Dangerous Liberty Ep103 - Special Guest Chuck Cooley - Zeiss Optics Territory Manager/Dealer Rep

Published on November 14, 2024
Duration: 96:04

This episode features a discussion on Extreme Long Range (ELR) shooting, including experiences at a match held at Spear Mountain (Black Bear Shooting Complex). The conversation delves into various calibers used in ELR, the challenges of shooting in difficult terrain, and the performance of Zeiss optics. Chuck Cooley from Zeiss provides insights into new product developments, particularly the HDX binoculars and the V8 and LRP S3 rifle scopes, highlighting their features, build quality, and warranty.

Quick Summary

Zeiss Optics, through its subsidiary Schott Glass, produces high-quality optical glass with advanced formulations to minimize chromatic aberration. Their scopes, like the LRP S3, feature up to 92% light transmission and robust construction, offering excellent value and performance for competitive shooters and hunters.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Welcome
  2. 00:36Podcast Intro & Guests
  3. 01:15Topics: Optics & ELR
  4. 02:42Experiencing an ELR Match
  5. 03:11ELR Caliber Overview
  6. 04:25ELR Match Format & Challenges
  7. 05:02Shooting a 300 Norma Improved
  8. 06:03Spear Mountain Range Difficulty
  9. 07:07Young Shooters in ELR
  10. 08:04ELR Match Hospitality
  11. 08:38Black Bear Shooting Complex
  12. 09:06Shooting Community Camaraderie
  13. 10:25Focus on Personal Performance
  14. 11:11ELR Match Day Structure
  15. 11:50Non-Commercialized Nature of ELR
  16. 13:02One Mile Club Achievement
  17. 13:53ELR Firearm Options
  18. 15:00Custom ELR Rifle Builds
  19. 16:04ELR Target Distances
  20. 17:05ELR Match Advancement Rules
  21. 18:13ELR Academy Courses
  22. 19:35Zeiss Product Updates
  23. 20:09Zeiss Adapting to North America
  24. 21:01Zeiss LRP Development Timeline
  25. 23:33Zeiss Future Product Pipeline
  26. 24:44Zeiss Support for Training
  27. 26:41Zeiss HDX Binoculars
  28. 30:02Zeiss V8 Scope Features
  29. 34:07Zeiss LRP S3 Scope Review
  30. 35:36Zeiss Warranty Explained
  31. 41:20LRP S3 Value Proposition
  32. 42:37First Focal Plane in US Market
  33. 43:07Zeiss Entry into PRS Game
  34. 45:53LRP S3 vs. Other Optics
  35. 46:31Zeiss S3 Reticle Options
  36. 49:12S5 vs. S3 Glass Quality
  37. 51:46S5: Made in Germany
  38. 53:05S5 Glass & Engineering
  39. 53:53S5 Turret System
  40. 55:56Zeiss Optics Durability Testing
  41. 57:51Light Transmission Standards
  42. 60:36Optical Lens Construction
  43. 60:42Understanding 'Schott Glass'
  44. 63:13Zeiss as a Foundation
  45. 65:15S3 vs. S5 Market Segment
  46. 65:44Elevation Travel in Optics
  47. 71:17Parallax Challenges
  48. 73:32S3 Parallax Settings
  49. 74:39Airgun Parallax Use

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Zeiss HDX binoculars?

The Zeiss HDX binoculars offer improved ergonomics with grippier rubber armor, a lighter and more durable magnesium body, and a locking diopter system that allows for precise adjustment and secure locking, enhancing usability in various conditions.

What makes the Zeiss V8 scope suitable for North American hunters?

The Zeiss V8 scope was redeveloped with a new AHR reticle and turret configuration specifically for the North American market. It features true quarter MOA clicks, positive lock turrets with a ballistic stop, and an illuminated reticle with instant on/off functionality for quick target acquisition.

How does the Zeiss LRP S3 scope compare to its competitors?

The Zeiss LRP S3 scope is praised for its excellent value, offering high-quality glass with 92% light transmission, robust durability tested to 1500 G impacts, and a 5-year limited transferable warranty, making it competitive with optics costing significantly more.

What is 'Schott Glass' and its significance to Zeiss?

Schott Glass is an arm of Zeiss, founded by Otto Schott, who developed specialized glass formulations. Zeiss controls Schott's patents and technology, meaning they produce high-quality, specialized glass used not only in their own optics but also sold to other manufacturers.

What are the parallax adjustment ranges for the Zeiss S3 scopes?

The Zeiss S3 4-25x50 model has a parallax adjustment starting at 15 meters, while the 6-36x56 model adjusts down to 10 meters (approximately 10.9 yards), making them suitable for a wide range of shooting distances, including very close targets.

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