I had the same situation with a ruger I wanted sights on. Actually bought a couple of ruger barrel band sights but ultimately just decided to through a ramp style off a Rem 700. Mated up just fine. Finished mine with an NECG ghost ring. I keep it on full time but if decide to scope it can keep the sight in my backpack for backup.

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