You are a Great Dane. :D
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You are a Great Dane. :D
Sounds like your rifle was "Made in Japan"! :lol:
(It appears you know what you are doing and have a good plan).
Some photos of sight attachment:
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I double checked my Type 38 carbine. (Brought back from WW2 by an Uncle).
There is only one rear-sight screw and its purpose is mainly to retain the sight spring in its 'dovetail'.
Also, the...
It is most likely the rear-sight collar is soldered to the barrel. The screw is not the main retention.
I would not mess with it.