These items are part of the Lauck Tier One Hard Use™ Product Line
Custom width rear sight notches, U shaped rear sight notches, as well as Gold bead front sight inserts, fiber optic inserts, and night sight inserts, with or without colored outer rings, can be fabricated per client request.
On occasion, complete custom revolvers with D&L sights are available for sale.
Please inquire by email to: dlsportscustom@gmail.com
All D&L sights and mounts are precision machined from a solid block of steel. All are made in the USA. These are sights and mounts that you can depend on.
Due to the huge popularity of the D&L J frame revolver sight, they have been scaled up to fit the Smith and Wesson K, L, and N frame revolvers. This D&L fixed rear sight will screw directly on all modern Smith and Wesson revolvers with adjustable rear sights and three factory threaded screw holes in the top strap of the revolver.
Finally a way to lower to overall sight line on S&W revolvers with a super rugged, dehorned, high visibility, low profile sight system. Great for concealed carry, and the fixed sights will accept night inserts as well. No more reason to put up with the flimsy, razor sharp edged factory adjustable sights on your serious revolvers.
Custom Sights for S&W with 14k gold bead
Custom wide notch rear sight and gold bead front sight for fast action shooting.
Custom lengthwise front dovetail sight with night insert in a bull barrel M10, now custom cut to 3" and slab sided.
Custom S&W model 65 with low mounted D&L sights
Ultra precision is required for professional sight installation. Due to the very limited barrel material available, you only get one chance to do this upgrade correctly. Much set up time is required for each installation. The end result is worth the time and effort.
D&L custom revolvers are state of the art in hard use revolvers. This model for example features 5 locking point lock up, crane stop and DLS hard use sights with night inserts and colored accents. The front sight is interchangeable to allow zero changes, while retaining fixed sight durability.
D&L Hard Use Sights:
They don't break and they don't lose zero.
Fiber optic front sights are available for shooters who want a very bright, daylight visible aiming point in their front revolver blade.
It is less expensive than night inserts, and allows for a quicker turnaround time for your custom sight project.
The latest design D&L fixed sight features a T slot hold down as an integral part of the sight in addition to three holding screws, making it by far the most durable sight on the market today, and well suited to all S&Ws, including the big magnums.
Rear sight only cost: POR
Custom Sights for S&W with 14k gold bead
The D&L Custom S&W revolver sight can be machined into a bolder, wider U notch for those wanting faster front sight acquisition. An excellent set up, especially when using front sights with fiber optic, gold bead or night dot.
Precision custom cross dovetailed front sight
with night insert and colored ring
D&L Custom Sight on a 500 Revolver
Factory cross dovetail front sights can be problematic because when they come loose, even the slightest shift in sight position can change your point of impact substantially. The proper solution is a custom made and properly fit front sight with a lock screw for secure sight retention.
Grizzly Attacks Hunter - Glock 10mm Jams
Dave,
this is quite a situation.....My Dave Lauck pistols have never jammed!
International Big Game Hunter
Dave,
Just received my sights and screws for my Smith model 29. Installed them and WOW ! They are perfect. Absolutely fantastic sights and thanks for super fast shipping. I will recommend these sights to all my friends.
Thanks again.
LEO (ret)
Dear Dave,
Best grips and sights ever. I extend my sincere appreciation for the PGR grips and sights you provided. They have significantly enhanced the aesthetics and performance of my S&W 686, elevating its overall appeal. Upon gripping the revolver for the first time, the discernible difference was truly remarkable. The ergonomic design not only enhances the visual appeal but also contributes to an unparalleled shooting experience. The craftsmanship is evident, and it has unquestionably become the epitome of tactile satisfaction. Even my wife, upon holding the firearm, expressed her delight. The original rubber grips failed to resonate with her, but the CCW contour and light stippling of your enhancements seamlessly align with her hand, garnering her approval and admiration. I cannot express enough gratitude for the positive transformation your products have brought to my firearm. Rest assured, I will unquestionably return for your exceptional services in the future. Thank you once again. Best regards,
Revolver Shooter
Hi Dave,
Sights arrived and are installed. Dear god they are amazing! Incredible sight picture day and night. The sight slid in the same as removing the factory. No issues. Perfect!
