A show where we learn about and share everything concerning long range shooting and custom rifle building. To support the show don't forget to visit our Patreon Page, We really appreciate all the members who help support the show. Brought to you by Wolf Precision, Inc. and your host Jamie Dodson. Visit out website at www.wolfprecision.net
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Episode 202 - The #1 Way To Improve Your Accuracy, Part VIII.
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We are diving into the 7mm calibers. Any chance you can get them to recoil in the enjoyable range of 0-10 Foot pounds of energy on the shooter? You bet, and we will explain how along with some other reasons why this so is important besides just recoil reduction. A really important and ofter overlooked tool is setting up your rifle to be able to sel…
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Episode 201 - The #1 Way To Improve Your Accuracy, Part VIII.
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Moving on to the 6.5 calibers in Magnums. This is where I think the divide starts with newer shooters starting to have either negative reactions to the shot or at least reducing the fun. That said, there are ways to make the bigger 6.5's more than capable of killing altmost any big game animal in the world without killing the sender in the process.…
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Episode 200 - The #1 Way To Improve Your Accuracy, Part VII.
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The 6.5 short action calibers...this is where most of the separation starts when it comes to the line in the sand for big game. In the US, it is considered unethical by some. In Europe, it is the number one moose caliber used. What is the difference? We will let you be the judge as we make the case as to why this is such a great caliber for new, yo…
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Episode 199 - The #1 Way To Improve Your Accuracy, Part VI.
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In this episode we dive into the 6mm calibers. Often thought of the next big step when growing a young or new shooter. This caliber is very capable for medium to big game given the right distance and bullet combo. Again, our focus is improving the accuracy of the shooter and the enjoyment of their experience with the rifle. Big news, we want to giv…
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Episode 198 - The #1 way to improve your accuracy, part V
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So you want to shoot better? We start into the 22 Creedmoor and use our new rating system to run the numbers for you, the hunter or shooter. We also touch base on some new video hosting policies and introduce you to our new Wolf Pack. Thank you Ken A for a great rating system we are going to use. Please reach out to us for some really cool swag we …
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Episode 197 - Interview by Derick Lycette before his Black Jack Challenge with Erik Cortina
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I thought this was a great interview with Derick. It was not planned and not recorded to be one, but in the end Derick ask if he could post it. Of course, I said yes. Derick attended our shooting school in March of 2024 and purchased a custom rifle featuring the ACE from us last year. He is not only a great guy, but a Veteran and former Drill Serge…
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Episode 196 - The #1 way to improve your accuracy, part IIII
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So let's talk numbers. Although I am going to share with you my opinions on all the different calibers going forward, the numbers never lie. In this episode I want to share with you a recoil calculator that I find to be an invaluable tool while trying to build a rifle, select your caliber or even when selecting a bullet. This tool gives you a chanc…
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Episode 195 - The #1 way to improve your accuracy, part III.
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Setting the rules of the road. So, we are going to advocate going with the smallest caliber you think you can get by with. But how do you compare them? What are the parameters or measurements you would use to quantify or qualify the results to get an accurate comparison? This is how I am going to approach this and come up with a score. This is all …
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Episode 194 - The #1 way to improve your accuracy, part II.
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Let's start small. At least as small as you can legally shoot for hunting in most states. We are going to kick this series off with the small .224 calibers you can choose from. The 22 Hornet, 222 Rem and the .223 Rem. This is not a list of ideas. This is a list of killing-capable calibers for deer- sized game and below. I know this from experience …
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Episode 193 - The #1 way to improve your accuracy?
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I want to share with you, from my humble opinion formed over nearly 2 decades of training people on the fundamentals of marksmanship, the #1 way to improve your shooting abilities, your groups and your shot placement. This really is the #1 way to hone and sharpen your fundamentals. Go with .................................! Wolf Precision Custom Ri…
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Episode 192 - The magical sirens song that makes you fall in love with long range shooting.
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Legend has it that many sailors have been hypnotized by the sweet song of the sirens, causing them to crash their boats into rocks and land. But first, sailors need to venture into siren territory before the sweet sound can grace their ears and their hearts, luring them into a fate with reckless abandonment. We are shooters, not sailors, but the so…
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Episode 191 - Documenting over three decades of shooting and training, The Online Long Range Shooting School!
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In this episode I would like to share with you personally why I have worked so hard in documenting our shooting school to put online and to share. This is the story of Wolf Precision and Jamie Dodson as we grew through the years in our ability to do and eventually teach. Now, as I get older I would like to document all that we have learned to share…
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Episode 190 - Everyone deserves a great shooting rifle.
