Savage 111g How do you remove front sights?

[jackv]

Folks,

I just bought a Savage 111G in 7MM Rem Mag. Also bought a Nikon Prostaff 3-9x40M scope. I mounted the scope using Weaver scope rings and mounts. I removed the rear sight using a screw driver and installed a tap screw to fill the hole. The question I have is how do you remove the front sights? There are no screws, so it appears that the front sight is attached using double sided tape. I am hesitant to try to pry the sight off as I don't want to damage it. Anyone have any ideas?

[LHitchcox]

Drift out the front blade and you will find the screw that holds the base.

[jackv]

Lhitchcox.

Thanks for the tip. Worked great. What is your opinion of the set up I have? Planning on going elk
hunting Wyoming next year.

Jackv

[Shooter59937]

Your gun should serve well as an elk gun. 7mm mag is a good round for larger game.