Patent ID: 6622415
Filing Date: 2003-09-23
Classification: F41G

Abstract:
An adjustable sight assembly for attachment to a firearm, comprising:a base rigidly attachable to a firearm, said base defining a recessed portion; a plate having a first end and a second end, said plate fitting loosely within said recessed portion of said base; a windage adjustment assembly cooperating with said base and said first end of said plate for effecting side-to-side movement of said plate within said recessed portion of said base, said windage adjustment assembly further defining a pivotal coupling of said plate to said base at said first end wherein said second end of said plate moves along an arc when said plate is pivoted about said first end; an elevation adjustment assembly cooperating with said base and said second end of said plate for effecting elevation of said second end of said plate along said arc by pivoting said plate about said first end thereof; and a sight pivotally coupled to said plate wherein said sight can lie against said plate when not in use and can be rotated approximately 90Â° to extend vertically from said plate when in use.