[Kestrel]

I found an older CZ 550 FS (full stock) in a shop. It is .30-06 and is stamped CZ USA, Oakhurst, CA. It is unfired. The rear sight is different than the current sights. This one has what is called a Battue sight. It looks a little like a quarter rib, with a "V" groove milled into the end of it for the rear notch. The front sight is interchangeable.

I liked the looks of it and wondered if anyone has any experience with this type of sight? Are they rugged? Is is adjustable?

Thanks for any help,
Steve

[Z_Infidel]

The battue sight is designed for rapid target acquisition, to be used when hunting herds of animals on the run. I don't think they are normally adjustable, are most suited for close to medium range shots, and I would guess they are rugged enough for field use.

Another example is the gun discussed in this thread:
http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?s=&threadid=73283

[Cosmoline]

I believe they're popular in Europe, but stateside folks seem to regard any iron sights as an affectation, like a monocle or pith helmet :D

Just the same I'd love to get my hands on a CZ 550 with the battue sights. It will go with my safari jacket and short pants when I say "eh what!" to the local hunters.

[Z_Infidel]

I'm pretty sure that could get you shot in some places... :D

[Preacherman]

Cosmo, don't forget the ultimate hunter fashion accessory... (http://www.lawranceordnance.com/new/helmet-pith.html) :D