Bryan Litz posted this video last week.
Tall Target Test
The video demonstrates a simple test which will determine if your scope accurately tracks vertically, and if it is mounted correctly.
Didn't choose the perfect scope? No worries, there. He also shows how to easily apply corrections for scopes that don't track perfectly.
I strongly encourage everyone who shoots long distance (or imagines they might) to view this - it is well worth the watch.
As a side note, let me offer the following observation: I've had a few folks tell me that mounting a bubble level on one's scope is a waste of time, and that you should be able to eyeball scope level. Well, true as that sentiment may be for those individuals, I submit that it takes a LOT of practice to determine true level across any terrain. I don't shoot LR at varied locations enough to develop this skill set. Seeing how someone like Mr. Litz employed his level(s) just served to reinforce in my mind why that little $30 add-on is there. Any pilot will tell you that trusting your instruments is way more important than trusting the seat of your pants.
Tall Target Test
The video demonstrates a simple test which will determine if your scope accurately tracks vertically, and if it is mounted correctly.
Didn't choose the perfect scope? No worries, there. He also shows how to easily apply corrections for scopes that don't track perfectly.
I strongly encourage everyone who shoots long distance (or imagines they might) to view this - it is well worth the watch.
As a side note, let me offer the following observation: I've had a few folks tell me that mounting a bubble level on one's scope is a waste of time, and that you should be able to eyeball scope level. Well, true as that sentiment may be for those individuals, I submit that it takes a LOT of practice to determine true level across any terrain. I don't shoot LR at varied locations enough to develop this skill set. Seeing how someone like Mr. Litz employed his level(s) just served to reinforce in my mind why that little $30 add-on is there. Any pilot will tell you that trusting your instruments is way more important than trusting the seat of your pants.
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