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Mues Rifle Back Sight

c. 1935
Overview

Metal rear sights for a rifle

Historical information

Improved Old Model Sights made about 1935. Made to withstand the extra strain and recoil when using Mark VII ammunition (D Attwood Collection)

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-205-2022.96
Inscriptions and markings

“Mues DD”

Contextual information

The discipline of Target Rifle shooting requires front and rear sighting equipment attached to the top of the rifle for sighting the target. The rear 'sights' provided for adjustments to factor in elevation (distance from shooter to the target) and windage. The windage adjustment counters the strength and direction of the wind by pointing the rifle into the direction of the wind but allows for the shooter to look directly at the target.

Year
c. 1935
Last modified
Monday, 30 January, 2023
West Australian Rifle Association

West Australian Rifle Association

Mues rear sights
“Mues DD” Rear sights made about 1935. Made to withstand the extra strain and recoil when using Mark VII ammunition (D Attwood Collection)

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