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One of my first experiences trying to get into long range match shooting was something that I think a lot of us have experienced. You show up to play the game then are belittled or looked down upon because you can't afford the name brand or custom equipment that others can. I have personally experienced being judged and left feeling like I shouldn'…
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Episode 189 - Lessons from the firing line 2024
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The shooting season has begun and so have the schools. With over 15 years of teaching on the firing line, the things we learn and see often have a great value to those planning on doing such events in the future. Especially those who are getting ready to experience a class for the first time. Regardless the class or the location, here are some thin…
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Episode 188 - Carbon fiber barrels...the good, the bad and actually pretty good looking.
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In this episode, we discuss at length, carbon fiber barrels...the good, the bad and truly how do you make a decision. Everyone building a custom rifle wants a great looking rifle. Should you choose carbon for that reason? What about a match or long range rifles, would it make a good choice there as well? I have this conversation every week with cus…
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Episode 187- Interview with Bruce Thom of BAT Machine and the new Hammerhead Action
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We are excited to invite Bruce Thom from BAT Machine Co. back on to the show talk about their new release, the Hammerhead. Known for being one of the very best actions made, this new model is in my mind the pinnacle of what a tactical action could be in both quality, design and of course accuracy. Join us on our conversation with Bruce about the ne…
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Episode 186- The value of a training rifle!
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So, you have your hunting rifle or match rifle ready for the season and now it is time to practice. This is a fork in the road for most shooters. Hunting rifles often are expensive to shoot and have more recoil than most would enjoy for a full day at the range. Match rifles are made for shooting, but we often hold back because of the expense of the…
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Episode 185- Becoming a self-reliant and well rounded shooter and marksman!
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The art of self-reliance is often talked about in the prepping world for sure. But what about a marksman, shooter or budding competitor. Can you take care of your own rifle? Can you rebuild it if needed? Can you make repairs and do the maintenance needed to keep it in its best shooting condition? Now let's talk about being a well rounded shooter. C…
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Episode 184- Bedding and the importance of the tang.
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We kick the new year off talking about the importance of bedding and more importantly, the importance of the tang. We are teaching bedding to a new team member and the conversations about bedding and its importance and use really went into the bushes. From the reasons being different for todays chassis over yesteryears wooden stocks to the emphasis…
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Episode 183 - New for 2024...Wolf Pack Shooting Team, Graduation Day and Movers Class Coming Soon!
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We have some exciting news on new programs, classes and memberships you can join for 2024. From the Wolf Pack Shooting Team to a new Graduation Day for our online school attendees, we have lots of news to share. Some of the new programs coming out include online advanced courses along with 1 and 2 range days for free per year here at out facility. …
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Episode 182 - Happy New Year with tips to up your shooting game! It's time to think small!
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In all the years of shooting I have learned a valuable lesson. Shooting is a lot like flying in the sense that the recoil is a lot like turbulence. If you have a lot of it, you better be a very skilled pilot. Why, because you will be fighting it and correcting for its influence constantly. It can scare you, it will fatigue you and even make you wan…
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Episode 181 - Reloading and why you cannot afford to wait.
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In this podcast, we want to talk about the top reasons some might not think reloading is for them. We talk about the pros, cons and concepts some of which are misguided and some just plain wrong for new reloaders. If you love to shoot, whether for hunting or competition, you need to listen to this podcast. It might change your mind and shed some li…
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Episode 180 - Would you spend over a million dollars developing a more accurate rifle? The story of the ACE Chamber system part III
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Because it's all about that ACE, 'bout that ACE - no trouble. Okay, trying to be a little funny here. But, on the last part of this series, "The Story of the Ace," it truly is about making the ACE at volume and at exceptionally high accuracy. This is no small feat, to say the least, separating yourself from the accepted machines and machining pract…
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Episode 179 - Would you spend over a million dollars developing a more accurate rifle? The story of the ACE Chamber system part II
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The closest I have come to being arrested in Washington DC working on our patent. The story of the ACE Chamber System, part II. So I want to cover some of the developments and my experiences working with and winning patents, two on the ACE Chamber System under our belt and a third in process. I just want to share with you how we did it and why. Thi…
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Episode 178 - TriggerTech winner and Happy Thanksgiving!
