Why do the wheelhouse windows on some boats slope inwards from top to bottom ?

Question

Why do the wheelhouse windows on some boats slope inwards from top to bottom ?

Answer 1

To keep water from collecting on the 'glass'. The reverse slant is less likely to collect water and obscure the pilots' vision in poor conditions.

Answer 2

In order to be able to look straight down the side of the boat.

Answer 3

They are all good answers but it is really to stop reflections from the instruments on the dash and wheelhouse from getting in the view of the helmsmsn

Answer 4

Wind

Answer 5

Its a design feature that gives good visibility of the bow, reduces glare for the operator and can withstand hits from heavy seas better.