Videos tagged with Gun University
When shooting uphill or downhill, the bullet will impact high, requiring the shooter to aim lower than the true distance. Calculate the correct elevation hold by multiplying the true distance by the cosine of the angle. Windage adjustments, however, must always be based on the true distance. Angles in natural terrain rarely exceed 30 degrees.
This video features Ryan Cleckner, a former special forces sniper and instructor from Gun University, demonstrating a simple mental trick for quickly converting yards to meters and vice versa. This technique is designed to be useful for shooters who encounter mixed-unit target ranges or during field shooting scenarios, helping to save time and prevent confusion under pressure. The description also promotes Ryan Cleckner's "Long Range Shooting Handbook" and directs viewers to NSSF resources for finding shooting ranges and further information.
This video from Ryan Cleckner, a former special forces sniper and instructor from Gun University, teaches viewers how to estimate range to a target using the Mil-Dot formula with a mil-radian reticle. It's presented as a simple, math-based method for real-world long-range shooting scenarios, applicable whether on the range or in the field. The video aims to turn a rifle scope into a precision distance-measuring tool.
This video from Gun University, featuring former special forces sniper Ryan Cleckner, provides practical instruction on utilizing MILs (mils-per-radian) in real-world shooting scenarios. It focuses on how to gather and employ Data On Previous Engagements (DOPE) for enhanced long-range accuracy. The content caters to shooters looking to effectively use their MIL-based scopes and understand professional methods for ballistic data collection and application.
This video, part 3 of a 4-part series, focuses on the critical step of rifle scope placement when mounting a scope. Host Ryan Cleckner, a former Army Ranger sniper team leader and author of the Long-Range Shooting Handbook, shares his personal methodology for this process. The video also promotes Gun University's free scope ring finder tool and Cleckner's book for those interested in precision rifle shooting. It is presented by NSSF and associated with their 'Let's Go Shooting' initiative.
This is the first part of a four-part series on how to properly mount a scope on a rifle. Hosted by Ryan Cleckner, a former Army Ranger sniper team leader and author, this episode focuses on the essential components needed to get started. The video also promotes Gun University's scope ring finder tool and Ryan Cleckner's book, 'Long Range Shooting Handbook: A Beginners Guide to Precision Rifle Shooting'. It is part of content from the NSSF, encouraging responsible firearm ownership and activities.
Ryan Cleckner from Gun University provides an expert breakdown of First Focal Plane (FFP) versus Second Focal Plane (SFP) rifle scopes. He explains that FFP scopes magnify the reticle and target image proportionally, making reticle measurements accurate at all magnifications, ideal for precision shooting. SFP scopes, where the reticle size is constant, are often preferred for hunting and low-light conditions due to reticle visibility at lower powers, and are generally less expensive.
