Long Range Pursuit | S9 E12 The Revic In Oregon

Published on June 6, 2024
Duration: 22:01

This video demonstrates long-range shooting techniques, focusing on the critical skill of wind calling. It highlights the use of advanced optics like Revic scopes that integrate ballistic data and real-time wind information to calculate precise shot adjustments. The content emphasizes practice and communication for accurate shooting at extended distances, particularly in hunting scenarios.

Quick Summary

Accurate long-range shooting requires precise equipment and environmental compensation, especially wind. Advanced scopes like Revic integrate ballistic data and real-time wind information to calculate MOA adjustments, simplifying wind calls for hunters and shooters.

Chapters

  1. 00:19Introducing the 28 Nosler and Hornady ELD
  2. 00:38Revic Scope Ballistics Integration
  3. 01:01Target Acquired at 406 Yards
  4. 01:36Importance of Wind Calls at 1000 Yards
  5. 01:53Advanced Scope Features: Wind Input
  6. 03:07Practice Session Challenges
  7. 04:00Successful Shot Confirmation
  8. 04:56Oregon Hunting Location and Plan
  9. 08:03Elk Sighting and Game Plan
  10. 09:08Finding the Right Bull
  11. 11:26Spotting Multiple Bulls
  12. 13:06Dozens of Bulls in the Canyon
  13. 14:4828 Nosler Suppressed Setup
  14. 15:14Effective Range: 500-1000 Yards
  15. 17:12Bull Engages at 800 Yards
  16. 18:45Tracking the Bull in Cover
  17. 19:41The Successful Shot
  18. 20:03Assessing the Harvested Bull
  19. 21:13Perfect Location for the Shot

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key components for accurate long-range shooting?

Accurate long-range shooting relies on precise equipment like a quality rifle and optics, accurate ammunition, and crucially, the shooter's ability to accurately estimate distance and compensate for environmental factors, especially wind. Ballistic solvers integrated into scopes significantly aid this process.

How do advanced rifle scopes assist with wind calls?

Advanced rifle scopes, like the Revic model shown, can integrate ballistic data (BC, velocity) and real-time environmental inputs such as wind speed and direction. This allows the scope to calculate precise adjustments or holdovers, simplifying the process of compensating for wind drift at extended ranges.

What cartridge is being used for long-range elk hunting in this video?

The video features the 28 Nosler cartridge, loaded with 180-grain Hornady ELD bullets. This combination is presented as a powerful and effective choice for hunting large game like elk at extended distances.

Why is wind calling so important in long-range shooting?

Wind is a significant factor that can push a projectile off course. At longer distances, even slight variations in wind speed or direction can cause a bullet to miss a small target. Accurate wind calls, often calculated with ballistic data and scope assistance, are essential for precision.

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