Runs With Fire
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What is the engineering purpose of the thin lines that run center down the length of a weaver rail? The weaver rail has so many nooks and crannies in the design. So many little corners and angle changes. But why?
This. It is also why the typical old school weaver rail has the deep, lengthwise slot. Once upon a time nearly all sporting rifles had usable iron sights which were carefully zeroed before a scope was installed. If the scope became unusable due to accident or weather conditions, it could be removed and the hunt continued.Possibly to reduce glare?
Wouldn't be the first thing that was microgrooved for that purpose.
More like "Probable" and if you look at other firearms, you will see that steps are taken to reduce the glare on this horizontal plain. Next time you look at one of your handguns, especially the SS ones, check our the top strap and top rail/rib. I know some handgun shooters that make modification to the glare.Possibly to reduce glare?
Wouldn't be the first thing that was microgrooved for that purpose.