My First Time Shooting 1000 Yards (Documentary) - Do I Suck?!?!? 🤣

Published on November 19, 2023
Duration: 26:17

This video documents a shooter's first attempt at engaging targets at 1000 yards using a custom Savage 110 rifle chambered in 25-06 Remington. The shooter highlights the challenges of long-range shooting, particularly the significant impact of wind on bullet trajectory and the difficulty of precise aiming at extended distances with small targets. The content focuses on the practical application of ballistic calculations, windage adjustments, and the learning curve involved in achieving hits at extreme ranges.

Quick Summary

Shooting at 1000 yards is significantly impacted by wind, where a 1 mph crosswind can cause an 11.5-inch bullet shift. Using specialized ammunition like Hornady ELD-X is recommended over hunting rounds like American Whitetail for better ballistic performance and reduced wind drift at extreme ranges.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the ELR Range
  2. 00:14Ammunition: Hornady American Whitetail 25-06
  3. 00:38Range Distances: 600, 700, 1000 Yards
  4. 01:36Rifle Specs: 1 in 10 Twist 25-06
  5. 02:11Ballistics: Drop & Windage at 1000 Yards
  6. 03:03Shooting at 600 Yards
  7. 04:01Ballistic Calculation Errors
  8. 05:04First Time Shooting This Far
  9. 05:27Target Size: 12x12 Squares
  10. 05:30Shooting at 700 Yards
  11. 07:09Zeroing Challenges at 700 Yards
  12. 07:55Wind Impact at 700 Yards
  13. 09:40Wind Judging: Flags vs. Grass
  14. 12:10Shooting at 1000 Yards
  15. 13:01Wind Variability at 1000 Yards
  16. 14:31Windage Adjustments at 1000 Yards
  17. 16:18Confirming Hits at 1000 Yards
  18. 17:24Consistent Wind Conditions
  19. 18:00Sudden Wind Changes
  20. 19:31Extreme Wind Holds
  21. 20:16Suboptimal Ammo for 1000 Yards
  22. 20:36Guessing Wind All Day
  23. 21:07Simultaneous Shots on Target
  24. 21:33Calming Wind Conditions
  25. 22:07Bullet Energy at 1000 Yards
  26. 22:45ELD-X vs. American Whitetail Energy
  27. 23:11Wind Picks Up Again
  28. 23:47Conclusion: Fighting the Wind
  29. 24:11Why Hunting Bullets Fail at 1000 Yards
  30. 24:40Ideal Conditions for More Hits
  31. 25:20Budget Scope Performance
  32. 26:00Rifle Review Link

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main challenges of shooting at 1000 yards?

Shooting at 1000 yards presents significant challenges, primarily the extreme impact of wind on bullet trajectory. Even a 1 mph wind change can cause an 11.5-inch shift in impact. Additionally, small targets become difficult to acquire and hit accurately, and precise ballistic calculations are crucial but complex due to environmental factors.

Is Hornady American Whitetail ammunition suitable for 1000-yard shooting?

No, Hornady American Whitetail 117-grain lead soft-tip bullets are hunting rounds not designed for 1000-yard shooting. They lose significant energy and are highly susceptible to wind drift, making them a poor choice for extreme long-range accuracy compared to specialized match or ELR ammunition like Hornady's ELD-X.

How does wind affect bullet trajectory at 1000 yards?

Wind is a dominant factor at 1000 yards. A mere 1 mph crosswind can shift a bullet's impact by approximately 11.5 inches. This necessitates constant wind observation and precise windage adjustments, as even slight variations in wind speed or direction can cause a miss on a small target.

What factors complicate ballistic calculations for long-range shooting?

Accurate ballistic calculations require precise data, including muzzle velocity from a chronograph and environmental factors. Without this, calculations are rudimentary. Factors like temperature, humidity, barometric pressure, and elevation significantly alter bullet drop and drift, making uncorrected calculations unreliable for extreme distances.

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