G.24(t) Front Sight Question

jrsbike

jrsbike

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I have stopped by here for help with a '42 G.24(t) that I am resurrecting from a life in sporter purgatory and thank the members who have helped me. I now have an issue with the front sight. The barrel had an aftermarket front sight that had been soldered on. I removed this and sought out a replacement by ordering a typical tube sight base from Numrich which I assumed would slip over the barrel. When it arrived I found that it would not fit; the barrel OD being larger. When I checked images of this model in the reference section I saw that the front sights did not have tube type sight bases but were screwed and soldered on. I have looked at the offerings from the usual parts suppliers but no one seems to offer a sight without the tube. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks
 
If I remember correctly the G.24(t) front sight is like the Gew.98 and VZ-24 front sight in that the end of the barrel is turned down smaller than the barrel for about 1 1/4 inches back, so the tube that the front sight block is on comes out flush with the barrel and is virtually invisible when installed correctly. It doesn't have the sight band that sits proud above the barrel like a 98k. So the tube is still screwed and soldered on like a 98k, but you just can't see it. If your barrel hasn't been shortened you can heat the end of your barrel with a propane torch until you see a little bit of solder start to seep out of the sight tube then twist the tube with a pliers and carefully work it off. If it has been shortened Bubba may have cut off all or part of the sight base tube. In that case you'll have to turn the barrel down on a lathe to accept a new base, or just use a 98k base, I've seen stranger things done by German Armorers. If you can't find a sight, you might find someone with a shot out vz 24 barrel you can rob the sight from.
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Well I successfully removed the original front sight barrel which had its sight ground down and replaced with a aftermarket type. It was a successful operation which has allowed me to install a VZ 24 rear sight and handguard. The barrel was not impacted by the bubba changes and is surprisingly clear and bright. I am waiting for a rear sight screw and new/old action screws. Never intended to get involved with the restoration of a G.24(t) but I have enjoyed bring this back to life. I will post images when completed.
 
jrsbike said:
I have stopped by here for help with a '42 G.24(t) that I am resurrecting from a life in sporter purgatory and thank the members who have helped me. I now have an issue with the front sight. The barrel had an aftermarket front sight that had been soldered on. I removed this and sought out a replacement by ordering a typical tube sight base from Numrich which I assumed would slip over the barrel. When it arrived I found that it would not fit; the barrel OD being larger. When I checked images of this model in the reference section I saw that the front sights did not have tube type sight bases but were screwed and soldered on. I have looked at the offerings from the usual parts suppliers but no one seems to offer a sight without the tube. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks
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I'm also resurrecting a '42 DOU G.24(t) that was sporterized. Sadly, mine was drilled and tapped for a scope, had been rebarreled for .25-06, and had most of the stripper clip guide ground off. I'd suggest checking everygunpart.com, as they frequently have old military surplus rifle parts kits for sale. I was fortunate enough to purchase a complete VZ 24 parts kit from them, which has contributed most of the parts for my G.24(t) restoration.
 
A few years ago I resurrected a near perfect GI bring back 1938 S42 except for a sporterized stock and having been drilled for a Lyman peep sight. A talented gunsmith was able to fill the holes with set screws, refinish the surface and make everything look original again. I was fortunate that the drilling was not near any stampings. Good luck with your '42. I think I may have finally found a replacement flat butt stock for my '38 which is on the way. These VZ/G24 guns are surprisingly nice and I might look for a VZ 24 shooter for my next project.
 
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