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Happy Thanksgiving everyone and congratualtions to our TrigggerTech Trigger winner announced on the show. We want to say thank you to all who have supported our show and our buisisiness over the years. Thank you all and Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Wolf Precision, Inc. Wolf Precision's ACE Chamber System. www.wolfprecision.net Online Long R…
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Episode 177 - Would you spend over a million dollars developing a more accurate rifle? The story of the ACE Chamber system part I
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Would you spend over a million dollars developing a more accurate rifle. The story of the ACE Chamber System. In this mutli part series we want to share with you the process, trials, and tribulations of developing a product for the rifle that never existed before in an effort to make the perfect shooting rifle. This is part one of the series and th…
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Episode 176 - Custom rifles part VI, off the deep end on rifle barrels
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In this episode, we go into the deep end on rifle barrels. There is so much more here than meets the eye and the more you know, the more you want to know. This is a working component of the rifle that will either allow your rifle to shoot to it's full potential or rob your rifle's other components of the glory they should be realizing. Make no mist…
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Episode 175 - Custom rifles part V, the tactical chassis, Universal Barrels and TriggerTech giveaway.
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In this episode we continue on with our rifle building series and in this episode we talk about the tactical or competition chassis. Giving you some pointers, tips and food for thought on things like bedding. We also introduce the Universal Barrel System with the ACE. Along with a TriggerTech Trigger Giveaway and 7 free days available now at our On…
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Episode 174 - Custom rifles part IV, how to choose a chassis and practicing what you are weak at.
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In this episode, we dive into chassis. All is not as it seams. There is a difference and its more that what meets the eye. Sounds familiar. There are a lot of areas you could use these phrases, but none are more important than when trying to select a chassis. We have some tips, trips and just general advice to help you make the best decision for yo…
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Episode 173 - Custom rifles part III, Stocks vs Chassis and BDC turrets.
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In this episode we go over the difference between stocks and chassis. How to choose what would be right for you and what you are going to use it for. We wanted to go over BDC reticles and turrets. This is one area that most new shooters fall into with out realizing what little there is to learn to get beyond it and really understanding ballistic. B…
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Episode 172 - Upgrade your factory rifle or go custom, that is the question.
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We tackle the common question we get asked all the time. Should I upgrade my factory rifle or just go custom? The honest answer is it depends on several factors and your end goals. What are you starting with quality wise for your factory rifle and what you are trying to accomplish. I think most people go custom because they want a rifle they can tr…
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Episode 171 - How can new shooters take high score in class over and over again? It's not magic, it's a process.
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I want to share a really cool story on how in the last 5 classes, 3 were won by the newest or the student with the least experience. We have a top gun hat awarded in each class. This goes to the highest scoring shooter. I wanted to reflect on my thoughts on how this is possible, as it has been something I have been thinking heavily about over the l…
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Episode 170 - Building your custom rifle part II, triggers.
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The trigger is not to fire the weapon, it is to keep it from firing until you are ready to shoot. People always have this concept backwards and that is where the danger lies. The importance of a trigger when it comes to your safety and that of others with you should never be underestimated. People think a quality trigger is a smooth clean break. To…
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Episode 169 - Building your custom rifle part I, the action.
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In this episode we discuss the difference between price and cost. When you are looking to build your custom rifle, the action gets a back seat to caliber and stock. But in the grand scheme of things, can cost you the most as far as the quality of your final project and the enjoyment you will get out of it. They look the same, but they are not all e…
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Episode 168 - New classes, news for 2024 and a new way to build your very own custom rifle.
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In this episode, we have some updates on some new classes, a news for 2024 and a new way of building your custom rifle. We have a whole new series ready to launch on the hows and why to learn to build your very own custom rifle. We hope you enjoy. Wolf Precision's ACE System Rifles. www.wolfprecision.net Online Long Range Shooting School. https://w…
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Episode 167 - The difference between hosting and running an event. Safety is alway priority #1.
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So with a sad heart we left king of the Mountain. We never really explained why, so I thought this would be a great opportunity to talk a little about the added levels of responsibilities and the positions you get put in when having to make decisions when others are depending on you. So if you even plan in running an event, we have some pointers fo…
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Episode 166 - Preparing for a match/hunt and the dangers of doing it too close to a match or hunt.
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In this episode we go over a great listener Q and A about training for new shooters and the dangers of doing it too close to the start of the match or hunt. So we had a great customer call in getting ready for his first match. He is getting ready and bam, panic sets in that something is wrong. This is not the first call I have received like this an…
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Episode 165 - Is a rifle chamber a verb or a noun?
