No 1 Mk III Rear Sight Spring

**Corpbob** · 07-17-2010 10:47 PM

Does anyone know (or have a web site address link) how to remove a broken rear sight spring on a No 1 Mk III? I've removed the ladder sight but I'm still puzzled how the spring comes out.

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**5thBatt** · 07-17-2010 11:04 PM

Remove the screw & knock out towards the receiver, it is slotted in & retained by it own spring tension.

**Peter Laidler** · 07-18-2010 04:47 AM

It's dovetailed in. Drive out towards the rear

**Corpbob** · 07-19-2010 09:31 PM

Got it! I suspected it might tap out that way, but it's amazing how much better a technique works when your sure it's right. Thanks much guys!

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