Quick Tip - Rifle Accuracy Issues

This expert-level analysis from a Lead Firearms Instructor investigates whether a dirty rifle barrel can remain accurate. The test involved firing 100 rounds through a new Thompson/Center Encore Pro Hunter in .308 Winchester without cleaning. The results indicate that while point of impact shifts due to heat and fouling, the rifle's accuracy actually tightened, suggesting barrel break-in improves performance and that excessive cleaning may not be necessary for all shooters.

This guide details a methodical approach to troubleshooting a precision rifle that has lost accuracy. It emphasizes starting with a thorough cleaning, followed by mechanical checks and refouling. Testing with match ammunition at increasing distances, coupled with chronograph data for ballistic solver adjustments, is key to restoring and verifying accuracy. The instruction comes from an expert with high authority in precision shooting.

This video demonstrates the proper technique for firing a bolt-action rifle, specifically the B4 Armory CSS, in a prone position. It highlights smooth bolt manipulation for cycling rounds and confirms successful hits on a TA Targets steel target. The visual evidence showcases the rifle's takedown design and the quality of the Schmidt & Bender optic.

This video demonstrates advanced long-range precision shooting at 950 yards using a bolt-action rifle and C-Zone steel targets. The shooter, exhibiting experienced authority, successfully engages the target multiple times, highlighting proper prone positioning, trigger control, and bolt cycling techniques. The content is valuable for intermediate to advanced marksmen seeking to refine their skills in extreme distance shooting.

This video demonstrates expert-level long-range shooting with a .300 PRC rifle at an 800-yard range. The demonstration highlights proper rifle preparation, shooter setup in a prone position, and the sequence of engaging a steel target. The high production quality and precision shown indicate advanced proficiency.

This video demonstrates a practical training drill for AR-style rifle engagement. The shooter effectively transitions between a static cardboard target and dynamic steel targets, showcasing controlled fire and efficient magazine reloads. The drill emphasizes accuracy by focusing on designated hit zones while avoiding penalty areas, as evidenced by the tight grouping on the cardboard target.

This video details the installation of a Geissele MK8 Super Modular Rail on an AR-15. Key steps include using a Geissele Reaction Rod for upper receiver stability, proper torquing of the proprietary barrel nut, and secure installation of the gas block and tube. The rail is then slid on and secured with two cross-bolts using a T-handle hex wrench. Final steps involve muzzle device installation and a thorough inspection.

Proper ammunition storage is crucial for maintaining reliability and safety. Avoid storing ammo in cardboard boxes in damp environments, as this leads to moisture absorption and corrosion. Utilize airtight containers like ammo cans and control humidity with desiccants like silica gel packs. Heat accelerates gunpowder and primer degradation, so store ammo at stable room temperatures. Reloading primers are particularly vulnerable to moisture and require strict airtight storage.

This video demonstrates how to upgrade an AR-15's A2 furniture to Magpul components. It details the removal of the A2 grip using a Bondhus hex set and the installation of a Magpul MIAD grip with interchangeable backstraps for improved ergonomics. The process also covers preparing and installing the Magpul PRS stock, highlighting its adjustable features for cheek weld and length of pull.

This video explores the custom Remington 11-87 shotgun used as a prop in 'No Country for Old Men.' The film required a semi-automatic shotgun with a suppressor, a combination not readily available at the time. Prop master Larry Zanoff details how a non-functional, 'homemade' looking suppressor was custom-built for the 11-87, with the iconic silenced sound effect achieved entirely in post-production.