The HiViz green overmolded front sight for the S&W 617, 647 and 648 is a replacement front blade for those revolvers (HiViz part no. SW617G). This version has a green LitePipe. HiViz uses a resin overmold design that it calls the most durable sight available. The color is fixed, and the installed sight height is 0.165 inch. It is pinned in place, so it must be fit and drilled for the pin.

Key Specifications

• The sight fits Smith & Wesson 617, 647 and 648 revolvers.
• The LitePipe color is green, and the color is fixed.
• The LitePipe diameter is 0.090 inch, a size that is easy to pick up quickly.
• The blade is 0.125 inch wide and 0.165 inch tall, which is the installed sight height.
• The design is a resin overmold, which HiViz calls the most durable sight available.
• Construction is all steel, a durable base for the LitePipe.
• HiViz states pinned sights must be fit and drilled for the pin and recommends installation by a qualified gunsmith.
• HiViz backs the sight with a limited lifetime warranty under normal conditions and proper use of the firearm.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the green version fit the 647 and 648? Yes. HiViz lists the Smith & Wesson 617, 647 and 648 revolvers.

Is the color changeable? No. The color is fixed, and this version is green.

Is it a gunsmith installation? HiViz says pinned sights must be fit and drilled for the pin and recommends installation by a qualified gunsmith.

Buy the HiViz Green Overmolded Front Sight for S&W 617, 647 and 648

Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop, then see more gun sights for revolvers and pistols, with fast direct shipping on every order.