If I May, I have been doing this for years and a few tips I have learned. I do use the tape exactly like you do, I use 3 coats like you recommend, However I really clean the sight with alcohol first and I do use car paint primer, 2-3 coats before the colored paint. I do use a round tooth pick to apply the paint. I have found dipping in just the tip of the tooth pick, dab the excess on a tissue, I get the EXACT amount of paint on the sight. The last thing I do is I take the tape off, and with a clean tooth pic I apply a few light dabs of super glue to harden the surface.
I got some fluorescent from Amazon,,, the nail polish in my opinion works better. I painted my front sight bright orange and the back sight white. It works out very well.
@@rj1234100 no I just looked for the brighest orange color in walmart that was about 2 years ago and its still very bright on my front sight. its a (neon pop) called Salon Perfect.
I did this on a 1911 and a Glock 19 over 25 years ago and they are both still on there and just as shiny and eye catching as the day I did it. Good stuff.
I did the same thing on my Smith and Wesson 442 and my Rock Island Armory m 206, using Testors model paint, applied with a toothpick, after cleaning with rubbing alcohol. Since both guns are black, I did nothing to the rear sights. The improvement is amazing, beyond anything I expected. Last week at the range, all 5 from the Smith and Wesson, and all 6 from the Rock Island Armory (first cylinder) were in the target's kill zone at 7 yards.
If you need to change your POA to match POI you can paint just the lower half of the front sight. The upper part will fade out of sight and you will shoot higher. This may give you a 6:00 hold or simply land you on target
I agree, with both front and rear sight the same color it is hard to aim it quickly. I will most definitely try your suggestion and I think it will help. I think I will go with red instead...I love my 605 but it packed quite a punch with the .357mag. So I ordered a Pachmayr 3 finger wood grip from Amazon for $35.00. It was for a Taurus 85 small frame and fit my 605 perfectly. Installation time was less than 5 min. Improved the look and feel !! The .357mag are no problem now..
Suggestion: put a coat of "clear" nail polish on the front sight to further protect against wear. Also, blackening the rear sight is equally helpful .. but again; consider coating with clear nail polish. There are dark nail polishes which will also provide a contrast between front and rear sights, but markers are not as durable as mail polish. It probably depends on how likely you are to use the pistol in inclement weather (markers are subject to degradation in rainy conditions.).
I painted my 85 but I had some ac orange paint. I just sprayed the cap and dabbed it with my finger on. Took seconds with no tape. It’s been my dirty truck gun for two years and still looks like the day I done it
With the nail polish you should do like my wife.....use the paint while we are on a road trip INSIDE the truck, once done painting she holds her hands near the AC vents on HIGH for 250 miles filling the truck with more fumes. Bingo her nails look good and me and my son are high!
I have a holster that appears to be the same, it fits my 85, 605 and J-Frame smith. It is a Bianchi 100-Sz 1. I also have a Fobus paddle holster no. TA 65. I use white-out on front sights.
Got the 605 stainless aswell .. did the Hogue Mono grip switch and used tritium paint for the sights .👌🏼Thanks again for the work well done. Cheers 👊🏼💯
I applied a light coat of chrome nail polish to the front sight and then a very light coat of orange. Enough to stand out but just fill in the ridges of the sight. It really catches the light when the ridges are visible slightly. Didn't need tape, have enough experience painting small things but would recommend it if you're not good with a small paint brush. You can follow up with a coat of top coat but if you have decent nail polish it lasts a long time. Didn't do the rear since I've got the black oxide version.
I used a sharpie, no tape just put a blob of orange nail polish on the sight let it sit upright overnight, it dried perfectly, nothing has came off after 3 cleanings so far. Makes a huge difference.
Great video, and excellent idea with the painters tape. I'm not the best at staying in the lines, so marking that front sight off is a great recommendation.
To paint the front sight of my Ruger LCR, I didn't need tape to mask-off other areas, I simply used a very fine, artist-oriented paint brush instead, with excellent results (it came out neater than this). These brushes are cheap and available on Amazon, as was the Testors bright orange paint. I painted only the top half of the ramp.
