Can I Shoot 1 MOA All Day? (Bloke/Polenar Challenge Accepted!)

Published on May 14, 2024
Duration: 6:04

This guide details the process of attempting the '1 MOA All Day' challenge, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It covers rifle and ammunition selection, shooting technique, and target analysis using the Ballistic-X app. The expert-level instruction emphasizes precision and adherence to challenge rules, highlighting the difficulty of achieving sub-MOA accuracy consistently.

Quick Summary

The '1 MOA All Day' challenge requires firing 10 shots into a group of 1.024 inches or less at 100 yards, with no flyers. Forgotten Weapons tested this with a Q Fix and PGM Ultima Ratio rifle, achieving 2.081 MOA and 1.617 MOA respectively, highlighting the difficulty of consistent sub-MOA accuracy.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to 1 MOA Challenge
  2. 00:34First Rifle & Gear Setup
  3. 01:21First Attempt Shooting
  4. 02:22First Target Analysis
  5. 02:32Second Rifle & Gear Setup
  6. 03:06Second Attempt Shooting
  7. 04:44Second Target Analysis
  8. 05:19Challenge to Viewers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the '1 MOA All Day' challenge?

The '1 MOA All Day' challenge requires a shooter to fire 10 rounds into a group measuring 1.024 inches or less (1 MOA) at 100 yards, with no flyers or do-overs allowed in a single attempt. Precise measurement is typically done using apps like Ballistic-X.

Which rifles were used to attempt the 1 MOA challenge?

In the Forgotten Weapons video, the challenge was attempted with a Q Fix rifle (under 10.5 lbs) chambered in 8.6 Blackout, and a PGM Ultima Ratio rifle (heavier) chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor, each with different optics and ammunition.

What were the results of the 1 MOA challenge attempts?

Neither the Q Fix rifle (2.081 MOA) nor the PGM Ultima Ratio rifle (1.617 MOA) successfully achieved the 1 MOA goal in the video. The PGM Ultima Ratio came closer, indicating its potential for greater accuracy.

What tools are needed for the 1 MOA challenge?

Essential tools include a capable rifle and ammunition, a precision optic, a target set at the specified distance (e.g., 100 yards), and a ballistic analysis app like Ballistic-X for accurate group measurement.

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