Abstract:
A sight, especially a peep sight for bows or firearms, having two parts of contrasting colors including a first housing part or a first color and a second insert part of a second, contrasting color/tone, received within a bore formed through the first housing part. The insert can have one of a plurality of selectable aperture widths depending upon the lighting conditions and use desired and may be permanently press fit into the housing or, alternately, threaded into the housing so that the peep includes an insert having contrasting color/tone with the housing to thereby create concentric rings of different colors around the peep hole.

Description:
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 
       [0001]    This invention relates generally to peep sights used for archery and firearms, and more particularly to such sights with where you have contrasting colors for improved focus in low-lights and general lighting conditions. 
         [0002]    A peep sight is a rear reference point to help aim a bow or gun. For a bow a peep sight is usually attached to the bowstring and is essentially a hole which you look through to assist in aiming. For a firearm a peep sight is usually attached to the rear of the firearm and is essentially a hole which you look through to assist in aiming. While it is possible to shoot a how or firearm without a peep sight, it can be difficult to anchor a bow or firearm back to the same location, or anchor point, which results in less accuracy. Peep sights are very common and most archers. military, officers, and sports shooters use them as they allow the shooter to aim faster and more accurately. 
         [0003]    One drawback with peeps sights for archery and firearms is that they can be difficult to see through when shooting in low light or peony lit conditions. Low light and poorly lit conditions are especially common when hunting which occurs mostly at sunrise and sunset, as well as for target archers for in and outdoor competitions and for military, police officers, and SWAT in their daily job. In these low and poorly lit situations, a common problem is that the Shooter of the bow or firearm can see the target when not looking through the peep, but when the shooter tries to aim the bow or firearm and looks through the peep which constricts the sight window and makes it difficult to aim or even see through the peep, such encountered when hunting, target competition, and on the job. For example, most peep apertures of aluminum, plastic or titanium are cylindrical bores. In low light conditions, the cylindrical bore impedes visual clarity and target visibility. One solution to this is presented in U.S. Pat. No. 6,981,329 to Strathman, wherein the peep aperture of a plastic or aluminum sight includes two opposing, intersecting frusto-conical recesses which are tapered equally at approximately 35 to 450 degrees to equally deflect light and form an inside, defined edge of the peep sight aperture. Although the Stratham peep construction cam sometimes provide improved target visibility, many times it can deflect too much light. This can sometimes make it difficult to focus through the peep sight, particularly in low and poor lighting conditions. Furthermore, peep sights may tend to blend into the background-especially with colorblind or color impaired shooters—thus causing the user to lose sight of the peep and reduce it usefulness. 
         [0004]    A need arises, therefore, for a peep design that overcomes some of the drawbacks in the prior art. 
       SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION 
       [0005]    The purpose of this invention is to provide both an interchangeable/non-interchangeable peep for the Archery and Firearm industry allowing the user to adjust the aperture of the interchange sight and allow the users eye to focus and see the peep in all lighting conditions including low and poor lighting as well as mid-day. Dual contrasting colors were selected to allow all skill levels and including color impaired the ability to see the peep. Both designs allow for the dual color. The easy exchange and modularity also allows for optimal user experience. 
         [0006]    The invention provides the user the ability to select a peep that fits the user&#39;s needs by either allowing easily changing of an insert aperture, color or selecting fixed peep. Versions of the invention provide users the ability to focus on the peep due to contrasting colors. 
         [0007]    Whereas existing products do not offer the ability to have a dual colored and/or toned product for either interchangeable or non-interchangeable peeps. The designs described herein allow users to select the peep that best suits the user&#39;s needs for any style. The modular peep designed to give the user the ability to easily change the aperture size or color needed for the shooting condition, providing additional light when shooting in low, poorly or bright conditions. Both peeps have an option back allowing light to gather and funnel up through the peep face. Finally, the design allows all skill levels to easily change out their peep for one of many apertures sizes that fit in the housing or kit for bows and firearms. The contrasting colors allow users that can and can&#39;t see color to find and focus on the peep in daylight conditions. 
         [0008]    The peep sight allows all shooters, including most color impaired, to visually locate the peep and anchor. Allowing the shooter to locate the peep and sight in dim light provides for better accuracy for hunter when animals are out as well as target shooter competitions in and out doors and military, police and SWAT while on the job. 
