Posted: 10/11/2011 11:25:27 AM EDT
[Last Edit: ChaseSS][Edited]
|
Hey gentlemen,
Looking for a good current book to learn about all the fundamentals long range/precision shooting... things like reticle choices, windage adjustments, MOA & calculations, etc. It would be nice if its something published within the last couple years. Any suggestions? Doesn't even need to necessarily have to be a book, videos, tutorials, etc. Does anyone know if the new Magpul Precision Rifle dvd covers this type of stuff on a beginner level or is more advanced? |
The only way to reform people is to kill them.
Joined:
Nov 2009
Posts:
5518
EE: 100% (4)
AZ, USA
|
Magpul tries not to use terms like "beginner" or "advanced" because they say that an advanced shooter is someone who just hones the fundamentals.
You can learn from that DVD today and still be able to gain knowledge from it after 10 years of long range shooting. Same with all their DVD's. They know their sh*t! |
Old Timer-Just Cause, Desert Storm, Restore Hope
Joined:
Jan 2005
Posts:
1289
EE: 100% (9)
KY, USA
|
Originally Posted By ZombieResponseUnit:
The Magpul precision rifle DVD set is fantastic. Lots of stuff on reticles and wind and elevation. Good for beginners through expert. Todd Hodnett knows his stuff! I have seen a lot of mixed reviews on this, guess I am going to have to take the plunge and see for myself. A lot of comments made about things in the videos like focusing on using a Horus Reticle and Software which are obviously not of real benefit unless you have that equipment. Have also heard that it was too advanced for some, and too basic for others, which makes me wonder what level is it is really coming across at? Don't get me wrong, I am sure there is plenty of good info in it, just have to determine if the material in it is worth the price of admission or if can be found somewhere else for less? Also determine which level of shooters this would really apply to. If you are looking to learn about Long Range Shooting: http://www.accurateshooter.com/ TON of free articles/information for long range shooting http://www.longrangehunting.com/ Geared to hunting, but a lot of good long range info In terms of books, Bryan Litz's book is great in terms of understanding long range ballistics (nothing on shooting skills). David Tubbs is a Master of Positional Shooting with over 11 Natioal Titles, his books cover a lot of material from shooting fundamentals to equipment. SNIPING Author: Plaster, John Main Title: The Ultimate Sniper : an advanced training manual for military & police snipers Published/Created: Boulder, Colo : Paladin Press, 1993 Description: 453 pgs ISBN: 0873647041 Author: Lonsdale, Mark Main Title: Sniper II : a guide to special response teams Published/Created: Los Angeles, Calif : Specialized Tactical Training Unit, 1992 Description: 306 pgs ISBN: 0939235013 Author: Lau, Mike Main Title: "The Military and Police Sniper" Published/Created: Precision Shooting Inc, 2000 Description: 350 pgs ISBN: 1931220026 Author: Dae Lauck Main Title: "Advanced Tactical Marksmanship: More High-Performance Techniques for Police, Military and Practical Shooters" Published/Created: Paladin Press, 2002 Description: 232 pgs ISBN: 1581603371 US Army FM 23-10 Sniper Training US Army TC 23-14 Sniper Training & Employment BALLISTICS Author: Bryan Litz Main Title: "Applied Ballistics for Long Range Shooting" Published/Created: Applied Ballistics LLC, 2009 Description: 536 pgs ISBN: 061527661X Author: Robert A. Rinker Main Title: Understanding Firearm Ballistics Published/Created: Mulberry House Pub Co; 6 Ed, 2005 Description: 432 pgs ISBN: 0964559854 HUNTING Author: Van Zwoll, Wayne Main Title: "The Hunter's Guide to Accurate Shooting" Published/Created: Lyons Press, 2004 Description: 352 pgs ISBN:1592284906 COMPETATIVE SHOOTING Author: Tubb, David Main Title: Rifle Shooter Published/Created: Zediker Publishing, 2003 Description: 416 pgs ISBN: B000JUM52C Author: Tubb, David Main Title: Highpower Rifle Published/Created: Zediker Publishing, 1993 Description: 205 pgs ISBN: 0962692522 Author: Dave Brennan Main Title: Precision Shooting at 1,000 Yards Published/Created: Precision Shooting Inc (November 2000) Description: 256 pgs ISBN: 0967094887 Author: M/SGT James R. Owens Main Title: 1 - Reading the Wind and Coaching Techniques 2 - Sight Alignment & Trigger Control 3 - Leather Sling Shooting 4 - Care & Maintenance Published/Created: JAFEICA Publishing, 1996 Author: Linda Miller & Keith Cunningham Main Title: The Wind Book For Rifle Shooters Published/Created: Paladin Press (Jan 2007) Description: 134 pgs ISBN: 1581605323 |
"It takes a remarkable person not just to say a Creed and memorize a Creed, but to live by a Creed." S. Shughart
9-11-01 "All gave some, some gave all", Rest in Peace Brothers of FDNY
9-11-01 "All gave some, some gave all", Rest in Peace Brothers of FDNY