My wife has a 605. She's pretty accurate with it for what it is but for some reason i can't hit shit with it. I'm really good with everything else but for some reason it seems like sights function differently with revolvers. My dad has a saa 10 22 revolver that i am innacurate with too
Do yourself a couple of favors if you try this. First, use PAINT. It's harder and drys brighter. Cover it with a clear nail polish if you want. Second, use a TOOTHPICK, not a brush. One small drop per coat is all you need and the sharp point of the toothpick is easy to control with precision.
I would also suggest metallic markers. Four pack available at Walmart for $1.97. They are very bright and help you zero in on the front sight. Also, if your wife or girlfriend has a long-wearing matte lipstick in red or orange that also can work well.
Only have two questions, 1 would you recommend a clear coat of some kind on top of the paint and marker, and 2 how well does it stay on while cleaning your gun? I am use to shooting any where from 50 to 100 rounds threw my 605 everytime I'm at the range so gun does get decently dirty
As an old revolver man, I'll say this....if your front sight is on the threat, you're good. The round may be a little high or low, but they will be springing a leak. Most snub nose revolvers tend to shoot low. CORRECTION: Most people tend to shoot low with a snub nose revolver. It isn't the gun's fault. Shooter's point low so they can "find" that front sight, but it isn't in the rear sight notch.
Whether you use paint or nail polish it ends up looking cheap and sloppy and if you are careful and don't put the gun in and out of a holster it might last you one trip to the Target Range.
Unfortunately I cannot find a model number for the holster. It was $54 at my local gun shop. But the grips are Hogue Monogrips for Taurus small-frame revolver. They are $25 on Ebay.
Hey Ari, hope you’re well. Your vids helped me a great deal. Bought some bright orange nail polish. for a front sight. Would like to ask you about the Amazon program you’re a part of. Can you send me your email? Thx RC
You know what, your talk about man's talk, is trash talk and, I am going post. On how to choose the right color for day and night vision because you have no idea. You had the idea it help improve a small revolver pistol 605, 357 magnum 5 shot. I myself Owen one for self-defense. And also for self-defense you need to buy yourself some hydroshot rounds 115 grain 38 special plus P excellent grouping tight pattern.
Looks like shit. Glow in the dark sight paint is the way to go. Even street florecent orange aerosol marker is great especially for old white front sights.
Nail lacquer is a good idea, but you have no idea on color which colors to use for night vision nor tackle training. You going to get someone hurt if not killed. Also you stated man talk then deleted review which was good. Just remember people if your going to use nail lacquer used to color white or yellow. And never buy a chrome looking pistol Bob one that's blooms or black for concealment and self-defense just because you flash a chrome gun will not save your life remember. unsubscribing right now
If I May, I have been doing this for years and a few tips I have learned. I do use the tape exactly like you do, I use 3 coats like you recommend, However I really clean the sight with alcohol first and I do use car paint primer, 2-3 coats before the colored paint. I do use a round tooth pick to apply the paint. I have found dipping in just the tip of the tooth pick, dab the excess on a tissue, I get the EXACT amount of paint on the sight. The last thing I do is I take the tape off, and with a clean tooth pic I apply a few light dabs of super glue to harden the surface.
Nice I'm gonna do it your way next time.ty
@Jack Boudreaux you came to this same video you fucking moron stfu
Great tips
Testors fluorescent Hobby Paint works much better. $1.79(1/4oz) at Hobby Lobby. Fluorescent Yellow, Orange, Green or Red available.
I got some fluorescent from Amazon,,, the nail polish in my opinion works better. I painted my front sight bright orange and the back sight white. It works out very well.
John Hutzel I was thinking some kind of glow in the dark nail polish for my sights, would that be a good option?
@@rj1234100 I tried glow in the dark before it does NOT glow for long periods of time. The really bright nail polish seems to be the best choice.
John None Thank you, any specific brand you recommend?
@@rj1234100 no I just looked for the brighest orange color in walmart that was about 2 years ago and its still very bright on my front sight. its a (neon pop) called Salon Perfect.