         [0009]    The foregoing and other objects, features and advantages of the invention will become more readily apparent from the following detailed description of the preferred embodiment of the invention that proceeds with reference to the accompanying drawings. 
       Detailed Description 
       [0010]    The overall structure in the interchangeable peep includes an outer housing and the option of one of the inner housing inserts. The various inserts sizes provide the shooter with the ability to adjust based on need. The housing and insert can be used together or separate in the interchangeable peep option. The insert ability to adjust is by a standard 7/32 Allen from the bow side. The changeability on the bow side allows the light to funnel to the opening. The non-interchangeable peep still consists of a housing and housing insert (female and male) that are press fit and cannot be interchanged. The bow side of the non-interchangeable peep also funnels the light toward the user providing, additional help in low and poor light. The firearm site is also both interchangeable and non-interchangeable. In the interchangeable the structure includes an outer housing and the option of one of the inner housing inserts. The outer housing can allow for one or two inner housing inserts to be used. The insert ability to adjust is by a standard 7/32 Allen from the open end of the barrel. The changeability on the open end barrel end allows the light to funnel to the opening. The non-interchangeable peep for the firearm still consists of a housing and a housing insert (female and male) that are press fit and cannot be interchanged. 
         [0011]    The open end of the barrel on the non-interchangeable peep also funnels the light toward the user providing additional help in low and poor light. All peeps have the dual color which also offers a sight focusing, and a low light sight visibility component that is critical in the design. All peeps also come in multiple colors and sizes. 
       Description of Overall Structure of Invention 
       [0012]    The overall structure in the interchangeable peep for bows includes an outer housing and the option of one of the inner housing inserts. The various insert sizes and colors and/or tone provide the shooter with the ability to adjust based on need. The housing can be used by the shooter by him or herself if desired. The various outer housing colors and/or tone provide the shooter with the ability to select based on need. The design also offers a quick, easy component exchange and modularity for shooters end needs. The construction of the interchangeable peep is as follows:
       Interchangeable aperture allows for versatility and customization of the peep size   Dual anodized color allows for easy sight recognition for all shooters and skill levels   All pieces are precision CNC-machined aluminum construction   Housing insert has a champfer of 30 to 60 degrees on each side or 60 to 120 degree combined champfer   2tone IA (Interchangeable) provides improved sight in low light situations and eases changing the aperture and funneling of light to the shooter   One embodiment includes black housing (or selected color) and pink or gold insert or selected color   35 to 45 Degree angled design for shooter axle-to-axle to bow   Peep is 5/16″ 0  without insert installed. Multiple insert sizes including but not limited to 7/32″, 3/16″, 9/64″, ⅛″, 7/64″, 5/64″, 3/64″   No special tools needed just an 7/32 Allen-found in most standard kits       
 
         [0022]    The non-interchangeable peep for bows still consists of a housing and housing insert (female and male) that are press fit and cannot be interchanged. In this option the user has the standard option to select one that they feel will best meet the needs during all circumstances. The construction of the non-interchangeable peep is as follows:
       Dual anodized color allows for easy sight recognition for all shooters and skill levels   All pieces are precision CNC-machined aluminum construction   Housing insert has a champfer of 30 to 60 degrees on each side or 60 to 120 degree combined champfer   One embodiment includes black housing (or selected color) and pink or gold insert or selected color   35 to 45 Degree angled design for shooter axle-to-axle to bow   Fixed apertures sizes include but not limited to 7/32″, 3/16″, 9/64″, ⅛″, 7/64″, 5/64″, 3/64″   Item weights:
           Outer part of peep: 7 to 9 grains   Large inner 7/32″: 2 to 5 grains   Medium inner 3/16″: 3 to 6 grains   Small inner ⅛″: 4 to 7 grains   Other weights vary by size   
               
 
         [0035]    The interchangeable peep for firearms includes an outer housing winch can be shaped as an elbow or vertical plane and the option of one or two of the inner housing inserts. The various insert sizes and colors and/or tone provide the shooter with the ability to adjust based on need. The housing can be used by the shooter by him or herself if desired. The various outer housing colors and/or tone provide the shooter with the ability to select based on need. The design also offers a quick, easy component exchange and modularity for shooters end needs. The construction of the interchangeable peep is as follows:
       Interchangeable aperture allows for versatility and customization of the peep size   Dual anodized color allows for easy sight recognition for all shooters and skill levels   Housing insert has a champfer of 30 to 60 degrees on each side or 60 to 120 degree combined champfer   All pieces are precision CNC-aluminum construction   2tone IA (Interchangeable) provides improved sight in low light situations and eases changing, the aperture and funneling of light to the shooter   One embodiment includes black housing for selected color) and pink or gold insert or selected color   Peep is 5/16″ without insert installed. Multiple insert sizes including but not limited to 7/32″, 3/16″, 9/64″, ⅛″, 7/64″, 5/64″, 3/64″   No special tools needed just an 7/32 Allen-found in most standard kits   Item weight:
           ⅛″ Peep: 12 to 16 grains    3/16″ peep: 10 to 14 grains    7/32″ peep: 9 to 13 grains   Other weights vary by size   
               
 
         [0049]    The non-interchangeable peep for firearms still consists of a housing and housing, insert (female and male) that are press fit and cannot be interchanged. In this option the user has the standard option to select one that they feel will best meet the needs during all circumstances. The construction of the non-interchangeable peep is as follows:
       Dual anodized color allows for easy sight recognition for all shooter and skill levels   All pieces are precision CNC-machined aluminum construction   Housing insert has a champfer of 30 to 60 degrees on each side or 60 to 120 degree combined champfer   One embodiment includes black housing for selected color) and pink or gold insert or selected color   Fixed apertures sizes include but not limited to 7/32″, 3/16″, 9/64″, ⅛″, 7/64′, 5/64″, 3/64″   Item weight:
           Large inner 7/32″: 2 to 5 grains   Medium inner 3/16″: 3 to 6 grains   Small inner ⅛″: 4 to 7 grains   Other weights vary by size   
               
 
         [0060]    Both the interchangeable and non-interchangeable for both firearms and bows embodiments have the funnels on the bow and open barrel end to allow the light toward the user providing additional help in low and poor light. 
       Relationship Between the Parts of the Invention 
       [0061]    The peep housing in all options accepts the insert (male) housing. One is by thread and the other is machine, press fit. The multiple sizes in both options allow the shooter/end user to select what will give them a desired outcome, In both the interchangeable and non-interchangeable peep the dual color is a critical part of the design. This allows the user to select the color that allows them to see the peep in all lighting conditions. This also works for users that have color seeing issues. The design is based multiple function including but not limited to the method of the housing and inserts fit together. The funnel on the bow and open barrel side that pushes light to the user, along with the dual color. Overall giving the end user a product that is not only brighter, easier to find, which allows them to focus on the shot instead of the peep or pin. 
       Description of How the Invention Operates/Functions 
       [0062]    The peep housing in all options accepts the insert (male) housing. One is by thread the other is machine press fit. The various insert sizes provide the shooter with the ability to adjust based on need. The house and insert can be used together or separate in the interchangeable peep option for both bow and firearms. The insert ability to adjust is by a standard 7/32 Allen for the bow or open barrel side. The changeability on the bow and open barrel side allows the light to funnel to the opening, The bow and open barrel side of the non-interchangeable peep also funnels the light toward the user providing additional help in low and all lighting conditions. Both peeps have the dual color which also offers a sight focusing for all skill levels along with those end users that have color seeing issues and mid-day and low light. Sight visibility components that is critical in the design. All peeps also come in multiple colors and sizes. 
       Unique Features of the Invention 
       [0063]    The components of the interchangeable peep are the sight housing (female) and the housing insert (male) interchangeable components. The dual color from the housing to the insert offers the end user the ability to select the color that works best for their end need which is critical in the design. The bow side and open barrel side adjustment also offers a unique feature which gathers light and funnels it toward the shooter. The interchangeable peep was designed to provide the shooter a solution that offered multiple aperture sizes along with the ability to funnel light through the dual color peep, The non-interchangeable peep offers the same unique features without the ability to adjustability on the aperture side. The non-interchangeable peep is a machine press it to form a single peep which is also dual colored. 
       How to Make the Invention 
       [0064]    Take raw material and machine or mold to designed specifications for all components. Take all components and dip paint, powder coat, anodize, another electro static paint techniques or color die for plastics to achieve the individual color. Combine the insert to achieve the dual color combination. 
       Alternative Embodiments of Invention 
       [0065]    Lighting: Light funnel, reflective finish color, gloss, semi-gloss or matte finish colors, glow in the dark material, anodized color, powder coated colors, dip painted colors and techniques along with plastic color dies in reflective, gloss, semi-gloss or matte, and glow in the dark colors. 