Revolver Shooter
Dave,
The D&L sights I had you install on my S&W revolver was the best modification I ever had done on a firearm.
Revolver Shooter
Mr. Dave Lauck,
Thank you for the work!..... I absolutely love my D&L custom revolver!.... The PRG grip is something..... never had a grip like this...... I can definitely tell, it's different when you draw. I stick my arm straight out and the sights are right there! No need for dipping the wrist or looking for the sights...... it's draw, arm straight, line up the sights, and ready to pull..... It's very intuitive.....100% helps with quick target acquisition.....I love the D&L sights as well!...... world's apart from the stock sights, vast improvement..... I'm very satisfied..... I sincerely thank you for working on my revolver.
Revolver Shooter
Dave,
Thank you for the fast shipping....the D&L sights are dead on....and the PRG grips are perfectly designed for control....Thank you
Revolver Shooter
Dave,
My new sights got here today. I put them on my gun and everything was perfect. I took it out and shot it and they were very accurate. Thank you for getting them to me so quickly. The reason I started searching for sights in the first place is the first time I took my new gun out to shoot it the adjustment screw broke on the Smith and Wesson original sights. The sights that you make are much better. Thank you.
Revolver Shooter
Positive changes in revolver design and function have been too long coming. I'm glad that someone with the talent and experience of Dave Lauck have stepped up to the challenge.
Good job!
BCA Agent (ret)
Dave,
This D&L custom revolver is now the best firearm I own - very well done! The "snap" of the cylinder setting and locking in just prior to final hammer release is fantastic....... your tuning of my S&W makes trigger control during DA fire so much easier. This thing is going hiking with me this weekend.
Thanks,
Revolver Shooter
I have worked with Dave Lauck for 20+ years...he was on the first season of Shooting Gallery TV...He is one of the most innovative and meticulous gunsmiths in the country...he is in his own world on custom work....amazing revolver sights.... ( the D&L PRG revolver grips)...the absolute best set of revolver grips I've ever used !.....they're perfect !
Michael Bane TV/Outdoor Channel Host
Dave,
I got my S&W to the range today with your D&L fixed rear sight and was extremely pleased with the results..........the sight picture is definitely superior to that of the S&W factory rear sight.....and the alignment with the front sight was spot on.....no adjustments of any kind were needed.....very happy with the sights and the quality-useability of your products!
Revolver Shooter
Dave,
I have to say that your sights are truly a game changer and I believe every wheelgun should have them! I am a huge fan... the machining is superb and they installed without a hitch.....Thank you !
Revolver Shooter
D&L Sports sights are the best combat revolver sight I have ever seen....the best sights ever, at any price, on any wheelgun.....if your life depends on your revolver, D&L sights are a have to have item.....factory sights are too delicate for heavy use....D&L Sights are absolutely perfect....5 star rating....the best sights ever...
U.S.SF Veteran
Dave,
Hands down you build the best revolver on the planet....they don't get any better..
U.S. Army Instructor
Dave, You knocked this out of the park....your innovative creations and design changes to overcome the factory shortcomings of revolvers are outstanding....well done!
Special Agent BCA (ret).
Dave,
You recently worked on my S&W and added your sights, it is spot on.
Branch Chief - Defense Intelligence Agency
Hi Dave,
I shot the D&L custom 686 today (about 150 rds) - one of the most accurate revolvers that I have ever shot - If I do my part- thanks for the great service and work-
regards,
County Sheriff
Hi Dave,
Just wanted to update you on performance. The gun runs great...... and the sights are spot on, it almost feels like cheating shooting within 25 yards. I've been going out 50 yards plus shooting clays on a berm to challenge myself. Thank you for such a fine firearm.
LEO
Dave
I received the Revolver this afternoon. D&L Sights look GREAT! I can actually see that gold bead! And enlarging that U notch in the rear sight helps a bunch. Thanks again! Best regards
Lieutenant Colonel, (Retired)
Dave,
Recieved my D&L Customzied revolver back.
Absolutely flawless work sir. Your attention to detail is greatly appreciated. Clearly, S&W cannot afford you or your expert work.
Thank you Dave.
