What is the purpose of the boresighting procedure?

The purpose of the boresighting procedure is to verify train and elevation alignment. This procedure is crucial for ensuring that the weapon's sights are properly aligned with the actual point of impact on the target. By aligning the optical sights with the bore axis of the weapon, technicians can ensure that the weapon performs accurately when fired. This process helps to reduce the amount of ammunition needed for zeroing in the weapon, as it provides a preliminary adjustment before live-firing tests.

Boresighting does not involve weapon safety directly; instead, that's covered through different safety protocols and checks. Additionally, while cleaning the gun barrel and determining optimal firing angles are important aspects of gun maintenance and operation, they do not specifically relate to the alignment focus of the boresighting procedure.