Changing fiber optic insert?

[SDM]

I've got a Warren tactical fiber optic front sight that I'd like to change from red to green. I can't figure out how to do it though. Do I cut the green rod to length, insert it and some way melt the ends to hold it in the sight? If so, what's the best way to do this?

[Bill Dncn]

I'm a nubee to it also. That's basicly what I did. I first heated/melted/shaped/sized the end of the rod to be viewed. Checked the fit/apperence in it's housing. then cut to length plus about a 1/16. Inserted, and melted the end to retain (muzzle end).

Or, we could just buy the ones with the pre-formed ends. Which I may try next ;)

Hope this helps

Bill

[SDM]

Thanks Bill, that's what I figured,but I wanted to make sure. I guess I'll give it a shot tonight and hope I don't mess it up too bad. It's good thing they gave me extra material.

Anybody else done this before?

[Bill Dncn]

WOW(word of warning) Don't let your lighter get too close to the rod :shocked:

:wavey:

[frankt]

Yes, melt the size dot you want on your end and pull it in place to shape it while still warm. Trim the other end heat it also. A soldering iron or woodburner will do a much neater and safer job than trying to do it with a lighter.

You can get all the extra fiber Optic here.http://www.fiberopticproducts.com/Flourescent.htm

[SDM]

I got the sight installed, I used a candle. I just moved the rod towards the flame until it softened. Seemed to work pretty good.