Videos tagged with Ryan Cleckner

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.

Ryan Cleckner, a former special operations sniper and instructor, explains the complexities of converting between Minutes of Angle (MOA) and Milliradians (MILs). He highlights the difference between 'True MIL' and 'NATO MIL' and provides a simplified 'fudge factor' of 3.5 for quick mental calculations in the field, making it easier for shooters to adjust their scopes accurately.

Ryan Cleckner, a former special operations sniper, explains that MOA and MILs (MRAD) are simply different units of angular measurement for rifle scopes. While neither is inherently superior, MILs are often recommended for new shooters due to their base-10 math. Cleckner emphasizes matching turret adjustments to reticle types and debunks myths about precision, showing that 0.25 MOA clicks can be finer than 0.1 MIL clicks.

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 guide, presented by former special operations sniper Ryan Cleckner, breaks down the concept of Milliradians (MILs) for long-range shooting. It explains MILs as a ratio (1 MIL = 1/1000th of distance), details how scope adjustments (typically 0.1 MIL per click) translate to precise centimeter adjustments at specific ranges, and demonstrates shot correction calculations. The importance of understanding bullet trajectory, DOPE, and establishing a 100-meter zero is also covered, emphasizing practical application for accuracy.

This guide, presented by former special operations sniper Ryan Cleckner, details how to gather essential DOPE (Data on Previous Engagements) for long-range shooting using Minutes of Angle (MOA). It emphasizes using ammunition box data as a baseline, calculating MOA adjustments for specific distances, verifying with ballistic software, and refining shots through live fire. The importance of meticulously recording confirmed data for future use under similar conditions is stressed.

This video explains Minute of Angle (MOA) for long-range shooting, presented by former special operations sniper Ryan Cleckner. It details how MOA is an angular measurement that translates to approximately 1 inch at 100 yards, with its linear value increasing proportionally with distance. The guide emphasizes practical application through 'chunks' and discusses trajectory adjustments, including the counter-intuitive need to adjust 'up' for very close targets.

This video, presented by former special operations sniper and firearm expert Ryan Cleckner, covers the fundamental principles of gun safety and provides an overview of various safe firearm storage solutions. It meticulously details the four basic rules of firearm safety: treating every gun as if loaded, always pointing in the safest direction, keeping a finger off the trigger until ready to shoot, and ensuring a clear target and backstop. The video then explores different storage options including cable locks, AR-15-style magazine well locks, handgun lockboxes, gun cabinets, and safes, catering to diverse lifestyles and storage needs. The content is designed to educate viewers and foster familiarity with safe firearm handling and storage practices.

This video from the 2024 SHOT Show features Ryan Cleckner, a former Army Ranger sniper team leader and author, sharing his expertise on improving shotgun shooting skills. Diverging from his usual focus on rifle precision, Cleckner discusses the methods he employed to enhance his proficiency with shotguns. The video also promotes his "Long-Range Shooting Handbook" and directs viewers to various NSSF and related organization channels for further engagement.

This Gun Talk Radio episode features Ryan Cleckner, a military sniper, long-range instructor, and lawyer, discussing the practicalities of accuracy in the hunting world. He addresses how much accuracy is truly needed for hunting scenarios and provides insights into developing shooting skills for precision marksmanship. The discussion aims to help shooters understand real-world accuracy concerns and improve their abilities. The episode also promotes Gun Talk Radio's broadcast and podcast schedules, along with subscription options for their content.