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Long range shooting: Wind estimation
There are two first-order forces that a long range shooter must solve for to effectively hit their target: gravity, and wind. Adjusting for wind is the trickier of the two.
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Long range shooting: Protecting the crown
No, this is not a pro-monarchy article. The crown is the area at which a bullet leaves the muzzle of a barrel. Protecting the crown is important for accurate shooting.
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Long range shooting: Cant
Different to the contraction of cannot, one definition of cant relates to something that is slanting or tilting. Regarding long range shooting, cant is a common cause of inaccuracy.
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Long range shooting: Bullet velocity
Bullet velocity is one of the primary variables that go into calculating a trajectory. Achieving a sufficient and consistent muzzle velocity is a major consideration for shooters developing their own load (assembling cartridges themselves, instead of purchasing factory-produced ammunition).
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Long range shooting: Aim, hold, and squeeze
While there are a staggering number of variables that influence the flight of a bullet, successful shooting still relies on the skill of the shooter; their ability to aim correctly, hold that aim as best as possible, and execute good trigger control.
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Long range shooting: Rifling
Rifling, by definition, sets modern rifles apart. It was a pivotal evolution. By applying a spin, projectiles conserved energy, achieving greater distances with increased accuracy.
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Long range shooting: Centrefire cartridge design
Appreciating how modern centrefire rounds work helps a long range shooter understand performance and accuracy factors, select the best bullet for the job, and develop the best load for their rifle.
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Long range shooting: Minute of angle
Minute of angle (MOA) is a unit of angular measurement, like degree or radian. It is a subdivision of a degree, 1/60th. Just as there are 60 minutes in 1 hour, there are 60 minutes in 1 degree. Minutes of angle are used as a common unit to describe sight corrections in long range shooting.
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Long range shooting: Precision and accuracy
Good long range shooting requires both precision and accuracy. Precise shooting means, given the same input conditions, the rounds end up in the same spot. Accurate shooting means you’re aiming for the centre of your target, and accommodating for conditions. An accurate shot, from a precise rifle, strikes the centre of the target.
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Sequent SuperCharger, two months in
Overhyped and under-delivered; an ambitious, kinetic, smartwatch concept left me disappointed. My experience has been marred by lacklustre features, missing functionality, a buggy iOS app, suspect build quality, and two serious watch malfunctions. Unless you enjoy wearing disappointment on your wrist, do not buy a Sequent watch, do not back any of their crowdfunding campaigns.