Bore Sight Your Rifle At Home - FOR FREE

Published on June 10, 2022
Duration: 6:38

This guide details a free, at-home method for bore sighting rifles, as demonstrated by Banana Ballistics. It emphasizes a parallel bore sighting technique at 10 yards to ensure quick on-paper accuracy at the range, saving time and money. The method involves measuring scope height, marking a target, aligning the bore, and adjusting the reticle, with specific considerations for AR-15 platforms. The instructor's high authority level is evident through clear technical explanations and practical demonstrations.

Quick Summary

Learn to bore sight your rifle at home for free using the parallel method. This technique involves measuring scope height, marking a target at 10 yards, aligning the bore, and adjusting the reticle. It's superior to intersecting methods for ensuring accuracy at distance and saves time at the range.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Free Bore Sighting
  2. 00:24Required Tools and Materials
  3. 01:03Safety and Scope Height Measurement
  4. 01:52Target Preparation for Parallel Sighting
  5. 02:35The Parallel Method Theory Explained
  6. 03:51Alignment and Adjustment Steps
  7. 04:51AR-15 Bore Sighting Considerations
  8. 05:31Range Testing and Validation

Frequently Asked Questions

What tools are needed to bore sight a rifle at home for free?

You'll need basic tools like calipers or a tape measure, a level, a marker, a circular target, and a stable rest for your rifle, such as a bipod or a Caldwell Lead Sled, to perform this free bore sighting method.

Why is the parallel bore sighting method recommended over intersecting methods?

The parallel bore sighting method at 10 yards is preferred because it accounts for mechanical offset. This technique ensures your bullet impacts correctly at 100 yards, preventing it from hitting too high, unlike some intersecting methods.

How do you bore sight an AR-15 rifle at home?

For AR-15 platforms, you must remove the bolt carrier group to look through the upper receiver for bore alignment. A stable rest, like a Caldwell Lead Sled, is highly recommended for making the precise adjustments needed.

What is the first step in bore sighting a rifle at home?

The crucial first step is to ensure the rifle is completely clear and unloaded. Then, remove the bolt or bolt carrier group. Measure the height from the center of the scope tube to the center of the bore.

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