         [0066]    Material Options: Exotic materials, titanium, carbon fiber, aluminum, plastic, silicone or any other lightweight materials. 
         [0067]    Mechanical Retention Features: Slotted, locking, snap, thread, form fit, machine press fit, injection molded, keyed, loop. 
     
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
         [0068]    The invention will become more readily apparent from the following description of preferred embodiments thereof shown, by way of example only, in the accompanying drawings wherein: 
           [0069]      FIG. 1  is a side elevation view showing the threading of the housing insert into the housing to create a peep of contrasting colors and annular groove for sight retention according to teachings of the invention. The side elevation view of the (partial) assembly of the insert  2  with the housing  1 . 
           [0070]      FIG. 2  is a perspective view of a peep assembly showing a housing and threaded housing insert installed and constructed according to embodiments of the invention according to teachings of the invention into the internal housing diameter and insert, housing of a contrasting color. 
           [0071]      FIG. 3  is a side elevation view showing the non-threaded/press fit of the housing insert into the housing to create a peep of contrasting colors and annular groove for sight retention according to teachings of the invention. 
           [0072]      FIG. 4  is a perspective view of a peep assembly showing a housing and non-threaded/press fit housing insert installed and constructed according to embodiments of the invention according to teachings of the invention into the internal housing diameter and insert housing of a contrasting color. 
           [0073]      FIG. 5  is a section view of the embodiment of either a threaded or non-threaded insert and showing bevel/champfer, insert funnel, mounting of the lens housing and lens within the insert, and the 7/32 Allen structure for extracting the insert from the housing and changing to another with a different color and/or aperture size. 
           [0074]      FIG. 6  is a section view showing a gun sight housing configured to accept a non-threaded peep constructed according to embodiments of the invention. 
           [0075]      FIG. 7  is a perspective view of a gun sight of a variation and the peep installed using a non-threaded/press fit peep constructed according to embodiments of the invention. 
           [0076]      FIG. 8  is a perspective view of a gun sight of a variation and the peep assembly using a non-threaded/press fit peep installed and constructed according to embodiments of the invention. 
           [0077]      FIG. 9  is a section view showing a gun sight housing configured to accept a threaded peep constructed according to embodiments of the invention. 
           [0078]      FIG. 10  is a perspective view of a gun sight of a variation and the peep installed using a threaded peep constructed according to embodiments of the invention. 
           [0079]      FIG. 11  is a perspective view of a gun sight of a variation and the peep assembly using a threaded peep installed and constructed according to embodiments of the invention. 
           [0080]      FIG. 12  is a perspective view of a gun sight of a variation and the peep assembly using either a threaded or non-threaded peep installed and constructed according to embodiments of the invention. 
           [0081]      FIG. 13  is a rear elevation view of a gun sight of a variation and the peep assembly using either a threaded. or non-threaded peep installed and constructed according to embodiments of the invention. 
           [0082]      FIG. 14  is perspective view of another embodiment of the gun peep sight and either threaded or non-threaded peep installed and constructed ,according to embodiments of the invention. 
           [0083]      FIG. 15  is perspective view of yet another embodiment of the gun peep sight and either threaded or non-threaded peep installed and constructed according to embodiments of the invention. 
       
    
    
     DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT 
       [0084]    It is shown in  FIGS. 1 and 2  a perspective view of a peep housing  1  showing the threaded insert  2  into which an insert housing  2  of a contrasting color is installed according to teachings of the invention. The sight housing  1  and  15  ( FIG. 3 ) is generally cylindrical but can take an elliptical shape or any suitable shape. To install the peep sight housing  1  or  15  ( FIG. 2 ) one would take equal strands of the bowstring (not shown) which is made of a flexible strands. Once sufficient space is made and the bowstring is relaxed or non-stressed the peep sight housing  1  or  15  ( FIG. 3 ) can be located in the string with the strands around the annular retention  7  ( FIG. 2 ) and served in around the retention groove  3 . The side surface  14  and  20  ( FIG. 4 ) create a smooth surface to insure the string is not damaged during install or use. 