Revolver Shooter
Dave Lauck thrives on providing the highest quality firearms and gunsmithing work for those serving at the tip of the military and LE spear......he received the APG American Pistolsmith of the Year award....and he is innovative.....his sights made an excellent first impression....robust and built for serious work...D&L sights just look 'right' on the gun....the sight picture is 'terrific' ....they are 'tank tough'....these sights make shooting small groups a normal and repeatable event....exceptionally rugged...The D&L sight is impervious to zero loss due to rough handling or firearm droppage....a wise upgrade for guns packed into dangerous places....Lauck is a stand up guy whose customer service matches his high quality work....
American Cop Magazine
D&L custom revolvers are the perfect combat revolvers - everything that is necessary
LEO / Ammo Expert
Dave,
I love the tall sight window of your sights, and the serrations make for a crisp sight picture....your sights provide me with one of the best sight pictures in the industry...better than many "target" sights I have spent good money on...I wish I had discovered your sights many years ago...
Revolver shooter
Dave,
Attached is a photo of one of the revolvers I put your sight on....... The target shows 48 rounds at 15 yards..... Just wanted to say I like the sights..... will be ordering a few more.....Thanks for a good product.
Revolver Shooter
Dave,
I just picked up my D&L customized Smith and Wesson... and put rounds down range... very impressed... you created a first class fighting handgun... Thank you!
NYPD DET. (ret)
Dave,
I just got my sights...wow!!!...these sights are amazing.
Fort Bragg
Dave,
Just got my revolver back...your workmanship is awesome. Thank you very much.
LAPD (ret)
Dave,
Your revolver sight design looks great and is very solid...nothing on the market compares.
Thanks!
Revolver shooter
Dave Lauck's work on S&W revolvers should make Smith and Wesson ashamed of themselves!
SWAT Cop / Armorer (ret)
Dave,
Thank you so much for your service after the sale with your S&W sight. My particular model of revolver had a slight frame overhang with your rear sight and hit 1 inch to the left. Your precision machine work perfected my point of impact on target, and your blending of the sight to my revolver has created a perfect seamless fit to the frame. Looks fantastic!
Thank you again!
Revolver Shooters
Dave,
your sights are amazing....10 times better than factory sights....they look great and I got them fast...
Revolver Shooters
Dave,
Just picked up my D&L custom 686 from my dealer… I have found one major issue… it is just too beautiful and now all the other wheelguns in my safe are jealous and giving me the cold cylinder… Holy smokes… it is a work of art!
Thank you again.
Revolver Shooter
Dave,
I’m a big fan of your rear fixed sights. They are stellar quality and absolutely bomb-proof.
Revolver Shooter
The custom compact service revolver from acclaimed gunsmith Dave Lauck features his outstanding revolver sight design... he cuts a dovetail front sight from a blank, then zeros, refinishes and fits with a night sight insert.... then hard chromes the revolver - tough and beautiful.
The Revolver Guy
D&L,
I just wanted to take a moment and say thank you for such a phenomenal fixed rear sight that you have developed. I have this sight now in place on my Smith and Wesson 44 Mag Snub. Not only does this sight look fantastic but it is more than functional as a combat carry upgrade. Thanks again for such a terrific product.
Sincerely,
Revolver Shooter
Hey Dave,
Thank you so much. I really love the design of your sight and I particularly loved how I can draw the weapon out of pouches, bags, iwb, whatever and not worry about that stupid blade catching on my clothing.
Revolver Shootrer / CCW
Hi Dave,
I just installed your D&L rear sight and am blown away by the quality craftsmanship! It lines up perfectly... thank you for your patience with me and extrodinary craftsmanship!
Sincerely,
Revolver Shooter
Hi Dave,
Sight arrived for my S&W 686+, and it took about two minutes to install.
Very snug on my particular example and it fits great.
I’m impressed with the build quality, and the form factor is awesome.
It fits perfectly in the paddle holster I carry all the time.
I was concerned that I’d have to dink around with the front sight height, but it is dead nuts on with most of the daily driver carry loads I have tried with it.
Thanks for building a great product, and shipping it so quickly.
