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[–] intensely_human@lemm.ee 7 points 7 months ago (2 children)

I’ve always wondered. What is the thing on top of an M-16? Is that just a carrying handle?

[–] Olhonestjim@lemmy.world 7 points 7 months ago

Pretty much, yes. It also serves as a mount for the rear sight. Since the AR platforms keep all the major moving parts in a straight line back from the barrel, ergonomics requires the sights to be higher than usual to account for the shape of the face.

[–] Phoenicianpirate@lemm.ee 2 points 7 months ago

The other guy explained it better, but basically yes.