         [0085]    Once the peep is mounted to a bow by the bowstring around  7  ( FIG. 2 ) and or  3  depending on the need. of the user the peep assembly  6  and  19   a  ( FIG. 4 ) can start to be served in. When mounted by angled mounting sight retention groove  7  ( FIG. 2 ) the peep housing  1  and  15  ( FIG. 3 ) can be additionally secured by additional serving (not shown) around retention  3 . The rounded edges  12  and  16  ( FIG. 3 ) help insure a smooth surface fir the bowstring. The peep assembly  6  and  6   a  ( FIG. 4 ) is preferable to have a continuous groove  3 . Preferably the groove  3  will extend around the periphery of the annular body  6  and  6   a  ( FIG. 6 ). The retention grooves  7  on peep assembly  6  and  6   a  ( FIG. 4 ) run from the front face  8  and  19  ( FIG. 4 ) to the rear face  11  and  19   a  ( FIG. 4 ) in an angler direction. 
         [0086]    The side view as shown in  FIG. 1  shows a cylindrical housing and insert that the user can thread  5  into or removed to select the aperture size  10  ( FIG. 2 ) and color of need. The assembly as shown consists of a peep housing  1 , and housing insert  2  which has a face plate  13  ( FIG. 2 ), threads  5  and retention system  3  and  7  ( FIG. 2 ) for installation on a bow. The peep housing  1  and  10  ( FIG. 3 ), housing insert  2  and  15  ( FIG. 3 ) is typically made of an aluminum material but could be formed by any high-strength, light weight and suitable material such as but not limited to titanium, carbon fiber, plastic, silicone and exotic materials and can be of any suitable shape. It will be understood, however, that the internal structures of housing  1  and  15  ( FIG. 3 ), housing insert  2  and  17  ( FIG. 3 ) may be configured in any fashion so long as they adhere to the embodiments and teachings of the invention. The housing insert  2  has a sight bore diameter for coupling with housing  1  as does housing insert  17  ( FIG. 3 ). Housing  1  and  15  ( FIG. 3 ) is 5/16″ but can be adjusted to the needed size, shape of the overall construction so long as it adheres to the teaching of the invention. 
         [0087]    The housing  1  and  15  ( FIG. 3 ) and housing insert  2  and  17  ( FIG. 3 ) material can be but is not limited to anodizing, powder coating, gloss, semi-gloss, matte, reflective finish, dip painted colors and techniques glow in the dark material and paint, and other electro static painting techniques, and plastic color dies. 
         [0088]      FIG. 2  shows how the ambient light is transmitted through the funnel/aperture  10  to the bevel/champfer  9  to the user eye making this especially useful in low or poor light. The color face plate  4  of the housing insert  2  with multiple color options is intended to create a contrast in color with the housing  1  ( FIG. 1 ) to create contrasting, concentric rings for improved focusing. The housing insert flange  4  seats into the housing  1  with a flush surface making sure the bowstrings are not touched or damaged by the housing insert  2 . The aperture size  10  or the diameter of the opening in the housing insert  6  is based on the needs of the end user for both bow and guns and comes in many sizes and colors. The annular retention  3  and  7  of the sight permits the sight to slide easily along the bowstring for user adjustments. However, the annular shape may assume any shape for best retention. The angle on the angular retention  7  for retention is based on the bow, string, and ATA (axle-to-axle) and can vary from  35  to  45  degrees of angle. When drawn back by the user the angle and retention  7  allow the user to see unobstructed and will appear as a cylindrical hole through the peep assembly  6 . 
