S&W K&L Frame Rear Adjustable Sight Body – Used Part# KLkit162E

Smith & Wesson K&L Frame Rear Adjustable Sight Body – Used

Part# KLkit162E | Old Style Square Front Tang | Tang : 1.95" | 3" Barrel & Longer

This is a used rear adjustable sight body only — no blade, elevation screw, windage screw, or stud included. Parts are needed to complete a rebuild. Inspect the photo carefully and verify the 1.95" tang measurement matches your firearm before ordering.

Factory Smith & Wesson blue steel part. This old-style square front adjustable rear sight body is a direct drop-in fit for K-Frame and L-Frame revolvers with 3" barrels or longer.

Compatible Models

K Frame:

• Model 14-3 through 14-6 (1982–1999)
• Model 15-3 through 15-6 (1982–1999)
• Model 16-3 through 16-4 (1974–1993)
• Model 17-3 through 17-6 (1982–1998)
• Model 18-3 (1982–1985)
• Model 19-3 through 19-6 (1982–1999)
• Model 66 through 66-3 (1971–1993)
• Model 67 through 67-2 (1972–1988)

L Frame:

• Model 586, 586-1, 586-3 (1980–1999) Classic square-front tang
• Model 686, 686-1, 686-3 (1980–2000) Classic black oxide square-front tang

⚠️ S&W produced multiple rear sight leaf variants over the years. Please measure your revolver’s top-strap sight channel or original sight leaf body to confirm the 1.95" length matches your exact firearm before ordering.

💡 Fitment Note: Fits 3" barrel and longer revolvers only. Not compatible with 2" snub-nose models.

Parts Needed to Rebuild This Sight

This sight body requires the following additional parts to complete a rebuild:

• Elevation Stud: Smith & Wesson Rear Sight Elevation Stud – K, L, N, X Frame – 071800000
• Blade Kit (choose one):
  • K/L/N Frame Rear Sight Blade Kit – .160" Black – 191490000
  • K/L/N/X Frame Rear Sight Blade Kit – .160" White Outline – 191480000
  • K/L/N/X Frame Rear Sight Blade Kit – .146" Black – 191450000
  • K/L/N Frame Rear Sight Blade Kit – .146" White Outline – 191440000
  • K/L/N/X Frame Rear Sight Blade Kit – .126" Black – 191470000
  • K/L/N/X Frame Rear Sight Blade Kit – .126" White Outline – 191460000

Part Details

• OEM Smith & Wesson factory part
• Condition: Used – sight body only, no blade or hardware
• Frame Size: K-Frame & L-Frame
• Tang Width: 1.95" (See Pictures)
• Tang Style: Old Style Square Front
• Finish: Blue Steel
• Barrel Requirement: 3" and longer only

K/L-Frame Blade Height Reference Chart

Use the chart below to determine which blade height is correct for your model and barrel length:

Installation Note

Disassembly and reassembly required. Installation and fitting by a qualified gunsmith is recommended. Factory replacement parts are manufactured to original S&W specifications and tolerances.

How to Find Your Model Number

Swing out the cylinder and check behind the yoke on the frame. Model numbers were introduced in 1957–58. If no model number is present, your revolver may pre-date 1957. Contact us with your serial number and we can help identify the correct part.

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