Videos tagged with Kestrel 5700

This video details a management hunt in South Africa, emphasizing practical gear selection and application. Expert Iain Harrison showcases two rifles, the Mossberg Patriot LR in 6.5 PRC and a custom .22 Creedmoor, alongside essential optics like Leupold scopes and rangefinding binoculars, and ballistic tools like the Kestrel 5700. The content highlights the importance of ammunition choice, suppressor use, and the conservation principles behind management hunting, culminating in a successful double Kudu harvest.

This guide details the setup for a baboon hunt in South Africa, featuring Iain Harrison's primary Mossberg Patriot LR in 6.5 PRC and a custom 22 Creedmoor backup rifle. It covers essential gear like Leupold optics and Kestrel ballistics meters, emphasizing practical application and terminal performance of specific ammunition. The insights are presented with the authority of RECOIL Magazine's Editor-in-Chief.

This video details the process of building an SPR (Special Purpose Rifle) kit based on recommendations from an AI like ChatGPT. It covers rifle platform selection, optic choices, essential gear, maintenance items, and considerations for employment in various scenarios. The instructor emphasizes practical application and the importance of skill over just gear.

This video details a highly organized and efficient spotting setup honed over 10 years of firearms instruction by Weapon Snatcher. It focuses on integrating essential gear onto a tripod for long-range shooting and training, emphasizing streamlined workflow and accessibility. The setup includes specific recommendations for tripods, organizational accessories, optics, chronographs, and data management tools, showcasing a professional approach to field operations.

William Ryder provides a comprehensive breakdown of his gear setup for the 2025 NRL Hunter season. He details his rifle components, including the Terminus Zeus action, Manners LRH stock, and Leupold Mark 5 optic, explaining the 'what and why' behind each choice. Ryder also covers essential support gear such as shooting bags, tripods, and his pack contents, emphasizing weight limits and practical considerations for competition.

This advanced guide from Weapon Snatcher demonstrates how to maximize the utility of a Kestrel ballistics calculator for efficient long-range shooting. It covers setting up environmental data, inputting wind conditions, and utilizing the range card feature for quick ballistic solutions. Crucially, it details methods for practicing wind calls and trajectory adjustments mentally, without live fire, by using the Kestrel's generation functions to simulate shooting scenarios and refine estimation skills. This technique is presented as a vital tool for improving shooter performance and mental preparation, especially for competitive or tactical applications.

This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough of navigating the Kestrel ballistics calculator, focusing on its interface and core functionalities. It covers button layouts, menu navigation, and the distinction between ballistics and atmospheric data screens. The instructor emphasizes understanding gun profiles, environmental factors, and various settings like Bluetooth connectivity, memory management, and display options to effectively utilize the device for ballistics calculations.

This guide details essential gear for PRS and NRL style competitions, drawing from an experienced shooter's 'bag dump.' It covers pack selection, ballistic calculators, rangefinders, wind indicators, specialized bags, and essential tools. The focus is on practical, competition-proven equipment for new and intermediate shooters looking to optimize their setup.

This guide details the process of swapping barrels and attaching a suppressor on the Barrett MK22 ASR, as demonstrated by retired Special Forces Sniper Kevin Owens. The video emphasizes the rifle's modularity and user-serviceable features, crucial for field operations. Owens, a Subject Matter Expert involved in the rifle's adoption, provides authoritative instruction on these procedures.

This video demonstrates a long-range shooting scenario at 1000 yards using the Sig Sauer BDX system. It highlights the integration of a Kestrel 5700 with Bluetooth to range targets and transmit ballistic solutions to the BDX scope. The process involves pairing devices, obtaining an instant solution, and dialing the scope for elevation adjustments, even when mechanical limits are approached.