Rear & Front Sight Installation Tutorial for the 2020 Colt Python - How To Walkthrough Guide

Published on November 10, 2022
Duration: 7:22

This guide details the installation of Wilson Combat rear and front sights on the 2020 Colt Python and Anaconda revolvers. It covers necessary tools, safety precautions, and step-by-step instructions for removing factory sights and installing the new components. The tutorial emphasizes proper technique for driving pins and securing the new sights, concluding with range verification and adjustment. Instruction is provided by Guy Joubert from Wilson Combat, demonstrating a high level of expertise.

Quick Summary

To install Wilson Combat sights on a 2020 Colt Python/Anaconda, ensure the firearm is unloaded and wear eye protection. You'll need tools like a punch, hammer, and screwdriver. Remove the factory rear sight by driving out the roll pin, then install the new sight and its roll pin. For the front sight, remove the set screw, replace the sight, and reinstall the set screw using blue Loctite.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: New Sights for Colt Python/Anaconda
  2. 00:40Tools and Safety Precautions
  3. 01:06Removing the Factory Rear Sight
  4. 03:01Installing the Wilson Combat Rear Sight
  5. 05:01Installing the Wilson Combat Front Sight
  6. 06:48Final Adjustments and Range Testing

Frequently Asked Questions

What tools are needed to install Wilson Combat sights on a 2020 Colt Python?

You'll need a small flathead screwdriver, a 1/16" punch, a roll pin starter, a hammer, masking tape for barrel protection, a vice, and the Allen wrench provided with the sight kit. Always wear eye protection and ensure the firearm is unloaded.

How do you remove the factory rear sight from a 2020 Colt Python?

First, remove the elevation screw. Then, secure the revolver in a vice (protecting the finish with tape) and use a 1/16" punch to carefully drive out the roll pin holding the rear sight assembly.

What type of Loctite should be used for the front sight set screw?

For the front sight set screw on the 2020 Colt Python/Anaconda, it is recommended to use blue Loctite. Red Loctite should be avoided as it creates a much stronger bond that can be difficult to remove later.

What are the benefits of the Wilson Combat sights for the Colt Python?

Wilson Combat sights offer an improved sight picture and increased robustness. The rear sight features positive-click adjustments for elevation and windage, while the front sight is available in multiple variations like gold bead and fiber optic for different lighting conditions.

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