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.312″ Marble Arms 31-W Barrel Mount Front Sight 3/32″ Gold Bead

UPC: 871373002430

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Description

If you've got an older lever gun or a scopeless rifle that needs a fresh front bead, the Marble Arms 31-W is one of those parts that just belongs on the gun. It carries a 3/32" gold bead sitting .312" high on a .531" wide base, made to slide into a common 3/8" barrel dovetail. That gold bead catches light and pulls your eye to it in a hurry, which is exactly what you want when the target isn't holding still.

Marble Arms has been shaping front sights with this same contour since the early 1900s, and the reason folks keep coming back is simple: they're all steel, cleanly machined, and they look right on a classic rifle. The gold bead reads well against dark timber and shaded backgrounds, and it pairs beautifully with a peep or a semi-buckhorn rear if you're building out an iron sight setup.

Where the 31-W Front Sight Earns Its Keep

This height and width combo is a popular fit for Winchester, Marlin, Savage and other lever and bolt guns wearing a standard 3/8" dovetail. The .312" height is a common replacement dimension, but sight height is always tied to your specific barrel and rear sight, so it pays to measure your old sight before ordering. Getting the front and rear heights matched up is what keeps your point of impact where it should be.

Fitting the Marble Arms 31-W

Dovetail sights are rarely a pure drop-in, and this one is no different. Most installs go smoothly with a brass punch and a little patience, though it's normal to do a touch of light filing on the base for a snug, drift-adjustable fit. Take your time, go slow on the metal, and you'll end up with a tight sight you can tap left or right to zero your windage. Done right, it looks like it left the factory that way.

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Marble Arms
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 203131
  • UPC: 871373002430
  • Model: 31-W
  • Sight Height: .312" (measured bottom of dovetail to top of bead)
  • Base Width: .531"
  • Bead Size: 3/32"
  • Bead Color: Gold / Brass
  • Dovetail: Standard 3/8" barrel dovetail
  • Mounting Style: Barrel Mounted
  • Material: Steel
  • Country of Origin: Made in USA

What’s Included

  • Marble Arms 31-W barrel-mounted front sight with 3/32" gold bead

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifles does the Marble Arms 31-W front sight fit?

It's built for any rifle cut with a standard 3/8" barrel dovetail, which covers a lot of classic Winchester, Marlin, Savage and similar lever and bolt guns. Since it's a dovetail sight rather than a ramp or screw-on, it slides directly into the barrel slot. Always confirm your barrel has the 3/8" dovetail and check your existing sight height before ordering.

How is the .312" height measured on this front sight?

Marble measures the height from the bottom of the dovetail to the top of the bead, so this sight comes in at .312". Your correct height depends on your specific barrel diameter and the rear sight you're running. The best move is to measure your old front sight and match it, or work out the math against your rear sight adjustment range.

Does the 31-W require fitting, or does it just drop in?

Dovetail front sights usually take a little fitting rather than dropping straight in. Most people tap it in with a brass punch and do a bit of light filing on the base for a snug fit. Once it's seated properly you can drift it left or right to dial in your windage.

Why choose a gold bead over ivory or fiber optic?

A gold bead shows up well against dark, shaded, or wooded backgrounds and gives your rifle a traditional, warm look that suits classic guns. Ivory tends to pop more in low light or against dark game, while fiber optic glows brightest in daylight. Gold is the go-to for that timeless field-and-timber setup.

Additional information

UPC

871373002430

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Part Number

203131

Color

Gold

Style

Barrel Mounted

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