The First Ten Shots Out of Your Rifle

Published on June 23, 2010
Duration: 3:52

This video details the critical process of zeroing a Gunwerks rifle, emphasizing turret verification and ballistic calibration. It demonstrates how to set a 500-yard zero, make MOA corrections, and reset the turret. The importance of verifying the turret's ballistic profile against the rifle's actual trajectory at different distances, like 710 yards, is highlighted for accurate long-range shooting.

Quick Summary

To zero a Gunwerks rifle, start by establishing a 500-yard zero. Make MOA corrections based on shot groups, then reset the turret to match the zeroed distance. Finally, verify the turret's ballistic profile by shooting at a different range, like 710 yards, to ensure accuracy.

Chapters

  1. 00:13Verifying the Turret
  2. 00:50Zeroing at 500 Yards
  3. 01:38Making MOA Corrections
  4. 02:16Resetting the Turret to Zero
  5. 02:45Trajectory Verification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the first step in zeroing a Gunwerks rifle for long-range shooting?

The initial step involves zeroing the rifle at a long-range distance, typically 500 yards. This establishes a baseline point of impact before making fine adjustments to the scope's turret.

How do you verify the turret's ballistic profile matches the rifle's trajectory?

After zeroing, you must verify the turret's calibration by shooting at a different, longer distance, such as 710 yards. Consistent hits confirm the system is accurately calibrated for various ranges.

What is MOA and how is it used in rifle zeroing?

MOA stands for Minute of Angle. It's used to measure adjustments. If your group is low, you'd dial up a specific MOA correction on your scope and then re-shoot to confirm the adjustment.

Why is it important to reset the turret after zeroing?

Once zeroed, the turret is removed and repositioned so the corresponding yardage mark (e.g., 500 yards) aligns with the index mark. This ensures the physical dial accurately reflects the rifle's confirmed zero.

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