Sometimes called "fine" sights, old timers believed that very low sights minimized error.
Today we know that the "mirage" effect from barrel heat eliminates any advantage of low sights.
Rounded .050" thick silver blade is .175" tall. The brass dovetail base is .370" long, .600 wide, and .062" deep.
Polished silver blade with brass base.
Today we know that the "mirage" effect from barrel heat eliminates any advantage of low sights.
Rounded .050" thick silver blade is .175" tall. The brass dovetail base is .370" long, .600 wide, and .062" deep.
Polished silver blade with brass base.
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