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CartHow to Properly Mount a Rifle Scope: A Step-by-Step Guide. Mounting a rifle scope isn’t just about slapping optics onto your rifle and heading to the range. It’s a precision process that directly impacts accuracy, comfort, and confidence behind the trigger.
How to Install the Zero Stop and Reset the Turret to Zero on TORIC FFP Scopes
How to Install the Zero Stop and Reset the Turret to Zero on TORIC FFP Scopes. Whether you’re dialing for distance or returning to zero after a long shot, having a reliable zero stop is essential. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process to properly install the zero stop and reset the elevation turret to zero.
Fine-Tuning Your Bubble Level for Long-Range Precision
Learn how fine-tuning your bubble level for long-range precision will pay off. When you’re sending rounds downrange at 1,000 yards or more, even the smallest cant error can mean the difference between a hit and a miss. James Eagleman of Barbour Creek Long Range Shooting School reminds us that a mere 2–3° of rifle cant can introduce 10–18 inches of lateral error at distance.
Understanding Point of Impact Shift: Beyond the Scope
Understanding Point of Impact Shift: Beyond the Scope. At TRACT Optics, we’re often asked a familiar question: “Why was my rifle dead-on Monday, but off by Saturday?”
Flight Time, Shot Placement, and the High-Shoulder Advantage: Lessons from James Eagleman
Flight Time, Shot Placement, and the High-Shoulder Advantage: Lessons from James Eagleman. When it comes to long-range hunting, precision isn’t just about hitting the target—it’s about understanding the bullet’s journey.
Set Your Scope for Success
Set Your Scope for Success—Mastering Eye Relief Based on How You Hunt. Whether you’re gearing up for whitetail season in a blind or preparing for a backcountry elk hunt from prone positions, one detail can make or break your shot: proper eye relief. It’s not just about comfort—it’s about clarity, speed, and confidence when the moment of truth arrives.
FFP vs. SFP Rifle Scopes: What You Need to Know Before You Buy
FFP vs. SFP Rifle Scopes: What You Need to Know Before You Buy. 1950If you’re stepping into the world of rifle optics—whether for precision rimfire, long-range shooting, or hunting—you’ve likely encountered the terms first focal plane (FFP) and second focal plane (SFP). And if you’ve felt overwhelmed by the jargon, you’re not alone.
Trigger Pull vs. Follow-Through
Trigger Pull vs. Follow-Through: Rethinking Rifle Accuracy. In the world of precision shooting, certain techniques are treated as gospel—follow-through being one of them.
How-To Glass The West with a Tripod and TORIC Binoculars
How-To Glass the West with a Tripod and TORIC Binoculars. In the rugged terrain of the Rockies, success often hinges on what you can see—and how well you can see it. Whether you’re scanning timber for a bull elk or dissecting a distant hillside for a bedded buck, having a good set of binoculars is worth its weight in gold.
Choosing Your First Optic: Getting It Right from the Start
When choosing your first optic, how do you know if you got it right? Track down a dozen shooters and ask them what the “best first optic” is, and you’ll get a dozen different answers. That’s because without knowing the rifle, caliber, or intended use, “best” is incredibly subjective.
The Power of The Impact Ballistics Program
In this video, we introduce the power of the IMPACT Ballistics Program. Designed to enhance your shooting accuracy, this tool allows shooters to optimize their optics with specific ballistics data for Centerfire, Rimfire, and muzzleloader ammunition. Discover how to configure your scope’s reticle, input local environmental conditions, and leverage a comprehensive ballistics database to improve your precision, no matter the distance.