Regards,
Revolver Shooter
Dave,
The revolver looks fantastic! I won’t hesitate to send more business your way in the future. I really appreciate the lighting fast turnaround, thank you.
Revolver Shooter
Dave,
Your sights are by far the best sights I have ever used.
State Trooper / Comp Shooter
Dave,
Your D&L Custom Sights installed perfectly and look amazing....your sights are awesome sir!
Guardsman
Hi Dave,
It does not get any better...AWESOME...holding the D&L custom revolvers in my hands....unbelievable....great job.....I have been shooting them....all is well....they will go to work tomorrow.....Thanks again
County Sheriff
I have installed D&L heavy duty revolver sights on my two duty revolvers. The sight is very well made, and it is stone cold logical in design and function for a duty / carry revolver.
Gunsite Graduate
Hi Dave!
I’m loving the D&L rear sight on my 586..... rugged and the craftsmanship is peerless. Thank you for making such a quality product.
Thanks again, sir!
Combat Revolver Shooter
Dave,
Sights arrived in perfect condition. Rear sight is great. You provide a wonderful product. This handgun will accompany me on a lot of adventures in various wilderness locations, hunting and other recreation.
Thank you,
Bear County Hiker
Hi Dave,
I will call and get some of your D&L revolver sights. These were frozen footprints from a hike the other day. About 25% of our bears don't hibernate.
Regards,
Alaska Hiker
Dave,
Thank you very much for the rear sight for my S&W revolver. It is absolutely perfect...the fit and finish are flawless...so much more sturdy than the factory sight. Your work is amazing.
Chief of Police
Dave,
I got the sight, installed it and took it to the range. Absolutely perfect in every way. Easy to install and lined up great with the factory front sight. Sir, you are a master craftsman and I expect to order from you in the future. Thanks again for your fast service.
Revolver Shooter
Dave,
Thank you for creating such a magnificent fixed rear sight that is now sitting pretty and working quite nicely on my 686.
Revolver shooter
Good Afternoon Dave
I received my second Combat Rear Sight from D&L Sports. The sight was installed on a Performance Center Smith Wesson Model 29-6 Stealth Hunter 44 Mag. The first test run was hitting 8 inch steel plates at 50 yards with no problem. Thanks again for making a great product.
Thanks
Revolver shooter
Hi Dave!
I want to thank you again for the robust and wonderful rear sight you provided me for my S&W model 69 44 magnum "bear" gun. As we have discussed I actually live and recreate where the grizzly and black bear is still commonly encountered… The sight fit perfectly and I have fired the gun quite a bit… prints perfectly with the D&LSports rear sight and factory S&W front. I'm hoping now to have you install night sights (white outline green dots) to complete my gun project… thank you again for a truly wonderful product!
Montana Revolver Hiker
Dave!
Last week, I received your fixed combat sight… I must say on this 2.5" barrel gun, your sight is vastly superior to the sharp edged adjustable sight offered by the factory. I'm thrilled with the end result and thank you for an excellent product that is of outstanding quality. If I owned another S&W revolver with a 4" or shorter barrel, I'd certainly be buying another identical sight.
Revolver Shooter
Thanks, Dave!
Just received the sights and put the first one on. WOW!! Unreal!! Even better than I could have hoped. Install was a breeze and they look fantastic. Anyone with a S&W should have these on their revolver. Couldn't be happier with them.
Revolver Shooter
Dave,
Got the revolver on Tuesday and was truly impressed with the work! Took it out to the range yesterday and the sights are fantastic! It makes the little gun more capable of shooting like a larger gun!
Thanks Dave!
LEO
Good Morning Dave
I just wanted to say the combat rear sight I got from you is the best sight picture I have ever used. The workmanship and detail was a perfect fit on the Performance Center Smith Wesson 686. I will be a return customer for sure. Thanks again for a great product.
Revolver shooter
Dave,
This is definitely one hell of a stout sight! Thanks again.
Revolver shooter
D&L combat sights belong on every revolver!
International shooter
Good morning Dave,
Well sir the sight arrived and is installed. Thanks for the super fast shipping. While I'm not a machinist at your level I do some machining in knife making. That is a beautifully machined piece of steel!! I'm not sure if man can make something perfect, but if so this sight certainly qualifies. Certainly worth every cent. Thanks again for the fast responses, fast shipping, and outstanding sight.