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One nagging question is whether or not a rifle chamber is a verb or a noun. Can you change one to the other? The funny part is, the rifle is made up of tangible working components. All of them are a noun except (unitl now) the rifle chamber. The chamber was a service, a job, something you had done. Don't believe me? Walk into a gun store and ask to…
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EP164 - Making the case both for and against the .308
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In this epsidode, Jamie and Richard talk about the .308. Is it still relevant as a modern, capable cartridge. They diiscuss both the pros and cons on why someone would choose, or not choose...making a case for both sides of the arguument. One thing I would like to point out. Jamie and Richard both have decades of experience with the .308 for almost…
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EP 163 - Reloading, you can't get there from here!
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In reloading, there are many mindsets and techniques, many of which can lead you down a path of heartache, confusion, pain, suffering, sorrow and yes even death. Many reloaders obsess over things they have read or secret formulas they have heard of, thinking that this is the secret they have been waiting for. This new process will most certainly ma…
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Episode 162 - "From the Trenches" business segment and the case for the 7PRC.
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In the episode we discuss a micro segment that will be up and coming in future shows we call "From the Trenches". A business segment where we talk shop, interview business owners and offer real world advice from being in the trenches as a start up 17 years ago. The challenges, struggles, choices and efforts needed to start, run and grow a small bus…
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Episode 161 - So you want to get into long range shooting, part 8. Caliber selection.
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In this episode, we dive into our top three choices for caliber selection for new shooters for both hunting and long range competition. We take into consideration that in a lot of cases we are talking to new or newer shooters that are often overwhelmed with information that can be good, bad or even opinions, based on no experience in the subject in…
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Episode 160 - So you want to get into long range shooting, part 7. Our choice for a factory rifle.
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In this episode we continue on our series and share with you our picks if we had to choose a factory rifle. Not only do we share our choices but we also share the guidlines and parameters that helped guide our selections. If you want to get into long range shooting and want or need to start with a factory rifle, this podcast is a great listen on so…
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Episode 159 - So you want to get into long range shooting, part 6. Factory or custom.
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In part 6 of our series, we dive into factory or custom rifle. Please note we said "or" and for good reason. You can always argue the points of how a custom rifle is better or why you should go custom. But for us, or for us talking with new shooters, it's not a versus argument but an "or" decision on which would be a better fit for you starting out…
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Episode 158 - Interview with Matt Rinella of the Hunt Quietly podcast.
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I was introduced to Matt Rinella by a customer and with that, grew into a conversation about hunting and the industry, in general. Matt is a passionate outdoorsman who with the best intentions is trying to bring to light the damage that social media, TV, advertisers, influencers and even investors are doing to our industry. It was a great interview…
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Episode 157 - So you want to get into long range shooting, part 4. bits and bobs.
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The last part to this series is called "bits and bobs". All the little things you will need besides the rifle and optics to get started in learning and mastering the art of marksmanship or fundamentals. I think in this case, less but better is always a good approach. Don't fall into or become a victim of G.A.S. "gear acquisition syndrome". Here, st…
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Episode 156 - So you want to get into long range shooting, part 4. hits for clicks and expectations.
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So we interrupt this program to bring you a special announcement...not everything you see or read is true, real or even possible by us mere mortals. We were speaking with Matt Rinella, of the Hunt Quietly Podcast, and could not believe how parallel our two worlds of hunting and shooting align, from advertising, Facebook, YouTube, Influencers and ye…
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Episode 155 - So you want to get into long range shooting, part 3. Optics and the 2x rule.
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We have talked about this is in the past...our industry selling out to cheaper labor and products overseas and bringing them here to our market for high profits. Don't fall victam to this scam. Ask the questions and do your research. Our fathers and grandfathers have said, you should spend 2 to 3 times the cost of the rifle on your optics. They wer…
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Episode 154 - So you want to get into long range shooting, part 2. Never compromise on quality.
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In part II of our series, we were going to discuss rifle stocks. The truth is your approach should be a wholistic. If you want to enjoy yourself at the range and grow as a marksman, simply do not compromise when it comes to quality in any part or piece of your rifle. It matters and it matters a lot. The difference between a great day at the range a…
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Episode 153 - So you want to get into long range shooting series, part 1.
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In this episode we want to start the conversation by going over all the things we have learned and seen here at the school when people try to get started into learning or wanting to enjoy the art of long range shooting. We want to share with you all the good, bad and ugly that happens with the decisions people make when selecting equipment. So we w…
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