Long Range
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How Do I Get Started in Long-Range Shooting?
Start with a quality bolt-action rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor or .308 Winchester, a good scope (minimum 10x magnification, MRA…
Bolt Action vs Semi-Auto for Precision Shooting — Which Is Better?
Bolt-action rifles are more accurate at extreme distances, simpler to maintain, more reliable with a wider range of ammu…
6.5 Creedmoor vs .308 Winchester — Which Caliber Should I Choose for Precision Shooting?
Choose 6.5 Creedmoor for long-range precision past 600 yards — it has a flatter trajectory, less wind drift, and less re…
MOA vs MRAD — Which Reticle and Turret System Should I Use for Long-Range Shooting?
Use MRAD (milliradians) for precision and long-range shooting. MRAD is the modern standard used by military, competition…
How Do I Read Wind for Long-Range Shooting?
Wind reading is the hardest skill in long-range shooting and the biggest variable affecting accuracy past 400 yards. Sta…
Should I Handload Ammunition for Long-Range Precision?
Yes, if you shoot regularly at distances beyond 600 yards. Handloading lets you tune ammunition specifically to your rif…
What Barrel Length Do I Need for Long-Range Precision by Caliber?
For 6.5 Creedmoor, a 24-inch barrel is the standard for full velocity (2,700+ fps with 140gr). For .308 Winchester, 20 t…
How Do I Build a Precision AR-10 for Long-Range Shooting?
Start with an Aero Precision M5 receiver set or equivalent, a Criterion or Proof Research 22- to 24-inch barrel in 6.5 C…
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