Being a Marine doesn’t mean the same thing for everybody. Despite being the smallest military branch employed by the United States, a wide variety of occupational specialties, combat theaters, and operational requirements assures us all that our time in boots will be a unique … [Read more...]
Bolt-action vs. Semi-auto There is an ongoing debate as to whether someone should purchase a semi-automatic rifle or a bolt-action rifle for long-range precision shooting. There are a few key variances in both which make them very different, and probably contribute to the … [Read more...]
The Ghillie Suit, originally developed by Scottish gamekeepers as a sort of portable hunting blind, was first adapted for military use by the Lovat Scouts. Lovat Scouts were a Scottish Highland regiment of the British Royal Army in 1916, who eventually formed the first sniper … [Read more...]
When you are trying to make a precision shot, any support is welcome. Whether you are at war, hunting or shooting in a three-gun competition, you can't just go dropping your gun onto things and expect good results. The Sniper Skid Plate, available from Triad Tactical, is a simple … [Read more...]
Courtesy of Tactical Life In June, a Canadian Special Forces sniper set a new record by killing an ISIL fighter from a distance of about 2.2 miles. The shot was taken using a McMillan TAC-50, bolt action rifle. To the precision shooting community, the weapon of choice is not a … [Read more...]
If you've done any precision shooting through magnified optics, you're probably aware of the effect mirage has on your visibility. The shimmering heat waves reduce optical clarity and can be a big distraction. This problem is compounded when shooting suppressed as the can is … [Read more...]
