. (WooHoo!) Buckhorn Sight use question | Rimfire Central Firearm Forum Does anyone know what hunting rifles are typically sighted in for when new? The buckhorn will give you, at least, 3 different yardages. by Les Staley Fri Feb 12, 2016 10:59 am, Post For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. 86 42K views 10 years ago I took this shot about 1/2 hour before sunrise with overcast sky; this is about as low of light as I can shoot. by Les Staley Mon Feb 08, 2016 7:13 am, Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/blackbearoutdoors Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackbearoutdoorDisclaimer: All shooting (in our videos) is done at a CFO approved range with safety protocols in place. 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How to Adjust Semi-Buckhorn Rear Sights - Facebook You do not have the required permissions to view the files attached to this post. Should the front blade be in the shallow notch or should it be centered in the window formed by the "buckhorns"? Buckhorn Sights - Magzter by barbarosa54 Mon Feb 08, 2016 1:01 am, Post Ger ready folks, this turned into an incredibly overlong and rambling posting. You are using an out of date browser. 4.5 out of 5 stars. Is anyone using the full buckhorn and any pros and cons of the sight would be welcome. A Quick Guide to Buckhorn Sights - Hunting USA after shooting 650 Fed Automatch through this rifle yesterday,,my wife has officiallt claimed it and said no modifications to the sights will be allowed . Oklahoma State - #1 - GO POKES! by Griff Tue Feb 09, 2016 5:03 pm, Post Friends, I am set to receive my Tennessee Valley Muzzleloading flintlock rifle next week, my first ever custom made gun. As to the horns being a shader for the notch, that will happen only on the rare occasion that the sun strikes the sight at exactly the right angle, but you have to put up with those useless horns 24/7. Only with a flat and level rear sight do you have a good reference point to maintain consistent elevation. I like a deep v rear sight with skinny post and bead front sight. At 50 yards from the standing position, no sling, I could put 10 through the size of a softball. Enjoy banner ad-free browsing with Rimfire Central Firearm Forum Plus. Further, we observe all local, state and federal regulations. The United States doesn't have a gun control problem. How to Adjust Buckhorn Sights - Gone Outdoors To put your rifle in a stable position use vise to place it. 1: Should my sight picture be the front diamond sitting on top of the rear diamond with the point of impact on top of the two diamonds? This makes it good for me to about 150 yards which is fine for a .30-30. I sight in with the insert and then unscrew it for hunting like a ghost sight. It is fairly easy, then, to offset the front sight left or right for windage, and top to bottom for elevation. http://www.bobtuley.com/sight_picture.htm, Scopes, Sights, Rings, Mounts & Other Optics. This is with the sight elevator at the lowest position. Give it a read if you've got a few minutes. Top of the front sight level with the top of the rear sighting notch, and point of impact right on the top of the front sight. But were they used on a 20s or 30s southern mountain flinting rifle? Opens in a new window or tab. Some of the semi-buckhorns aren't too bad, if they don't cover up too much of the world out in front of you. Depending on how good you can focus on the front and rear you can modify how you sight it vertically to be more comfortable but just as long you are consistent with the sight picture once you sighted in the gun it will work. Re: Buckhorn Sights? Full buckhorn rear sights - Shiloh Rifle Forums Price: $8.99 |< First < Previous Viewing page 1 of 1 Next > Last >| 1. The ladder elevation function on the semi-buckhorn sights from Henry. The front sight should be even with the top of the "V" on the bottom portion of the buckhorn. by Griff Tue Feb 09, 2016 1:50 am, Post Funny Political Picture/Video Thread Part VIII** The other side makes this way too easy! by Nate Kiowa Jones Fri Feb 12, 2016 12:43 am, Post Full Buckhorn Sights??????? - The Muzzleloading Forum Here's my trick for measuring. Top of Page Home > Gun Parts > Sights > Rear Sights, buckhorn Track of the Wolf, Inc. 18308 Joplin St NW Elk River, MN 55330-1773 . Nemovir, the buckhorn sight pictured is almost a full circle, and our human eyes tend to find the center of a circle when looked through. by 1894 Sat Feb 13, 2016 1:57 pm, Powered by phpBB Forum Software phpBB Limited. I usually use a hacksaw blade & go