Manual
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the reticle move left in relation to the target. Also note that the knurl on the
top edge of the cap can be used as an adjustment tool.
4. Now turn the elevation adjustment dial until the center of the scopeās
reticle aligns with the center point of the boresighting grid. Note that
the elevation adjustment needs to be turned in the āDā (down) direction
to make the reticle move up in relation to the target.
5. Remove the collimator from the barrel.
NOTE: Boresighting alone is not sufficient to sight-in a scope. You must make final
adjustments by shooting the firearm using the same ammunition you use in the
field.
Traditional boresighting of AR-15 and M-16 firearms using a target from 20 to
50 yards away:
1. Position the firearm on the bench, using sandbags to steady the firearm as
necessary.
2. Release the rear receiver pin of the firearm.
3. Separate the upper and lower receiver halves.
4. Remove the bolt.
5. Position the firearm with the muzzle facing the target.
6. Looking through the bore itself, move the firearm to center the bullās-eye
of the target inside the barrel.