I am considering modifying the sights on
my double rifle, a Trail Guns Armory
Kodiak MK IV in .45/70 (made by Pedersoli).

I've had it since 1990 but back then
my glasses had single vision lenses.
After going through the bifocal stage,
I now require either trifocals or
progressive lenses. The upper part of
the lens, where I see my sights is for
distance vision so my sights have become
blurrier over the years.

Has anyone ever managed to install a
larger bead front sight or successfully
replaced or modified the rear sight(s)?

Mine has two individual rear sights, each
adjustable for windage and elevation.
The rib has two dovetails, one for each
sight. I have seen photos of some that
have the folding leaves on a base so there
must be some variations in production
through the years.

I was considering trying to fabricate
replacement inserts for the existing rear
sights. I thought a shallow V for one and
perhaps a hole for a sort of aperture sight
for the second sight. The aperture would be
a long way from my shooting eye but there
is nowhere else to mount it.

I looked at one thread where someone made
a whole rear sight. I no longer have access
to tools required to do that much in the way
of fabrication.

Anyone with ideas or experiences to share?

TIA,

Bwana Dave