Videos tagged with PSO-1 Scope

This video provides an in-depth look at the SVD Dragunov, highlighting its historical significance as the first purpose-built DMR. Expert Ian McCollum details its design, technical specifications, and strategic role in Soviet military doctrine, including a demonstration of its field stripping process. The SVD was developed to provide squad-level long-range engagement capabilities.

This video showcases the Romanian PSL-54 rifle, often called the 'Dragunov at home,' highlighting its visual resemblance to the SVD. It demonstrates loading the 7.62x54R caliber rifle with a 10-round magazine and features live-fire engagement with a steel target. The demonstration includes views through the PSO-1 scope and slow-motion footage of the rifle's cycling action, emphasizing safe handling and proficient operation.

This advanced technique guide from AK Operators Union demonstrates rapid target engagement with PSL 54/SVD type rifles at distances from 0 to 500 yards, utilizing a 100-yard zero and specific reticle holds on the PSO-1 scope. Instructor Rob guides Veronica through precise aiming points for each distance, emphasizing wind compensation without adjusting the elevation turret. The method highlights the practical application of the 7.62x54R cartridge's trajectory and the PSO-1 reticle's capabilities for effective long-range shooting.

This video provides a comprehensive guide to zeroing ComBlock DMRs like the SVD and PSL using the PSO-1 scope. It details the scope's turret mechanics, offers a practical 'cheat' zeroing method using iron sights, and explains the click values (5cm at 100m). The guide also covers reticle features, rangefinding capabilities, bullet drop compensation (BDC), illumination, and critical mounting procedures.

This review tests the practical accuracy of the Chinese NDM-86 (Type 85), a Dragunov SVD variant, up to 800 yards using Black Hills .308 Win Match ammunition. The rifle demonstrated high consistency to 500 yards with its 4x PSO-1 scope, but faced challenges at 800 yards. Analysis revealed the Type 85's 1:12 twist rate is better suited for standard match ammo than the original SVD's 1:10 twist.

This video details the history and development of the SVD Dragunov rifle, from its post-WWII origins to its modern variants. It highlights the rifle's design philosophy, technical refinements, and role as a designated marksman rifle for the Soviet and Russian armies. Key aspects include the shift in doctrine, the 1957 trials, ammunition development, and experimental versions.

This "From the Vault" video features Paul Levy and Keith Ford from Brownells showcasing a rare, genuine Dragunov sniper rifle at Rock Island Auctions. Originally designed by Yevgeny Dragunov in the 1960s, the SVD-63 remains in service with various armed forces. The description highlights its distinct features compared to an AK-47, including a forged receiver, short-stroke piston system, adjustable gas block, and last-round bolt-open lock. Chambered in the classic 7.62x54R, the rifle is noted for its comfortable handling and shooting experience, aided by its skeletal thumbhole stock and a 24-inch barrel, coupled with a PSO-1 scope and a 10-round magazine, keeping its weight around 10 lbs.

This review of a 1972 Izhmash SVD Dragunov highlights its historical significance as an original Russian sniper rifle. Despite its designation, its role in Russian military doctrine aligns more with a Designated Marksman Rifle (DMR), engaging targets up to 800 meters. The rifle demonstrates impressive accuracy, achieving approximately 1 MOA with sniper-grade ammunition, comparable to Western systems, and features a notably soft, enjoyable trigger.

The Norinco NDM-86, a Chinese SVD Dragunov clone, is reviewed, highlighting its role as a Designated Marksman Rifle (DMR) rather than a pure sniper rifle. It features a unique short-stroke gas piston system, distinct from AKs. Ammunition testing revealed Hornady Match (174gr) achieved approximately 1 MOA, demonstrating impressive accuracy for its design.

The SVD Dragunov, designed by Yevgeny Dragunov, was developed to replace older Soviet sniper rifles, featuring a robust machined steel receiver and a 3-lug bolt for enhanced lock-up. Its original PSO-1 scope offered advanced features like an infrared detection screen. Chambered in the venerable 7.62x54R cartridge, the SVD is known for its accuracy and reliability, with variants like the Chinese NDM-86 and the folding-stock SVD-S.