How weapon level affects the accuracy of long-range shooting
"The change in the bullet's trajectory under the influence of wind is the most common explanation for misses among shooters. There is another likely reason for a miss that may appear to be the effect of wind, but it is related to the horizontal tilt (lack of horizontal level) of the optical sight due to its improper installation, or the tilt of the rifle during shooting."
Level on Picatinny rail with offset LV-02
"If you do not pay enough attention to the level of your scope and weapon, and consider that wind, weather conditions, trigger control, body position, and other factors have a much greater impact on accuracy, then this, besides the frustration of shooting, can lead to a long quest to find the real problem of inaccuracy."
The presence of a tool for aligning the sight and controlling the tilt of the rifle during shooting is an important foundation for accurate long-distance shooting.
"Bubble levels of a relatively simple design can be used for aligning the sight during its installation, with the main requirements being accuracy and ease of use. Such levels are usually kept in the owner's workshop and are used in case of changing the position of the sight, replacing the mount, or the optics itself."
"The levels for controlling the tilt of weapons used during shooting are specialized tools, the requirements for such levels are strict, and the operating conditions are usually harsh. Under usage conditions, these levels must operate at low and high temperatures, be inert to the effects of critical humidity values, and withstand possible extreme loads."
The levels for the DAVIKA sight have diameters of 30, 34, 35, and 36 mm.
The advantage of the level on the scope tube is its higher sensitivity compared to levels mounted on a Picatinny rail. This is achieved due to the height of the bubble level capsule relative to the axis of the weapon's barrel (the higher above the barrel axis, the more sensitive the level). Levels for scopes do not require calibration and are independent of the installed Picatinny rail. Also, if the scope already has a level installed, it can be used for aligning the optical sight when it needs to be moved to another mount.
The design of a good level in sight is the ideal balance of the size of the side overhang of the level (increased for better visibility of the level) and compactness (reduced protruding side parts that can cause discomfort in tight spaces).
Level on the LV-03 sight tube
Levels on the Picatinny rail DAIKA
The placement of the level on the Picatinny rail allows for the control of the rifle's tilt during shooting. A significant advantage of levels on the Picatinny rail is the ability to make them as compact as possible to ensure ease of use.
The level on the Picatinny rail LV-01 was specifically designed at the request of military snipers. LV-01 "it has no protruding parts and can be mounted on a Picatinny rail under the lens of the optical sight."
The design feature of LV-02 is the side extension for better visual monitoring of the level, making it ideal for sports applications, and its sturdy construction can withstand all possible loads.
Levels on the monoblock DAVIKA
The DAVIKA mounting for optical sights, thanks to the built-in SMAI interfaces, has the ability to connect accessories – such as Level on monoblock LV-04.
The level on the LV-04 monoblock was specifically designed to combine all the advantages of the LV-01 and LV-02. Due to various installation options, the LV-04 can be mounted under the optical sight lens or have a side extension for better visual observation of the level.
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