         [0089]      FIG. 3  and  FIG. 4  is showing the perspective view of a housing  15  and non-threaded/press fit insert  17  which an insert housing of contrasting color according to the teaching, of the invention. The housing  15  like that of the housing  1  ( FIG. 1 ) is generally cylindrical but can take on any suitable shape. The installation of housing  15  remains the same as housing  1  ( FIG. 1 ). The assembly as shown consists of a peep housing  15 , and housing insert  17  which has a face plate  23  ( FIG. 4 ), non-thread/press fit  17  and retention system  3  and  7  ( FIG. 3 ) for installation on a bow. The peep housing  1  ( FIG. 1) and 15 . and housing insert  2  ( FIG. 1) and 17  is typically made of an aluminum material but could be formed by any high-strength, light weight and suitable material as mentioned above in  FIG. 2 . It will be understood, however, that the internal structures of  1  ( FIG. 1) and 15 , and housing insert  2  ( FIG. 1) and 17  may be configured in any fashion so long as they adhere to the embodiments and teachings of the invention. The housing insert  17  has a sight bore diameter for coupling with housing  15 . Like that of housing  1  ( FIG. 1 ) housing  15  is also 5/16″ but can be adjusted to the needed size, shape of the overall construction so long as it adheres to the teaching of the invention. The housing insert  17  is then press fit firmly into place in housing  15  with the insert flange  18  seated and then cannot be adjusted by the end user/shooter. Once housing insert  17  is press fit into the housing  15  as shown in  FIG. 4  the ambient light is transmitted through the funnel/aperture  21  to the bevel. champfer  22  to the user eye making it bright, easier and better for low or poor lighting conditions, yet still another embodiment. When both housing  1  ( FIG. 1) and 15 , and housing insert  2  ( FIG. 1) and 17  are installed together creating a peep assembly  6  and  6   a  they create concentric rings for improved focusing when fully seated within the housing  15 . The contrasting colors of the overall peep (now in housing  1  and  15 ) also create a visual element that color impaired can see. The contrast between the housing  1  ( FIG. 1) and 15  and housing insert face plate  13  ( FIG. 2) and 23  is what makes it possible for color impaired to recognize the difference and benefits. Like that of housing  1  ( FIG. 1 ) and housing insert  2  ( FIG. 1 ) mentioned above the material can be but is not limited to anodizing, powder coating, gloss, semi-gloss, matte, reflective finish, dip painted colors and techniques glow in the dark. material and paint and other electro static painting, techniques, and plastic color dies. 
         [0090]    The section view of  FIG. 5  shows the housing insert of  23  ( FIG. 4 ) and the funnel  27 , which leads to the bevel/champfer  28  and  28   a  within the sighting bore  27   a  of the diameter-selectable size. For this example housing insert  2  ( FIG. 1 ) will work in the same matter without the Allen  24  adjustment to remove the insert as desired by the user. 
         [0091]    As the bow is drawn back to an anchored position ambient. light is funneled  27  through the bow side of the peep  29  and  19   a  ( FIG. 4 ) up through to the bevel/champfer  28  and  28   a  forcing the rays inward into the upper sight body  27  and out through the face plate  13  and  23  into the user eye. Depending on the user the lens housing  25  with the lens  26  can be added for verifying and or clarify the image. The lens housing  25  and lens  26  can be used with either housing insert  2  ( FIG. 1 ) non-interchangeable (press fit) or  17  ( FIG. 3 ) interchangeable (Threaded) in accordance with the present invention and embodiments, inside of either housing insert  2  ( FIG. 1 ) non-interchangeable (press fit) or  12  ( FIG. 3 ) interchangeable (threaded) is generally cylindrical but can take an elliptical shape or any suitable shape. Within the funnel  27  on the interchangeable (threaded housing) insert  17  ( FIG. 3 ) is a section insert including: a 7/32 Allen structure  24  for extracting the insert from the housing and changing to another with a different color and/or aperture size. It will be understood, however, that the internal structures  27   b  including the Allen structure  24  may be configured in any fashion so long as they adhere to the embodiments and teachings of the invention, and includes but is not limited to slotted, locking, snap, thread, keyed, looped. 
         [0092]    The section view of  FIGS. 6-8  shows a gun sight housing  32  showing the top  39  and back  31  configured to accept a housing insert  33  non-interchangeable or press fit providing a contrasting color constructed according to the embodiment of the invention. The sight housing  32  is generally cylindrical but can take an elliptical shape or any suitable shape. The gun sight  32  and  FIGS. 9-13  is installed on the gun of choice by the dove tail  30  and  42  ( FIG. 9 ) but could have a set screw  66  ( FIG. 13 ) or other attachment methods  62  ( FIG. 14) and 67  ( FIG. 14 ) but are not limited to these methods. For these drawings and. simplicity we are showing it without. The housing insert  33  ( FIG. 6 ) and  FIGS. 7-15  can be used with an existing sight housing  32 ,  44  ( FIG. 9 ), and  61  ( FIG. 14) and 68  ( FIG. 14 ) once machined out by gunsmith or other professional. For simplicity on the installation of the housing insert  33  ( FIG. 6 ) we are assuming the end user will be using a kit with a pre machined sight housing  32  coupling to ensure proper fit, The assembly as shown consist of a sight housing  32 , and housing insert  33  which has a face plate  34 ,  33  rear housing insert, bevel/champfer  35  and  36 , the funnel  37  and a location for the lens housing  38  and lens  39  for installation on a gun. The gun sight housing  32  and housing insert  33  is typically made of an aluminum material but could be formed by any high-strength, light weight and suitable material such as but not limited to titanium, carbon fiber, plastic, silicone and exotic materials and can be of any suitable shape. It will be understood, however, that the internal structures of housing insert  33  may be configured in any fashion so long as they adhere to the embodiments and teachings of the invention. Like housing insert  17  ( FIG. 3 ) on the bow these two housing  33  and  17  ( FIG. 3 ) are one in the same but could change based on need, design and uses. 
