Multiple sight gun sight assembly

Abstract

A system and method for providing multiple sights includes a number of sights that are attached to a sight assembly. The sight assembly is securable to a firearm and configured such that a shooter can selectively utilize one of the number of sights tailored for number of respective distances. Preferably, the sights are connected such that moving one sight out of a shooting line of sight brings another sight into the shooting line of sight. Such a sight assembly allows a shooter to quickly configure a firearm for accurate shooting at a variety of distances.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]The present invention relates generally to a firearm sight and, more particularly, to a sight assembly having multiple independent oculars or sights.[0002]Fire arm sight assemblies generally include an ocular or sight that is attached to the firearm to assist the shooter with aligning the bore of the firearm with an intended target. Commonly, the shooter adjusts either the sight relative to the firearm, or the orientation of the sight relative to the target, to accommodate different shooting conditions. For example, if a projectile will be subjected to a crossing wind during the travel of the projectile to the target, the shooter can lateral translate the sight relative to the bore of the firearm, or simply aim the firearm at a sight that is offset from an intended projectile impact area. These variations in lateral alignment of the sight and / or the firearm with the intended target are commonly referred to as windage adjustments.[0003]Another type of...

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Benefits of technology

[0008]The present invention provides a system and method of providing a firearm sight assembly that overcomes one or more of the aforementioned drawbacks. The firearm sight assembly includes a number of sights in a common assembly. The sight assembly according to one aspect of the invention is securable to a firearm and configured such that a shooter can selectively utilize one of the number of sights tailored for a number of respective distances. Preferably, the sights are connected such that moving one sight out of a shooting line of sight brings another sight into the shooting line of sight. Such a sight assembly allows a shooter to quickly configure a firearm for accurate shooting at a variety of distances.

[0010]A further aspect of the invention is disclosed as a sight assembly that includes a number of sights that are connected to a hub. The sight assembly includes a first portion for engaging a firearm and a second portion for engaging the first portion. A pivot is engaged with the hub and rotationally connects the number of sights to the second portion of the sight assembly such that each of the number of sights rotates between a use position and a stored position. The axis and hub are oriented such that the respective positions are oriented in a common plane. Such a construction provides a sight assembly that is simple to operate and can efficiently implemented across a range of firearm products.

[0011]Yet another aspect of the invention discloses a method of providing a firearm sight. The method includes providing a frame for being connected to a firearm and providing a mount that engages the frame. A first and a second sight are provided and connected to the mount such that a position of the first sight is fixed relative to the second sight and such that the first sight and the second sight can rotate about an axis generally aligned with a bore of the firearm. Such a construction provides a sight assembly that can be efficiently produced and provides for repeatable sight positioning even when exposed to harsh operating conditions and environments.

Problems solved by technology

The ability to accurately hit a target is complicated by both the ambient conditions and the range between the shooter and the target.

The problems associated with the aiming of the firearm mentioned above are magnified as the operable range of the firearm increases.

Small misalignments of the firearm relative to a distant target will yield unintended or undesired impacts.

Depending on a given shooters prior experience, even with the assistance of known shooting aids, the ability to train a shooter to accurately acquire and fire upon a variety of targets within a 2000 yard operating range of a firearm can be a time consuming and expensive endeavor.

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