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MN, USA
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Posted: 7/17/2015 2:28:42 PM EDT
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When shooting semi-auto resetting to the sear is the nicest way I have found to set up for follow up shots.
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Posted: 7/17/2015 5:17:22 PM EDT
[Last Edit: HighpowerRifleBrony]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By NuclearCookies: When shooting semi-auto resetting to the sear is the nicest way I have found to set up for follow up shots. Depends on the trigger. The RRA I've tried had to be released all the way to reset, my old GI had to be released all the way, and my new LaRue resets just after the second stage. My DPMS NM trigger resets darn close to the second stage. |
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AL, USA
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Posted: 8/18/2015 10:38:56 PM EDT
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Keep the reticle level with the earth, "rifle cant" kicked my butt past 600yds in the beginning. I leveled my scope while in the prone position and focused the reticle on a plumb line. I then set my "scope level" to perfect when the reticle was level with the plumb line. My groups then got repeatable at the longer distances.
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VA, USA
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Posted: 9/12/2015 10:09:15 AM EDT
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My best tip:
1. Compete. It will afford you several things: practice, camaraderie, coaching, and allow you to see how you measure up against firearms and shooters with nearly identical features/abilities. |
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WA, USA
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Posted: 7/10/2016 9:02:17 PM EDT
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One simple one - if I close my eyes before I take a shot and my sights/scope are off target when I open them, my positioning was wrong to start with. Back to position fundamentals. Calm, minimal tension, etc, will all show if I do this.
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Posted: 7/13/2016 1:11:22 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Doc_S:
One simple one - if I close my eyes before I take a shot and my sights/scope are off target when I open them, my positioning was wrong to start with. Back to position fundamentals. Calm, minimal tension, etc, will all show if I do this. That's a NPA (Natural Point of Aim) issue. We built a .223 Rem rifle for a customer who is a pretty darn good shooter. He shot three 5-shot groups and texted me saying the first group was literally one hole and he was thrilled but the next two groups opened up, with the third being even worse than the second. Now, this guy normally shoots pretty well. But I asked him if he had checked his NPA between groups. He didn't even know what that meant. So, I explained it to him and asked him to go shoot three more groups and for each group get up from the bench. This forced him to setup "fresh" for each group. Results were three tiny little groups. For his first thee groups he was keeping the same body position but was forcing the rifle to point at the next target. NPA matters for sure. Lots of great stuff in this thread. Let me throw one thing out that I don't think has been mentioned. Volunteer at a match and spend a day behind a spotting scope calling hits. I bet you'll learn a lot about reading wind. Also, consistency is key. If you are shooting groups, be consistent in how you are contacting the rifle. Use the same amount of grip strength, shoulder placement, hand/thumb placement, load on bipod, etc. Try shooting a group with a tighter hold and load on the bipod. Then shoot a group with minimal body contact (almost "free recoil"). Note if there is impact shift or change in group size. Some rifles like to be held more than others. Mark |
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KY, USA
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Posted: 8/18/2016 11:06:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Rob01:
Practice but practice good fundamentals and drills and not just burning powder. But its so much fun! I burn as much powder as i can every time i go lol Got my barrel smokin today. Pretty darn humid though |
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Posted: 1/28/2017 9:55:41 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dcfireman:
My best tip: 1. Compete. It will afford you several things: practice, camaraderie, coaching, and allow you to see how you measure up against firearms and shooters with nearly identical features/abilities. This one is really good. If yu compete you will have a chance to mingle with people who are at the same level as you and working towards the same goal. My tip would be (and I took part of it from Ryan Cleckner) take good notes. I have a pad of waterproof paper and I try to write down the important information that I will refer to later such as: weather variables I actually account for (such as wind and density altitude but not the sun's position for example), load/ammo type (good for keeping tabs on any small changes to your handloads if you keep notes there too), range, shooting position, where on the target I hit (even for steel you can usually tell if you are favoring left or right), and so on. |
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Posted: 1/28/2017 10:54:08 AM EDT
[Last Edit: mathecb]
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A heavy rifle will mask flaws in fundamentals and effects of different positions.
Last year I worked at trying to become proficient with hunting rifles, specifically my 7lb 7WSM Kimber Montana. For a long time I just swore that the rifle was just not accurate. However, after learning how to "control" light weight, hard kickers, I learned that minimizing contact with the rifle isn't the answer. It's all about having the right contact and making damn sure your it translates from shot to shot. Another tip is never assume you know everything. You are never too experienced to learn something new. |
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MI, USA
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Posted: 6/20/2017 10:31:59 AM EDT
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Know your muzzle velocity data.
After reviewing the factory load velocity data (http://www.ar15.com/content/page.html?id=213), I sorted out the data for .223, 55 grain, 16 inch barrel muzzle velocity. This showed a spread of muzzle velocities of nearly 500 fps between fast and slow factory loads. I then ran the velocity data (min, average, max) thru JBM ballistics to get ballistic drop data. At 400 yards, a slow factory load will drop a foot more than a fast factory load. At 500 yards, the difference is 24 inches. Be consistant in which ammo you use if you want good results |
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