         [0093]    The housing  32  and housing insert  33  material can be but is not limited to anodizing, powder coating, gloss, semi-gloss, matte, reflective finish, dip painted colors and techniques glow in the dark material and paint and other electro static painting techniques, and plastic color dies. 
         [0094]    When looking at the housing insert  32  from the open barrel end you see the funnel  26   b,  which leads to the bevel/champfer  26  and  26   a  within the sighting bore of the diameter-selectable size. As the user anchors the ambient light is funneled  26   b  through the open barrel side of the insert  25  up through to the bevel/champfer  26  and  26   a  forcing the rays inward into the upper sight body  25   a  and out through the face plate  25   b  into the user eye. Depending on the user the lens housing  27  with the lens  27   a  can be added for verifying and or clarify the image. The lens housing  27  and lens  27   a  can be used with either housing insert  25  non-interchangeable (press fit) or  33  ( FIG. 9 ) interchangeable (Threaded) in accordance with the present invention and embodiments. Inside of either housing insert  33  non-interchangeable (press fit) is generally cylindrical but can take an elliptical shape or any suitable shape. 
         [0095]    In  FIG. 7  details gun sight housing facing the user as if he/she was anchored and ready for use and configured to accept a housing insert  33  press fit into the gun housing  32  constructed according to the embodiment of the invention and the assembly seated tight by the machine press fit or non-threaded. In looking at the drawing you see the sight housing  32 , face plate  34 , the bevel/champfer  35  and the aperture  40  all constructed according to an embodiment of the present invention. 
         [0096]    When looking at the assembly of  FIG. 8  using the housing insert  33  and the insert inner surface  41  before being press fit  42   a  into the sight housing  24 . However, the general shape of the sight housing  32  may assume any shape for this example we are looking at the housing  32  excepting a cylindrical insert housing  33 , can be but is not limited to that shape. The funnel  37  leading to the bevel/champfer  35  leading to the contrasting face plate  34  is shown better to help understand how the user/shooter benefits from the design and embodiments of this invention. 
         [0097]    In  FIGS. 9-11  you are looking at yet another embodiment of this invention. With this gun sight housing  44  configured to accept a housing insert  45  interchangeable or threaded providing, a contrasting color constructed according to the embodiment of the invention. Like in  FIG. 6  the housing  44  and  45  are generally cylindrical but can take an elliptical shape or any suitable shape. The assembly as shown consist of a peep housing  44 , and housing insert  45  which has a face plate  46 , threaded housing  56 , bevel/champfer  47  and  50 , the funnel  51  and a location fur the lens housing  49  and lens  48  as described in  FIG. 5  regarding the lens housing  39  and lens  38 . The gun sight housing  44  and housing insert  45  is typically made of an aluminum material but could be formed by any high-strength, light weight and suitable material such as but not limited to titanium, carbon fiber, plastic, silicone and exotic materials and can be of any suitable shape. It will be understood, however, that the internal structures of housing insert  44  may be configured in any fashion so long as they adhere to the embodiments and teachings of the invention. Like the housing insert  2  ( FIG. 1 ) on the bow the gun sight house insert  45  are one in the same but could change based on need, design and uses. 
         [0098]    The housing  44  and housing insert  45  material can be but is not limited to anodizing, powder coating, gloss, semi-gloss, matte, reflective finish, dip painted colors and techniques glow in the dark material and paint and other electro static painting techniques, and plastic color dies. 
