perry owens wrote:You can get the sights from Buffalo Arms - http://www.buffaloarms.com/browse.cfm/4,6921.html
They are available in different heights.
Perry Owens

FYI...I ordered the Lyman 21A today. I will post up again as soon as it is installed....it looks like it will be perfect!

Thanks again!

I am ready to take her out and shoot, but I am hesitant as I had read somewhere that the older rifles do not like smokeless powder, too much pressure. Any credence to this? Welcome to the fire! 1911's, SAA's and leverguns?. ...... you are right at home here. With regard to smokeless in your 32-20, ...

You can get the sights from Buffalo Arms - http://www.buffaloarms.com/browse.cfm/4,6921.html They are available in different heights. Perry Owens Those are perfect! Exactly what I am looking for! My attempts to find an original '73 sight have been in vain. I figure since the front sight is not fact...

Thanks again for the tips! I have a few boxes of Winchester White Box so it sounds like I should be OK. Now if it would just stop raining!!!

Thanks to both of you! Yes, she is a very fine piece of history. Just the idea that she was built BEFORE the turn of the 20th century is mind boggling, given her condition. I am ready to take her out and shoot, but I am hesitant as I had read somewhere that the older rifles do not like smokeless pow...

Colt, Springfield Armory, STI, are the first companies that come to mind...

Excellent information and advice, sir. Thank you! I could see what is supposed to be happening and I could also determine the hook wasn't engaging the stop. So, a new stop should eliminate this issue, yes? If so, I have found several places that offer the part. You also stated it needs to be fitted ...

Edit: Ooops, yep, WELCOME to THE Forum! My '73 is stittin' in my safe and I'm several states removed; but, ISTR there's simply a hook on top of the extractor that pulls the dust cover back as the bolt is drawn to the rear. Check with Jack First. His info and other sources can be found @ Winchester ...

Pics of the old girl...

Hello! I have been viewing the boards as a guest for a while now and I decided to join the party. I am a huge fan of all firearms, with a special place in my heart for 1911's, SAA's and Lever Actions. The are simple, effective, visually appealing and well designed. It seems there is a wealth of know...