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  1. 05-08-2022 02:27 PM #6
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    Quote Originally Posted by Bob Seijasicon View Post
    John Garandicon's design intended that all adjustment be made on the rear sight, period. Moving the front sight should have been unnecessary, so access was restricted.
    When I read the question from Michael, I was a bit surprised in fact. With that wonderful rear sight, why would anyone need to move the front one?
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