Videos tagged with Civilian Marksmanship

This video offers practical advice for long-range shooting beginners, emphasizing effective spotter-shooter communication and understanding the tactical definition of 'long range.' It introduces a '150 Rule' for estimating windage holds when ballistic data is missing and discusses equipment stability, particularly M-LOK rail flex. Recoil management for gas guns is also covered, focusing on proper grip technique for faster follow-up shots.

The invasion of Ukraine has significant implications for European civilian firearms ownership, potentially leading to an expansion of small arms ownership and marksmanship competency, particularly in Eastern and Southern Europe. The conflict highlights the deterrent effect of an armed and capable civilian population, drawing parallels to Finland's model of integrating sport shooting with military readiness. This trend encourages a culture of citizen preparedness as a practical defense strategy.

This video documents the "Rx3 RxRD" range day event held in San Antonio, Texas. The event brought together a diverse group of individuals, including law enforcement and civilians, tactical and competition shooters, and instructors and students, to train and share their passion for firearms. The description emphasizes the breakdown of imagined barriers and the community-building aspect of the event, where everyone trains together to grow individually and as a community. The video also provides information on applying for the Q4 Rx Range Day and links to the event's Instagram and the video producer's Instagram.

This video explores the Wehrmannsgewehr, a German sporting rifle based on the Mauser 98 action, designed for civilian marksmanship competitions after WWI. Due to post-war restrictions from the Treaty of Versailles, these rifles were chambered in civilian calibers like 8x46R and often converted to single-shot configurations. Expert Ian McCollum details their history, modifications, and the shooting sports they supported.