The diopter sight, despite the fact that it has been known for a long time, is still used by hunting lovers. Moreover, the presented device has significant advantages over modern optics. Thanks to him, the front sight can be aligned quickly, and the accuracy of the sight will be very high. With these qualities, the presented device is only slightly inferior to modern optical sights. However, from mechanical options, the device is the best.
The diopter sight also has such advantages: it is very durable, it can be used in any weather, and the weight of the rifle along with the device will be small.
Shooting weapons with such a device has its own characteristics. First of all, you need to bring the sight close to the eye and look through the hole. The fly should not be aimed at the target, but under it. Only in this case it will be possible to clearly see both the target and the image of the front sight.
When shooting, a person does not have to look at the whole, but through him, so there is no need to try to see several objects at different distances at once. This is another advantage
A diopter sight also requires good
depth of field. Therefore, in this device, the hole is quite narrow. This helps to cut off excess scattering light rays, the target is more clearly visible.
The presented sights are used for hunting, since with optics it is quite difficult to shoot at moving targets. As for the presented accessory, from it you can easily knock down an animal that is at a distance of 100-150 meters and moves. It is better to use a pillar with a diameter of 4.8 mm (for good accuracy of the shot). In this case, the target can be seen even in low light.
The diopter sight must also have a high-quality front sight. It can be of different shapes and colors. The choice of front sight depends on when and what you will shoot. If shooting will be conducted during the day, then you can select the element in black. As for the form, now round elements are quite popular.
The presented device can be used for almost any rifle, as well as machine guns. It is not necessary to look at the whole. You can only see the target through the front sight. Moreover, the device will be useful only over long distances. Therefore, often these sights are used by athletes who must hit exactly the target at a great distance from it.
Various companies produce accessories that help facilitate aiming. That is, separately you can buy flies, and even pillars. As for the device itself, you can buy a diopter sight in a weapons store or in an online store. No special permission is required. And its cost is low - about 80 US dollars.
The presented device is an ideal solution for athletes and hunters. So have a nice victory for you!