I'm doing this for my 605, 66, and 627. The sticker on my 627 came off. Thanks for the tip!
I did this on a 1911 and a Glock 19 over 25 years ago and they are both still on there and just as shiny and eye catching as the day I did it. Good stuff.
I did the same thing on my Smith and Wesson 442 and my Rock Island Armory m 206, using Testors model paint, applied with a toothpick, after cleaning with rubbing alcohol. Since both guns are black, I did nothing to the rear sights. The improvement is amazing, beyond anything I expected. Last week at the range, all 5 from the Smith and Wesson, and all 6 from the Rock Island Armory (first cylinder) were in the target's kill zone at 7 yards.
If you need to change your POA to match POI you can paint just the lower half of the front sight. The upper part will fade out of sight and you will shoot higher. This may give you a 6:00 hold or simply land you on target
I agree, with both front and rear sight the same color it is hard to aim it quickly. I will most definitely try your suggestion and I think it will help. I think I will go with red instead...I love my 605 but it packed quite a punch with the .357mag. So I ordered a Pachmayr 3 finger wood grip from Amazon for $35.00. It was for a Taurus 85 small frame and fit my 605 perfectly. Installation time was less than 5 min. Improved the look and feel !! The .357mag are no problem now..
Dude that sounds nice. Could you link to that Amazon listing? I may buy one.
mickey dee33 thanks much for the tip my friend!!!
@@aricohen616 Pachmayr 63080 Renegade Wood Laminate Pistol Grips, Taurus, Small Frame, Rosewood Checkered www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y2HZ386/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_CJEYBbX9ECD9M
Suggestion: put a coat of "clear" nail polish on the front sight to further protect against wear.
Also, blackening the rear sight is equally helpful .. but again; consider coating with clear nail polish. There are dark nail polishes which will also provide a contrast between front and rear sights, but markers are not as durable as mail polish. It probably depends on how likely you are to use the pistol in inclement weather (markers are subject to degradation in rainy conditions.).
I painted my 85 but I had some ac orange paint. I just sprayed the cap and dabbed it with my finger on. Took seconds with no tape. It’s been my dirty truck gun for two years and still looks like the day I done it
Thanks! Another great improvement- $25 for the ClipDraw. Won’t need a holster for your snubby again!
I definitely need to do this to my 605! Thanks for the tip bro!
With the nail polish you should do like my wife.....use the paint while we are on a road trip INSIDE the truck, once done painting she holds her hands near the AC vents on HIGH for 250 miles filling the truck with more fumes. Bingo her nails look good and me and my son are high!
too funny!!
Just wanted to give a quick word of thanks for your videos on this gun. I just got one, and I really like it! I will be doing these mods!
I have a holster that appears to be the same, it fits my 85, 605 and J-Frame smith. It is a Bianchi 100-Sz 1. I also have a Fobus paddle holster no. TA 65. I use white-out on front sights.
What a saint. Like 10 ppl all asked about his holster to no reply. I have an M 856, same frame size but its a 6 shot in 38 special, that outta fit?
just got my 605 and was wondering what I can do to make the sight picture a tad more visible... great idea!! many thanks!
I did this to mine, it's officially an Xtreme Taurus 605B2, black, with a touch of sassy on the tip.
Got the 605 stainless aswell .. did the Hogue Mono grip switch and used tritium paint for the sights .👌🏼Thanks again for the work well done. Cheers 👊🏼💯
I applied a light coat of chrome nail polish to the front sight and then a very light coat of orange. Enough to stand out but just fill in the ridges of the sight. It really catches the light when the ridges are visible slightly. Didn't need tape, have enough experience painting small things but would recommend it if you're not good with a small paint brush. You can follow up with a coat of top coat but if you have decent nail polish it lasts a long time. Didn't do the rear since I've got the black oxide version.
Next time you record a video turn the volume up on your end. We can always turn it down while viewing if it's too loud.
Absolutely turn it up. I don't think I heard a single word he was saying. Sounded like he was mumbling.
