Installing XS Express 24/7 sights

[Tom in Ohio]

I just installed a set of XS Sights Express Big Dot 24/7 sights on my Springfield Loaded 1911. The process was very simple and I am pleased with the results.

The most difficult part was driving out the stock Novak night sights.

Once I had the Novak's out, I took the opportunity to Gun-Kote the parkerized slide so that it matches the frame. (I Gun-Koted the frame around Christmas after I checkered the front strap)

The front XS sight needed a little fitting which was easily done with a flat file.

The rear sight did not need any fitting.

Here's a picture after the sights were installed:

http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e363/tkoglman/DSCN0438.jpg

I apologize for the poor photography.

I have done some dry-firing with them and they seem to be much easier to pick up than the Novak's. I will have to sight them in and run them through some drills. I think that I will be very pleased with their performance.

If anyone is interested, I have posted the Novak's in the "For Sale" area.

[Ric4509]

Hi Tom in Ohio - I was just thinking the same thing. It's for my Kimber Elite Carry and my Norinco that's currently wearing a Novaks black rear sight. The Norinco's front sight is dovetailed white dot. Do you think I won't have a problem replacing the Norinco?

[Tom in Ohio]

I've never worked on a Norinco, so I can't tell you. I'm pretty sure though that if the front sight is dovetailed it should be easy for you to do yourself.