Top 5 Reasons We Miss Series | 4 | Misholding the Wind

Published on October 25, 2023
Duration: 4:28

This guide details the technique of 'holding the wind' in the reticle, a method for compensating for wind drift in long-range shooting. It emphasizes pushing the crosshairs into the wind and using hash marks to establish an aiming point, rather than dialing the scope. The video highlights the importance of understanding reticle subtensions, especially the difference between first and second focal plane scopes, to avoid miscalculations.

Quick Summary

Master windage holds by pushing your crosshairs into the wind and using reticle hash marks as your aiming point. This technique is faster and less error-prone than dialing. Understand that first focal plane scopes offer consistent subtensions across all magnifications, unlike second focal plane scopes where accuracy is limited to maximum power.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction to Missed Shots
  2. 00:27Mistake #4: Misholding the Wind
  3. 00:43Correct Wind Holding Technique
  4. 00:55Pushing Reticle into Wind
  5. 01:26How to Screw Up Wind Holds
  6. 01:40Example of Incorrect Hold
  7. 01:54Second Focal Plane Scope Issues
  8. 02:14First Focal Plane Scope Advantage
  9. 02:30SFP Scope Challenges in Field
  10. 02:44Revic FFP Scope Example
  11. 02:55Old SFP Scope Example
  12. 03:26PRS Match SFP Scope Issue
  13. 03:46Over-Holding Windage
  14. 03:54Gunwerks Recommendation
  15. 04:06Next Topic & Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the correct technique for holding windage in a rifle scope reticle?

The correct technique involves pushing your main crosshair into the direction of the wind by the required MOA amount. Then, count back the same number of hash marks towards the center; this hash mark becomes your new aiming point on the target to compensate for wind drift.

Why is holding windage in the reticle often better than dialing the scope?

Holding windage in the reticle is generally faster and reduces the chance of human error compared to dialing the turret. It allows you to stay on target and avoid coming off the scope to adjust, which is crucial under pressure.

How do first focal plane (FFP) and second focal plane (SFP) scopes differ regarding windage holds?

In FFP scopes, reticle subtensions remain constant across all magnifications, making wind holds accurate at any power. In SFP scopes, subtensions are only accurate at the maximum magnification, requiring careful power management for reliable windage compensation.

What common mistake can occur when using a second focal plane scope for windage holds?

A common mistake with SFP scopes is adjusting magnification to find a target and then not returning to maximum power before shooting. This causes the reticle hash marks to subtend a larger MOA than intended, leading to over-holding the wind.

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