I used a sharpie, no tape just put a blob of orange nail polish on the sight let it sit upright overnight, it dried perfectly, nothing has came off after 3 cleanings so far. Makes a huge difference.
Hey...thanks for taking the time to do these videos. Been very helpful with my revolver.
Good video. I have an 85, thank you. Volume was too low.
If you have a steady hand, you don't need no tape. The front side is serrated which makes it very easy to put paint on it if you paint side to side.
I really like the idea of tape being used!! My dad would put a dab of white on his front site's. Thanks much and blessings 😇
What type holster are you carry in you’re Taurus 605 revolver??
Great video, and excellent idea with the painters tape. I'm not the best at staying in the lines, so marking that front sight off is a great recommendation.
They have solved that problem with the newer guns
Where did you get the holster??? Leather holsters with hammer guards are so hard to find
I would like to know the answer to this question as well.
I use an Exacto Knife and a hair dryer to clean the sight up and ensure the paint dries hard.
Enjoyed your presentation Ari. It's similar to a solution for the Ruger EC9s which uses forged sights.
To paint the front sight of my Ruger LCR, I didn't need tape to mask-off other areas, I simply used a very fine, artist-oriented paint brush instead, with excellent results (it came out neater than this). These brushes are cheap and available on Amazon, as was the Testors bright orange paint. I painted only the top half of the ramp.
Hello Ari, what is the name of the Taurus 605 Holster you have there?
My wife has a 605. She's pretty accurate with it for what it is but for some reason i can't hit shit with it. I'm really good with everything else but for some reason it seems like sights function differently with revolvers. My dad has a saa 10 22 revolver that i am innacurate with too
Testors model paints also come in Flourescent Yellow, Green and Red. Addin my two cents lol
I use Hard As Nails fingernail polish ...works like a charm.
Dang thats an awsome idea. I hope my wife has some red pollish.
Hey brother great video n love the holster
What kind is it and how much did it cost
And where can I get one
Isn't it great how this guy answered your question? Gee, I think I'll subscribe.
Funny I had the same question. The hell with this fucker.
@@Dr.Pepper001 he died in a gun fight
Do yourself a couple of favors if you try this. First, use PAINT. It's harder and drys brighter. Cover it with a clear nail polish if you want. Second, use a TOOTHPICK, not a brush. One small drop per coat is all you need and the sharp point of the toothpick is easy to control with precision.
Hola cohen,muy original pintar el guio.
Me podrias decir que marca y modelo es ese grips de goma.saludos desde Argentina.
Muito bom, vou fazer no meu 357/605 , melhora em muito a vizada.
Alenaldo Alves de Sá ficou bom? Estou pensando em fazer no meu 605.
I have been looking 4 Glow In The Dark nail polish, preferably in 1 of those florescent colors-pink would stand out on a 856!
Looks great. I just purchased a model 65 and I'm looking for options on how to paint that front sight. Thanks.
I got the exact same nail polish. Works great.
I would also suggest metallic markers. Four pack available at Walmart for $1.97. They are very bright and help you zero in on the front sight. Also, if your wife or girlfriend has a long-wearing matte lipstick in red or orange that also can work well.
Did the same thing with “traffic cone orange” nail polish from Walmart.
Fluorescent paint pens work well to.
Only have two questions, 1 would you recommend a clear coat of some kind on top of the paint and marker, and 2 how well does it stay on while cleaning your gun? I am use to shooting any where from 50 to 100 rounds threw my 605 everytime I'm at the range so gun does get decently dirty
Sir just get the 3"barrel Taurus m856 defender glow front sites come with it 👍🏿😊
Can you use non-acetone on a revolver?
Good idea.ive done this before but I like your method..
A hair dryer might speed up the drying process.just a thought
Nice holster what kind?
Need to do this to my single army
Why aren't more revolvers using fiber optics??
I do the same but I think yellow is more visible.
As an old revolver man, I'll say this....if your front sight is on the threat, you're good. The round may be a little high or low, but they will be springing a leak. Most snub nose revolvers tend to shoot low. CORRECTION: Most people tend to shoot low with a snub nose revolver. It isn't the gun's fault. Shooter's point low so they can "find" that front sight, but it isn't in the rear sight notch.