Take care,
Revolver Shooter
Hey Dave,
Just wanted to let you know I received my sight today and this is truly the best K/L frame sight available for S&W guns, I've already recommended them to multiple friends and will definitely be recommending them some more! Thanks for your help!
Revo Shooter
Hey Dave,
Just wanted to say thank you for all the quick replies and help. I absolutely love the rear sight. Amazing product. Will buy again.
Revo Shooter
Hello Dave
I just wanted to say I finally got the time to install that beefy battle ready D&L rear sight on my 629 PC I can’t thank you enough, I love it..
Don Laster
The D&L sight is a great job! Solid, aesthetically pleasing and functional.
Revolver Shooter
The D&L fixed rear sight is battle ready… it is one beefy rear sight… I absolutely love it.
Mr. Revolver Guy
Dave,
I LOVE your sights and am a HUGE fan of your work. A huge thank you.
Very truly yours,
MB, Revolver Instructor
Dave,
Whatever unicorn farting rainbows you rode when you came up with this sight, thank that magical bastard for me! I am blown away with the sight picture produced, the no snag and ruggedness of your friggin sight! Also adds another level of response… 7 rounds don´t do it ya got a helluva blunt force compliance instrument…haha! Thanks again for the sight, just awesome!
Warmest brother,
Revolver Shooter
Dave Lauck of D&L Sports is a long-time custom builder… Dave does some incredible work… he is always looking to make things stronger and more practical… he developed a combat rear sight for S&W revolvers… a sight void of sharp edges… perfect for concealed carry… It makes for fast sight pictures while the serrations reduce glare… the D&L rear sight is a huge improvement… Dave’s sight makes shooting much easier… and you can get some serious accuracy… it allows for a smooth draw with no snagging.
Personal Defense World Magazine
Hi Dave,
Received my new S&W rear sights today for my 686 and 629 - they are awesome! You are an artist and excellent craftsman!
Revolver Shooter
Mr. Lauck,
I am extremely pleased with the look of the custom sight installation, and the trigger feels great. Incredible Sir..! After getting Near 1 m.o.a. at 15ft. and 6" groups at 35ft... My Confidence with this revolver is Thru the Roof..! The sight picture & point of aim point of impact is Astounding. Thank You for coming up with this modification & offering the service. Combined with the inherent reliability of this firearm.. I see little to nothing that could top this as a #1 ccw option.
Excellent Work!
Revolver Shooter
Dave,
Your S&W sights are awesome! Everything is picture perfect. Thanks again,
Wheelgunner
Dave,
Thank you, your S&W sights are awesome, really really nice. They fit in with no problems. Thanks again for everything.
Custom gun shop
Dave,
Yesterday was 1st day I was able to shoot my gun with new sights. It is dead on. I have never had a snub nose that is so accurate. What a great, professional job you did installing the sights!
Thanks,
Revolver shooter
As a long time custom builder, Dave Lauck does some incredible work. Always looking to make things stronger and more practical, he developed a combat rear sight for smith and Wesson revolvers. It is a fixed carry sight, void of sharp edges. It is perfect for concealed carry. It makes for fast sight pictures and the serrations reduce glare. It allows for a smooth draw from a jacket, sweater, or T shirt with no snagging. The D&L Sports carry rear sight is a huge improvement.
Personal Defense World
Good Morning Dave,
I wanted to let you know that I had received the sight in yesterday's mail and wanted also to say Thank You for your excellent machine work and fast shipment. I am very pleased with the sight/purchase. The sight looks very good on my revolver, this is exactly what I was looking for and wanted. I also noticed with your sight that it does not hang up in my holster as I am drawing out the revolver and it doesn't gouge my side like the original sight did. The only issue that I have with your sight is, that I wished I had known about your product much sooner. Thank you again for a great and wonderful product,
Very Respectfully,
- DH
Dave,
Fantastic Sights for S&W!
Thank you !
- Revolver shooter
Dave,
Just put my new sights on. love them I can't wait to order sights for all my revolvers. a must have in my opinion. High quality and durable. Thank you for the pictures and the fast shipping I will be ordering more for my 629 and 627.