slow. If your club or shooting friends allow it, Track & others have a traditional looking flat rear with a peep in it which is neat. Trying to figure out the correct way to use "semi buckhorn" sights. Better still, get a rear peep sight mounted on the tang. I didn't put a single round through my model 94 until I mounted a Williams peep on it. Les. Anyone use a full buckhorn sight? - SASS Wire Forum With the metal base that is essential for velocities of 2000 f.s. #TacticalLeprechaun Approved Gear\rAmazon Influencer Store\rhttps://www.amazon.com/shop/clovertacpro\r\rCloverTac Homepage\rShirts, Swag \u0026 More\rhttp://www.clovertac.com\r\rCloverTac On Patreon\rThe Best Perks On Patreon!\rhttps://www.patreon.com/clovertac\r\rThank you for being a loyal friend to the \rCloverTac channel! The ladder elevation function on the semi-buckhorn sights from Henry. That is one reason I wanted some advice on how to use the semi buckhorn sights as I don't want to spend a fortune on throwing ammo all around my sighting in target while trying to figure out how to use the semi buckhorn sights that Rossi for some reason used as their choice of rear sights for their Model 92. and upwards to protect the naked base, these metal-based soft lead bullets are splendid. Full Buckhorn or Semi-Buckhorn style rear sights are kinda a semi-peep and they eye will "tell" you to center the sight based on a "fuzzy" semi circle. Somthing seems amiss. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. In other news, Henry just developed what they're calling Henry TVwhich is their take on a YouTube channel devoted to guns. Login with username, password and session length. Same principle here. they seem to work well, even today & even with my 69year old eyeballs. [deleted] 4 yr. ago. Buckhorn Sights - SASS Wire - SASS Wire Forum I need to try something I can stick with all summer (and still be able to get it). I'm not familiar with the rifle, but I'm guessing you can't adjust the front sight up and down like you can with say, an AK-47. So in this video I demonstrate how practice can certainly benefit your proficiency. Second Adjustment on a Semi Buckhorn - YouTube and yes noremf,,these sights are much better than I first gave them credit for,. 44 golden boy was dead on, Won't buy another they're going downhill! Reply #3 on: June 15, 2019, 08:22:06 PM . I used my doe tag using my old 110 Savage in .30-06 with similar terminal effect. Second Media Inc., 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. Trying to figure out the correct way to use "semi buckhorn" sights. I can now see the standard sights well enough to use them. So that the front bead is down into the tiny round cut-out of the rear sight, and the bull sits on top of that? There's a small set screw near the front. Adjust the windage in the same manner -- by moving the rear sight in the direction you want the point of impact to move. When I was wearing varilux lenses I could shoot the apertures without my glasses. JavaScript is disabled. Second Media Inc., 30800 Telegraph Rd, Suite 1921, Bingham Farms, MI 48025 USA. What is your method to combat offhand wobble. I just need a signting system that will properly place a shot as using a .44 mag on the REALLY large whitetails we have in this area requires a perfectly placed shot as I sure get no thrill out of making my game linger in their demise. Semi Buckhorns are the next step up from blades and then Full Buckhorn is the next step up. But that has to be a conscious effort, otherwise your eye will simply put the top of the front sight smack dab in the middle of the circle. by Griff Fri Feb 12, 2016 11:54 am, Post For use with bead-type or . I need some help with a sight picture (semi buckhorn) A shallow v can be easily modified with a file. thanx again noremf,,I think with practice I can learn to use these sights as is and make very good hits at just about any range,. Indiana Gun Owners is the most active and largest Indiana gun community online. by Malamute Tue Feb 09, 2016 4:14 pm, Post When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. Do not attempt anything you see in this video at home. Usually, the buckhorns are at the rear of a metal strip about three inches long. May you have a blast with it. Thanks, Thanks, Griff. With peep sights I generally zero it at 75 yards. 4,994. Can't argue w/ personal preferences, but I was thinking about the sights on hunting guns. I help out with a local Shooters training course and many of the shooters that come there, regardless of age, don't know the correct way to use iron sights.