How well did this hold up. Just curious if you would need to redo it every month, or if it lasts a year. Great simple fix either way.
I like the grips. Are those are S&W grips?
Great Video...
Testor’s white followed by Testor’s orange another option.
Good advice on the sights, seems to be prevalent with revolver makers (cost). The houge grips look really nice how much are they? Thanx P.S.
I wonder what they thought in the store when they see a guy buying nail polish. Lol.
who fucking cares fruit loop
I usually borrow my wifes'
Jon Olson no the fruit loop would be the guy buying the nail polish
Nothing. It’s the 21st century. People know nail polish can be used for different things.
Pull out the gun, and say: "this".
Hello where did u purchase your holster
Hey Ari what kind of holster you using for your snubby 605 and do they have it in blk??
Please post the iwb holster name and brand thanks.
Can u put a rear sights??
Thanks for the good instructional vid.
Please... holster and grips ! Model please , looks great ! And what about the trigger weight ?
Unfortunately I cannot find a model number for the holster. But the grips are Hogue Monogrips for Taurus small-frame revolver.
Thanks !!!
What does it look like at night?
Is that a Don Hume holster?
We can see where the tape was on the barrel.
How’s the gun holding up man ?
Where did you get your holster?
Did the same to mine, used some model paint I've had for 35 years, ya I'm an old fuck.
What holster is that?
At least You found one in stainless steel
Can I just take mine to the Asian women at the nail salon in the mall?
Hand it to them barrel first.
Whether you use paint or nail polish it ends up looking cheap and sloppy and if you are careful and don't put the gun in and out of a holster it might last you one trip to the Target Range.
Do you know what the coating is on the M605SS ?
what is the part number of the holster in video
Unfortunately I cannot find a model number for the holster. It was $54 at my local gun shop. But the grips are Hogue Monogrips for Taurus small-frame revolver. They are $25 on Ebay.
Nice video
Info on the holster please
Unfortunately I cannot find a model number for the holster. But the grips are Hogue Monogrips for Taurus small-frame revolver.
Very nice I will do the same
Cost me 4000$ sharpie markers are 3,999$ here
Audio's way too low.
2:12 lmao that’s why mine looks kinda goofy and thick. I’ve never painted anything with a brush so makes sense
Hey Ari,
hope you’re well. Your vids helped me a great deal. Bought some bright orange nail polish.
for a front sight.
Would like to ask you about the Amazon program you’re a part of.
Can you send me your email?
Thx
RC
Is self defence situation you won’t have time to line that up , just learn how to buss body. Posture But if u use it for target shooting is alright
Appliance paint
When using a snub-nose you don't need sights your just that close!!!
Your wrong
Only problem is if you’re aiming at a Hunter!
I Alway's Buy Blued Revolver's & Not Stainless,
Then I Paint The Front Sight
& It Really Stand's Out...
Mumble ,Mumble , Mumble!! Speak up son , old farts watch this stuff . :)
He can't. It echos in the basement and then his mom yells at him to keep it down.
I wish i could hear you.
White Out
You know what, your talk about man's talk, is trash talk and, I am going post. On how to choose the right color for day and night vision because you have no idea. You had the idea it help improve a small revolver pistol 605, 357 magnum 5 shot. I myself Owen one for self-defense. And also for self-defense you need to buy yourself some hydroshot rounds 115 grain 38 special plus P excellent grouping tight pattern.
Cool story bro.
wack video,
Looks like shit. Glow in the dark sight paint is the way to go. Even street florecent orange aerosol marker is great especially for old white front sights.
Nail lacquer is a good idea, but you have no idea on color which colors to use for night vision nor tackle training. You going to get someone hurt if not killed. Also you stated man talk then deleted review which was good. Just remember people if your going to use nail lacquer used to color white or yellow. And never buy a chrome looking pistol Bob one that's blooms or black for concealment and self-defense just because you flash a chrome gun will not save your life remember. unsubscribing right now
Where did you get that holster?