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Wind gauges

Scope note

Graduated scales attached to the rear sights of firearms, most often rifles, by which the shooter adjusts the sight to allow for the effect of wind.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000201802

Broader Terms used

<firearm components>

Equivalent Terms used

wind gauge

Created

13yrs ago

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