         [0099]    As in  FIG. 9  the housing insert  45  from rear side  54  see the funnel  51 , which leads to the bevel/champfer  47  and  50  within the sighting bore of the diameter-selectable size. As the user anchors the ambient light is funneled  51  through the rear  54  of the housing insert  45  up through to the bevel/champfer  50  and  47  forcing the rays inward into the upper sight body and out through the face plate  46  into the user eye. Depending on the user the lens housing  39  with the lens  38  can be added for verifying and or clarify the image. The lens housing  39  and lens  38  can be used with either housing insert  45  non-interchangeable (press fit) or  33  ( FIG. 9 ) interchangeable (threaded) in accordance with the present invention and embodiments. Inside of either housing insert  45  threaded is generally cylindrical but can take an elliptical shape or any suitable shape. 
         [0100]      FIG. 10  shows a gun sight housing  44  facing the user as if he/she was anchored and ready for use and configured to accept a housing insert  45  press fit into the gun housing  44  constructed according to the embodiment of the invention and the assembly seated tight by the machine press fit or non-threaded. In looking at the drawing you see the sight housing  44 , face plate  46 , the bevel/champfer  47  and the aperture  52  all constructed according to an embodiment of the present invention. 
         [0101]    When looking at the assembly of  FIG. 11  using the housing insert  45  and the insert inner surface  57  before being threaded into  58  into the sight housing  44 . However, the general shape of the sight housing  44  may assume any shape for this example we are looking at the housing  44  excepting a cylindrical insert housing  45 , can be but is not limited to that shape. The funnel  51  leading to the bevel/champfer  47  leading to the contrasting face plate  46  is shown better to help understand how the user/shooter benefits from the design and embodiments of this invention. 
         [0102]    In  FIGS. 12 and 13  the gun site is showing vet another perspective views of a variation of the gun sight  32  and  44  and peep assembly  85  using an  45  interchangeable or  33  non-interchangeable peep insert in the housing  32  and  44 , yet another embodiments of the invention and the assembly of this invention.  34  and  46  having color face plate with multiple color and aperture  53  and  40  options intended to contrast with the housing of  FIG. 6-FIG .  15  when received to create concentric rings for improved focusing. The champfer  35  and  47  as well as the funnel  37  and  51  giving the perspective of the light to the user/shooter.  FIG. 13  is a perspective view of the rear housing  31  and  54  and the housing insert  37  and  51  including a 7/32. Allen structure  24  for extracting the insert from the housing and changing to another with a different color and/or aperture size. 
         [0103]      FIGS. 14 and 15  is a perspective view of yet another embodiment of the gun peep sight and where the housing insert  70   a  would assemble for threaded or non-threaded in the housing  61 , yet another embodiments of the invention and the assembly of this invention. The single housing  61  unit would attach by  62  and replace an existing piece. Like in  FIG. 6  and  FIG. 9  the housing  61  where the housing insert  70   a  is placed is generally cylindrical hole but can take an elliptical, shape or any suitable shape. The assembly as shown consists of a housing  61 , and housing insert  70   a  (threaded or non-threaded housing) which has a face plate  64 , bevel/champfer  65 , the funnel  66  and a location for the lens as detailed out in  FIGS. 6-12 . Material details are as described in  FIGS. 6-12 . 
         [0104]    In the single housing  68  the unit would attach by  67  and replace an existing piece. Like in  FIG. 6  and  FIG. 9  the housing  68  where the housing insert  70   a  is placed is generally cylindrical hole but can take an elliptical shape or any suitable shape. The assembly as shown consists of a housing  68 . and. housing insert  70   a  (threaded or non-threaded housing) which has a face plate  70 , bevel/champfer  71 , the funnel  69  and a location for the lens as detailed out in  FIGS. 6-12 . Material details are as described in  FIGS. 6-12 . 
         [0105]      FIG. 15  is a perspective view of the sight before assembly. When looking at the assembly of  FIG. 15  using the housing insert  70   a  and the insert inner surface  78  and  84  before being threaded or press fit into  79  and  80  into the sight housing  61  and  68 . The funnel  66  and  69  leading to the bevel/champfer  65  and  71  leading to the contrasting face plate  64  and  70  is shown better to help understand how the user/shooter benefits from the design and embodiments of this invention. 
         [0106]    It will be understood that the term “preferably” as used throughout the specification refers to one or more exemplary embodiments of the invention and therefore is not to be interpreted in any limiting sense. 
         [0107]    Having described and illustrated the principles of the invention in a preferred embodiment thereof, it should be apparent that the invention can be modified in arrangement and detail without departing from such principles. We claim all modifications and variations coming within the spirit and scope of the invention.