That would explain the tiny sights! I zeroed in two of our ARs today because I have to teach my wife to “effectively” use hers later this week. I’ve been spoiled with electronic sights, and scopes, and had to just use the peep sights today. But I still scorched my 13 yr old who helps me but has much better eyesight and has come close to outshooting me lately! ;-)
I consider modern optical and electronic sights to be the greatest single advance in firearms since the introduction of the pointed FMJ bullet in the early 20th century. But traditional marksmanship with iron sights has to be taught first. A person then appreciates how much more high-tech sights adds to racking up hits faster, and at longer ranges.
Captured enemy in Iraq say the most terrifying thing is how fast American troops swarm over them, and how efficient Americans are at getting quick killing shots in. Thank training, Armson, Eotech, and Aimpoint, among others.