Videos tagged with Ballistic Drop Compensator

This video reviews the DNT Zulus V2, a versatile digital night vision scope that also functions in daylight. The presenter, an experienced user of DNT Optics, highlights its upgraded features, affordability, and practical applications for hunting and property defense. Key improvements include a brighter screen, better eye relief, and integrated features like a laser rangefinder and ballistic drop compensator.

This 3-day carbine class at Thunder Ranch, taught by Steve Fisher of Sentinel Concepts, focused on practical carbine skills. Key takeaways include detailed zeroing procedures, understanding reticle holds for various distances, and practical application of these techniques on steel targets out to 700 yards. The course also covered positional shooting, barricade techniques, and effective malfunction clearance methods.

This Q&A session with Lead and Steel delves into the design and manufacturing of firearm optics, focusing on their Promethean LP1 red dot sight. Key topics include the trade-offs in optic size and magnification, the obsolescence debate for iron sights on handguns, and the future of advanced optic technologies like auto-calibrating BDCs and thermal overlays. The discussion also covers parallax reduction, sealing optics against fogging, and the development of new pistol optics like the Pandora.

This video explains how to effectively use Ballistic Drop Compensator (BDC) reticles even with mismatched firearm and ammunition setups. The key takeaway is to adjust your primary zero point away from the traditional 100 yards to align the BDC hash marks with your specific ammunition's ballistic trajectory. This requires using tools like a chronograph and ballistic software to determine the correct zero distance, making BDC reticles functional for a wider range of setups.

This review of the Primary Arms ACSS Raptor 1-6x scope highlights its value as an affordable, single focal plane optic. The reviewer, Chris from Regular Guy Training, emphasizes the effectiveness of the ACSS reticle, particularly at higher magnifications, and its utility for ballistic drop compensation. He notes the scope's surprisingly clear glass, generous eye relief, and accurate turrets, making it a strong contender in the budget LPVO market.

The Aimpoint Comp M5B, introduced at SHOT Show 2020, features user-serviceable ballistic drop compensating turrets for elevation adjustments. It utilizes a single red dot reticle and offers windage adjustments for various wind conditions. The sight is powered by a common AAA battery and constructed with a durable 7075 aluminum body.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Trijicon ACOG TA31 Aurora, highlighting its unique ACSS ranging reticle and Bindon Aiming Concept. The presenter, an experienced firearms instructor, demonstrates how the reticle facilitates rapid target acquisition and ranging, even at extended distances, by allowing shooters to estimate target height and distance without complex calculations. The review emphasizes the optic's effectiveness for both close-quarters and mid-range engagements, noting its utility for increasing first-round hit probability.

This video from SHOT Show 2018 introduces Bushnell's new Tac Optics line of red dot and prism sights. The Mini Cannon offers multiple reticles and long battery life, the Big D features a large objective for an expanded field of view, and the Little P is a compact 1x prism sight with an etched reticle for battery-free use and a ballistic drop compensator.

This review of the Trijicon AccuPower 1-4x24 optic highlights its suitability for medium-range engagements on AR-15 platforms. The reviewer, Chris from Regular Guy Training, details the segmented circle/dot BDC reticle, its second focal plane nature, and the importance of focus adjustment. While praising its glass clarity and ruggedness, he notes limitations in close-quarters speed and reticle brightness for daytime use, comparing it favorably to ACOGs for eye relief and variable magnification.