Hunters Prep & Long Range Training; What's in Your Holster?; New Shooters: Gun Talk Radio| 7.22.18 C

Published on July 25, 2018
Duration: 44:21

This video details the FTW Ranch's SAM (Sportsmen All-weather All-terrain Marksmanship) course, focusing on ethical hunting and long-range shooting proficiency. Key takeaways include understanding environmental limitations, mastering the concept of acceptable reticle movement for ethical shots, and the importance of trigger control and wind reading. The course emphasizes making one-shot kills and avoiding wounded animals, even at extended ranges, by knowing personal and equipment capabilities.

Quick Summary

The FTW Ranch's SAM course emphasizes ethical hunting by teaching proficiency in long-range shooting. Key principles include understanding environmental factors like wind, mastering acceptable reticle movement (keeping wobble within 3-4 inches of a 9-inch vital zone), and practicing proper trigger control to ensure one-shot kills and avoid wounding animals.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Laser Sights for Confidence
  2. 00:23Gun Talk Radio Intro
  3. 00:48History of Gun Talk Radio
  4. 01:39FTW Ranch Visit
  5. 02:01Tim Fallon Intro
  6. 02:34About FTW Ranch
  7. 02:50SAM Hunter Training Program
  8. 03:30Ethical Hunting Philosophy
  9. 04:33Teaching Long Range Shooting
  10. 05:02Wind Drift and Bullet Impact
  11. 05:24Craig Barrington's Definition of Long Range
  12. 05:48Knowing Your Capabilities
  13. 06:41Science and Art of Shooting
  14. 07:09Acceptable Reticle Movement
  15. 07:35Principles of Marksmanship
  16. 08:05Simulated Mule Deer Hunt
  17. 08:45Reticle Wobble vs. Kill Zone
  18. 09:59Trigger Control and Muzzle Movement
  19. 11:01FTW Ranch Facility Details
  20. 11:25Longest Range Details
  21. 11:56FTW Ranch Website
  22. 12:22Listener Call-in: How Far is Too Far?
  23. 12:44WhereToShoot.org Resource
  24. 13:13Gun Dealio App
  25. 14:09US Sportsmen Alliance
  26. 14:40Ruger Mark 4
  27. 15:19Blink XT System
  28. 16:02Listener Call-in: Holster Discussion
  29. 19:23Listener Call-in: Binary Trigger
  30. 22:42Gun Talk Newsletter
  31. 22:56Seattle Gun Control Lawsuit
  32. 24:52Listener Call-in: Age to Start Shooting
  33. 27:35Listener Call-in: Webley Mark VI
  34. 31:15Sig Sauer Firearms
  35. 31:47HSM Ammunition
  36. 32:16Ducks Unlimited
  37. 32:45SureFire Lights
  38. 33:32Listener Call-in: .455 Webley Ammo & Carry Guns
  39. 37:07Listener Call-in: Youth Shooting Safety
  40. 39:46Judge Kavanaugh on Gun Rights
  41. 40:45NYPD Gun Permit Bribery Scandal
  42. 41:40Listener Call-in: Callahan 44 Magnum & Manufacturer Requests
  43. 44:00After Show Invitation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FTW Ranch's SAM course focused on?

The FTW Ranch's SAM (Sportsmen All-weather All-terrain Marksmanship) course focuses on ethical hunting and developing proficiency in long-range shooting. It aims to teach hunters to make ethical one-shot kills by understanding their equipment, environmental factors like wind, and their own capabilities.

What is 'acceptable reticle movement' in shooting?

Acceptable reticle movement refers to the allowable wobble of the rifle's reticle within the target's vital zone. For an elk's 9-inch kill zone, the reticle wobble should ideally be kept within 3-4 inches to ensure a hit within the vital area, even with slight variations.

How does the FTW Ranch approach long-range hunting training?

FTW Ranch teaches long-range shooting not to encourage extreme distances, but to help hunters understand their personal and equipment limitations. This involves extensive practice to determine how far they can ethically and accurately shoot under various conditions, discouraging shots beyond their proven capabilities.

What is the significance of trigger control in marksmanship?

Proper trigger control is crucial for accuracy. Smashing or jerking the trigger, often a reaction to excitement or excessive reticle wobble, causes the muzzle to move, leading to missed shots. A smooth, consistent trigger press is essential for maintaining a stable aim.

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