- Wheelgunner
Dave
I installed your fixed rear sight for my S&W 339 PD. I was ecstatic to discover it shot right at point of aim @ 25 yards with my 310 gr Garret Hammerhead .44mag. Awesome sight. Gun fits better in my back country holster and doesn't get hung up like the Millet sight with sharp edges.
Sincerely,
- Bear Hunter
Dave,
Installed your fixed rear sight on my S&W M69, a perfect fit. Shot-in at 15 paces, all in the black!! Reset the screws with locktight. The .44 is now the perfect carry revolver in bear country. Thanks for your quality product.
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AK Woodsman
Dave, Subject: Re: N-Frame Fixed Rear Sight
I just received the fixed S&W sight. Thank you for the info, lightning fast shipping, and a very impressive item. I anticipate acquiring more of these for my current revolvers, and the myriad of new ones I intend to purchase.
Thanks again.
Firearms Instructor
We went to the range yesterday and shot the 44 mag. It didn't take but 4 shots to hit the gong at 100 meters, then 2 more for 200 meters. Loaded it back up and was dead on at 200. I shot off a sandbag sitting on a bench and was impressed with how clear you could pickup the target with your sights. I love them and they will be more reliable as time goes by.
Then as I got more confident I tried 300 meters and 400 and finally 500 meters and impressed everyone that day. A couple of guys said they didn't think a 44 mag would shoot that far but I told them I had been reading books by Elmer Keith and we shoot the same way, "Kentucky Windage". Shoot the first two to see where the bullet hits and then it's a piece of cake, and it was cause I hit all distances at least once and were so close at times it made their head spin.
It's too bad Elmer isn't alive today because if he was he would have your sights on all of his guns. They are well worth the money and I will highly recommend them to everyone I meet. Thanks for building such a good sight and I know every time I am out I'll enjoy it even more. I'm retired now so I have plenty of time to shoot and I can hardly wait to get out in the woods and chase some coyotes.
Thanks again
Mike Uszuko
Dave,
I received the D&L sights for my Smith and Wessons yesterday. Your revolver work just exudes quality and craftsmanship and an incredible sense of detail! I'm a graphic artist, so I'm used to being able to look at things and detect flaws or inconsistencies in lines or curves, your work exhibits NONE of that. Really fantastic! Your rear sights are PHENOMENAL! The factory rear blade on my carry guns got knocked off or broken or ripped my clothes or ripped a hole in ME. YOUR SIGHT however is AMAZING. It is obviously better quality, has BOMBPROOF retention, I love the Allen head screws for that use because they look cool and you can snug them TIGHT without worrying about stripping or chewing up the slot on a standard screw, they fit the lines of the revolver better more like it belongs there, and the sight picture is PERFECT! The combination of the serrations (QUALITY!) the way the design sets the blade further back towards your eye, and the design of the sight make for an INCREDIBLE sight picture. All that and they cost LESS than the other sight. Couldn't be happier. I will finish replacing all my own sights with these and start using them when I work on my friends revolvers. Thank you so much! Take care!
Revolver Shooter
The Yankee Marshal and the D&L rear sight
Tips on installing your S&W fixed sight
Client video of D&L S&W sight
Client produced video
D&L Sports - Fixed Rear Sights for S&W Revolvers
The S&W Project Gun is Finished and We Install the D&L Sports Fixed Rear Combat Sight!
Perfect Zero after D&L Combat Sight Installation
Recent Developments at D&L Sports™
by Kevin McPherson - August 5, 2023
Dave has been so busy churning out new products for revolvers that we had to put another update together for you. It's obvious that Dave Lauck appreciates the revolver's continuing viability as a serious use sidearm and his innovative products make them better...
...All of the work was exceptionally well done and worth every penny I spent. I will very happily send my future revolver business to Mr. Lauck. It's all good, but it's those grips that have made the biggest difference in both handling and appearance...
...Revolvers deserve rugged, easy to see, properly-regulated sights just as much as autos do, and can probably take even better advantage of them than the bottom-feeders. If only we could get the people who built these guns to understand that... Fortunately for us, one guy who does understand that is acclaimed gunsmith Dave Lauck....
