Rifle Transitions - Cowboy Action Shooting

Learn essential rifle mounting and levering techniques for Cowboy Action Shooting from World Champion Jim Finch. Proper shoulder socket mounting and extended support hand placement stabilize your platform. Avoid common mistakes like excessive elbow elevation or incorrect thumb positioning to maintain accuracy and speed during rapid fire.

This guide, based on instruction from World Champion Jim Finch ('Long Hunter'), details proper crossdraw holster positioning and safety protocols for Cowboy Action Shooting. It emphasizes moving the holster forward for a safer, more direct draw and outlines key practice points for improving technique and safety.

This guide details the loading and unloading procedures for a modernized single-action revolver, specifically the Ruger Vicero, which is based on the Colt 1873 design. It highlights the modern coil springs and transfer safety bar that allow for safe carrying of six rounds, contrasting with the original Colt's manual of arms. The process involves opening the loading gate to insert rounds and using the ejector rod for unloading.

This video demonstrates advanced reloading techniques for both a suppressed lever-action rifle and a large-frame revolver, as performed by an experienced shooter. It showcases rapid firing drills on steel targets, emphasizing proficient firearm manipulation and the use of a shot timer for performance tracking. The content highlights practical application of speed reloads and sustained fire, suitable for intermediate to advanced shooters looking to improve their efficiency under pressure.

This video demonstrates basic revolver firing techniques in an outdoor setting. The presenter, Shawn Harper, fires a single-action revolver multiple times, engaging in playful commentary. The content focuses on the recreational aspect of shooting rather than technical instruction.

This guide details the one-shot reload technique for revolvers, crucial for Cowboy Action Shooting competitions. World Champion Jim Finch 'Long Hunter' demonstrates methods for Colt-style revolvers and Ruger Vaqueros, including a faster technique for free-spin cylinder models. Consistent practice is key to mastering these speed reloads.

This drill, demonstrated by Adam Painchaud from SIG SAUER Academy, focuses on improving pistol accuracy by isolating trigger anticipation. By firing a single live round and immediately following with a dry fire reset, shooters can identify and correct muzzle movement caused by flinching or anticipating recoil. Practicing this at distance, like 40 yards, provides clear feedback on accuracy and trigger control.

This guide, presented by former sniper Ryan Cleckner, breaks down the critical concept of Minute of Angle (MOA) for long-range rifle shooting. It explains how MOA is an angular measurement that increases in linear value with distance, crucial for understanding bullet drop and making accurate scope adjustments. The instruction emphasizes calculating MOA at specific ranges and converting these to scope clicks for precise zeroing.

This guide synthesizes expert instruction from Ryan Cleckner on fundamental long-range rifle shooting techniques. Key areas covered include achieving stability in the prone position, proper scope alignment to avoid 'scope shadow,' focusing on the reticle for sight picture, and executing precise trigger control with follow-through. Cleckner, a recognized industry expert and former Army Ranger sniper, emphasizes these core principles for accurate long-range engagement.

Ryan Cleckner, a former Sniper Team Leader, provides expert instruction on mounting a rifle scope. This guide covers essential steps from safety checks to final adjustments, emphasizing personalized fit for optimal performance. Key takeaways include proper ring placement, achieving correct eye relief and cheek weld, leveling the scope, and focusing the reticle for individual vision.