Tag: MOA
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Getting Perspective: Understanding Focal Planes
Whether you’re new to shooting or you’ve hit the range a few times, some of the terminology can be confusing. When looking down the scope, though, understanding the difference between the first and second focal plane can seriously affect your shooting. First Focal Plane One of the biggest differences between the focal planes is the…
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Reticles 101: How to Choose the Right Rifle Scope Reticle
If you are shopping for a new scope, you’re probably thinking a lot about reticle choice. You aren’t alone. I just went through this process with my new AR-10. There are a sea of options out there, and it’s hard to pick. I’ll help you narrow down your options. Different Reticle Designs There are so…
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How to Use MOA Reticle
How to Use MOA Reticle The trajectory of a spinning bullet isn’t straight. It’s a downward curve (arc) because gravity pulls down the bullet. Wind also swings the bullet sideways. And so, when you shoot, you hit the target at the zero (sight in) distance. But beyond that point-blank (zero) range, you miss. Hence, you…
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Results of a World Record Long Range Shooter and some Aerospace Engineers
The Arc-Rizer is easy to mount and will optimize a $200 scope enhancing performance to equal a $1,600 scope that has internal adjustments. You don’t have to spend thousands on a scope to become competitive in long-range shooting any longer.”
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Shashka Carbine – Part 2 (Ballistic Advantage Barrel)
The heart of the Shashka is the Ballistic Advantage 14.5 inch barrel in Tactical Government profile. It’s slightly thicker than the standard government profile, which increases rigidity. The weight of the 14.5 inch barrel is identical to a 16 inch government profile; both coming in at 28 oz. Like the other barrels in Ballistic Advantage’s…