In Long Range Shooting: Ballistics Terms Part 1, we talked about some general ballistics terminology. But, that's only part of what we'll need to talk ballistics. Most of what we'll need to understand about ballistics for long range shooting falls under external ballistics. Here are some of the most common, and important, terms we'll use. Muzzle: the projectile exit end … [Read more...]
In this article, we will analyze all the other features that differentiate the many scopes on the market and that must be considered when choosing the best optic for your needs. Fixed or variable: Fixed scopes are of less complex construction. Simple construction equals more reliability, and that's the reason why the military have used fixed scopes for decades. Modern … [Read more...]
Need to know how to measure distances with your scope’s reticle? In this article I’ll show how to master this valuable long range shooting technique. In the previous article about range estimation, I talked about the importance of measuring the distance between you and your target with the maximum degree of accuracy possible. I’ve listed some of the most used methods for … [Read more...]
The Tracking Point Networked Tracking Scope is so remarkable in its capacity for precision shooting, I felt it merited revisiting in greater detail. Here is some more on what the Tracking Point includes with their XactSystem Precision Guided Firearm Package. Each system is built around a Surgeon Rifle with either a Krieger cut-rifled MTU or Palma profile barrel, chambered … [Read more...]
Unlike Lara Croft, I wasn't a born marksman (or markswoman, if you like). After 100s of YouTube videos, a few training classes, and several thousand rounds downrange, I've made great progress with my pistol shooting. And, although I'm still making improvements on that front, where I'm completely behind is in my long range skill. To my great fortune, I recently met the firearms … [Read more...]
An Optic is arguably the single most important accessory for a firearm. After all, you can’t expect to hit a target if you can’t see it fully and clearly. With the increased visibility provided by the right optics for your particular firearm, you’ll have a much greater chance of solidly hitting your target. It’s easy to feel confused when buying a best rifle scope or other … [Read more...]
