Quote Originally Posted by XL39E1 View Post
Its probably something to do with H&H's standard on lining everything up with the bore! All the Shotguns and Rifles they build even have every screw in the same direction!
Lining up the screw slots is called "pointing" the screws. It was a common thing to do for almost every trade that used slotted screws.... starting with cabinet makers. Have a look at the grips on all your Commonwealth bayonets...