Breakthrough MicroSight Technology Improves Iron Sights

[Craig]

New optical technology from the Idaho National Laboratory could make a big improvement in non-telescopic iron sights. INL’s new “MicroSight” uses a Zone Plate design to focus light so that BOTH front sight-blade AND the target appear in sharp focus. This technology could be a major breakthrough for iron sights shooters, particularly older shooters whose eyes have difficulty focusing at multiple distances. The INL MicroSight’s wafer-thin optical element is only about 1/4″ in diameter, and it has been successfully adapted for match-type rear iris sight systems. Initial tests show the MicroSight can help iron sights users shoot better scores, with less eye fatigue. The technology could aid hunters and soldiers, too, either as a primary aiming device or as a lightweight backup for other types of sights.

http://www.gunsite.co.za/content/new...s-iron-sights/

[sanXion]

Truly amazing. Wonder how much that would set you back?

[ikor]

I see this as being more advantageous for slow fire target or position shooting than anything else. I have serious doubts it will work for close, fast, CQB or the like. But it is certainly interesting!