How do I change the bead sight on my shotgun?

[ths78]

I've got a benelli nova and would like to swap the front bead sight for another. How do I take the one off...does it screw off, or is it permanent?

thanks,
ths78

[mauser06]

dont know about that gun. some guns have beads that are press fitted on and are permanant. others will unscrew...take a look and see if you cant tell.

they make some that pop right on the rib and can be put directly behind your factory bead...always an option...

[Dixon]

I just looked at mine. I'm at a loss. It does indeed look permanent. However, I can't imagine that they would put one on that's permanent.

[stalkingbear]

I'm pretty sure the bead screws off but you will need a specialized bead removal/installation tool to do it properly without damaging it.