The C7A1 uses a C79 sight, which is easily distinguished by its matte black rubber overcoating. After reviewing feedback from the soldiers who used the sight, Elcan produced the fourth generation mount C79, known as the C79A2, and is mounted onto the C7A2 rifle, as …

The C7A1 (Diemaco C7FT) replaces the iron sight /carrying handle assembly used on the C7 with a modified Weaver rail for mounting optics. Canadian development of rails preceded U.S. standardization of the MIL-STD-1913 "Picatinny rail", so the …

Feb 21, 2024 · That’s the C79 optical sight, a key piece of kit designed, developed and manufactured by Raytheon ELCAN for the standard infantry rifle, the Colt Canada C7, which was adopted in 1984 after more than 150 refinements by Colt’s predecessor, Canadian Diemaco.

The C7A1 (Diemaco C7FT) replaces the iron sight/carrying handle used on the C7 with a modified Weaver rail for mounting optics. Canadian development of rails preceded American standardization of MIL-STD-1913, aka Picatinny rail, so "Canadian Rail" or …

Apr 4, 2024 · Canadian Forces took note of the US Army's A.C.R. program's Elcan optic and the C7A1 would be equipped with the C79 optic and a unique Diemaco designed back up sight that used A1 sights. The BUS was in front of the C7 optic for stowage. A removable carry handle sight was also available.

Sep 30, 2014 · According to user “RebelRouser” on AR15.com, the Canadian C7 rifle is a markedly different from the standard M16 issued to US armed forces. While the C7 is built off of the Technical Data Package from Colt, the Canadians claim to have made over 150 changes improvements to the basic rifle prior to entering production.

Feb 10, 2025 · My only question is how does the Canadian Army use the rear sight when the ELCAN isnt mounted? I know its always stored on the rail infront of the C79 but Ive only ever seen ONE photo of the C7A1/A2 with JUST the back up rear.

Aug 17, 2005 · Non-optically sighted C7 Family weapons and weapons fitted with the DIS or the back-up sight utilize a common two aperture flip sight. The large aperture (battle sight) is used for short range or low light conditions.

Nov 6, 2020 · This sight, powered by two AA batteries, holographically projects a reticule that does not suffer from parallax shift found on red dot sights. This sight is much preferred for CQB, though it does lack the ability to reach out and touch someone at 400m as well as the ELCAN.

May 27, 2011 · The C7A1 plastic Back-Up sight. (Upper left in the pic.) Are these available? I've never seen one for sale. Anyone know what they are worth, or where you can get one?