Gear Review: D&L Sports K, L, N and X Frame Smith & Wesson Revolver Sights
by Jon Wayne Taylor -December 22, 20220
Dave Lauck at D&L Sports makes the best combat revolver sight set I've ever seen. I don't mean, "for the money", or "on the market today", or "in their category". I mean these are the best sights ever, at any price, on any wheel gun. If you're taking your safe queen to the range, the D&L Sports sights are a "nice-to-have" feature. If your life may depend on your revolver, they're much more a "have-to-have" item...
Dave Lauck is the proprietor of D&L Sports, Incorporated- a shop offering complete gunsmithing services. Dave’s a retired lawman and a patriot; he thrives on providing the highest quality firearms and gunsmithing work for those serving at the tip of the Military/L.E. spear. Dave now hangs his shingle in Chino Valley, AZ (just down the road from Gunsite) after spending several decades in Wyoming. He received the American Pistolsmith’s Guild “Pistolsmith of the Year” award in 2012. He does innovative work on rifles, semiautomatic handguns, and revolvers...
Custom Revolver Work & Sights From Dave Lauck At D&L Sports
by Doug E
Dave Lauck, from D&L Sports, has been offering custom work on revolvers, including a snag-free combat rear sight, and matching front sight. Revolver work is just one of Mr. Lauck’s specialties, we’ve actually featured his custom-made precision rifles on TFB as well. Today, we’ll take a look at his custom revolver sights, but some of his photos will also show his capability with finish treatments as well...
Note:
Full size Smith and Wesson revolvers have been drilled and tapped with the 3 hole pattern to accept the D&L custom sight for approximately 30+ years. To see if you have three drilled and tapped holes in your top strap without removing your rear sight, simply open the cylinder and look from the underside of the top strap. If you have the holes already, sight install is very simple. If you do not have the holes, but have an old revolver with a factory adjustable rear sight, the D&L sight will still fit. It will just need the three holes drilled and tapped.
In most cases D&L Revolver sights can be simply slid in place and bolted down. However, for a true custom fit, the sights can be blended with the revolver for a no overhang fit, and radiused and dehorned for daily carry excellence.
Having your firearms properly zeroed with the ammunition you utilize and at the distance you intend to shoot is critical to proper performance.
It is your responsibility to assure a proper zero is confirmed. Feel free to contact DLS inc if you need assistance with this task.
DLS Inc specializes in revolver action jobs for serious purposes. There is a difference between competition only action work and defense action work. Competition only action jobs can result in light trigger pulls, but also cause light hammer strikes to the point where only specific types of primers can be set off. The action must be kept ultra clean and lubricated for reliable trigger return. Some comp action jobs result in sluggish trigger return to the point that a quick shooter has to wait for the trigger to catch up to the trigger finger, and causes the risk of double stroking the action.
Action work for serious purposes, whether it be serious competition or defense, will maintain all full power springs to help assure reliable primer ignition under all circumstances, as well as snappy trigger return. The action will be smooth, but will also take trigger finger effort to operate the action. Hand strength is important for top performance. Hand gripping exercises can help shooters improve handgun management and control while operating the action.
Mechanical reliability and safety must be maintained as top priorities.
Beware of 'knock off' products of DLS designs, especially sights. Poorly designed and production line installed sights can move out of position and cause unexpected and drastic changes in point of bullet impacts. This can lead to missed shots and unintentional shootings of innocent people. DLS sights are purposely designed to be locked in place and avoid these tragedies.
Caution:
Whenever fitting sights onto your revolver leave the cylinder open or out to assure the revolver is completely unloaded, and to assure that top strap screws do not come too far through and make contact with the cylinder. Test fit the sight and screws to determine if the screws need to be shortened before doing the final blue loctite installation.
NOTE:
Due to client requests, a special run of TORX head, pre-shortened mounting screws have been made specifically for D&L rear sight installation. Torx head screws look good, and provide excellent driver bit engagement surfaces. From this point forward, TORX head screws will be included (at no extra charge) with each K,L,N,X D&L sight to make install even easier. For final install, just add a dab of Loctite #222 or #242 to the screw threads.
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