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I agree someone buggered that up but why is the question! Do you reckon the solder was to keep the front sight post from moving around? Makes no sense otherwise. Shouldn't be an expensive repair I wouldn't think either. I'd want a competent armorer/gunsmith working on it however. Also, Just a question. The pic you show from the front of the barrel looking towards the rear is it possible that the magazine bands are loose allowing the magazine to twist some making it appear as if the front sight is completely off center?

Good question. As soon as i get home ill check and let you know. What happens if thats not the case?

Well i just checked and the magazine bands arent loose. I also looked at it from the top of the barrel and it just looks off to one side.

Good call Red...

There is a pin. Now I suspect the sight was loose and thus the solder. Replacing the assembly might be necessary. Unless, a Smith can crimp the assembly without breaking.

Im pretty sure you are right red. Ive contacted a gunsmith and im going to take it to them in about a week or two

Let us know how you make out...