Videos tagged with Reticle Movement

This video from Gunwerks Long Range University explains the critical concept of parallax in rifle scopes, identifying it as a common cause of missed shots. It details how parallax occurs when the reticle and target are not on the same focal plane and demonstrates a two-step process for checking and adjusting it using the scope's side focus knob. Proper parallax adjustment is crucial for ensuring the reticle remains stationary on the target as the shooter's eye position changes, thereby improving shot accuracy.

This video explains why shooting position doesn't affect rifle zero, contrary to common belief. The primary reason is proper parallax adjustment on the riflescope, which aligns the reticle and target images in the same focal plane, eliminating perceived reticle movement when the shooter's eye shifts. The presenter, Kurt, emphasizes that when the rifle is canted, gravity still acts vertically, but the induced lateral component of the bullet's trajectory is not compensated for by the scope's zero, leading to misses. This principle also applies to target declination.

This video details the fundamental principles of marksmanship, emphasizing the importance of building a stable shooting position ('building your house'). Instructor Dave Konesick explains how to progress through different shooting positions (prone, sitting, kneeling, standing) and the necessity of achieving multiple points of contact for stability. The core objective is to minimize reticle movement, which is crucial for accurate shots, especially in hunting scenarios.