{"id":12438,"date":"2026-01-22T12:47:22","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T12:47:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/best-first-focal-plane-scopes-for-hunting-part-3-6\/"},"modified":"2026-05-21T11:34:36","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T11:34:36","slug":"best-first-focal-plane-scopes-for-hunting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/best-first-focal-plane-scopes-for-hunting\/","title":{"rendered":"Best First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting Part 3\/6"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\"><div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p><span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/best-first-focal-plane-scopes-for-hunting\/#Best_First_Focal_Plane_Scopes_for_Hunting_Why_FFP_Matters_When_Distance_Varies\" >Best First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting: Why FFP Matters When Distance Varies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/best-first-focal-plane-scopes-for-hunting\/#FFP_vs_SFP_Whats_the_Real_Difference_-_First_Focal_Plane_Scopes_for_Hunting\" >FFP vs. SFP: What's the Real Difference? - First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/best-first-focal-plane-scopes-for-hunting\/#Real-World_Hunting_Scenarios_Where_FFP_Excels_-_First_Focal_Plane_Scopes_for_Hunting\" >Real-World Hunting Scenarios Where FFP Excels - First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/best-first-focal-plane-scopes-for-hunting\/#Spot_and_Stalk_at_Unknown_Distances_-_First_Focal_Plane_Scopes_for_Hunting\" >Spot and Stalk at Unknown Distances - First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/best-first-focal-plane-scopes-for-hunting\/#Quick_Follow-Up_Shots_-_First_Focal_Plane_Scopes_for_Hunting\" >Quick Follow-Up Shots - First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/best-first-focal-plane-scopes-for-hunting\/#Low-Light_Encounters_-_First_Focal_Plane_Scopes_for_Hunting\" >Low-Light Encounters - First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/best-first-focal-plane-scopes-for-hunting\/#What_Magnification_Range_Works_Best_for_FFP_Hunting_Scopes\" >What Magnification Range Works Best for FFP Hunting Scopes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/best-first-focal-plane-scopes-for-hunting\/#TORIC_FFP_Models_Purpose-Built_for_Hunters_-_First_Focal_Plane_Scopes_for_Hunting\" >TORIC FFP Models: Purpose-Built for Hunters - First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/best-first-focal-plane-scopes-for-hunting\/#TORIC_4-20x50_FFP\" >TORIC 4-20x50 FFP<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/best-first-focal-plane-scopes-for-hunting\/#TORIC_4-25x50_FFP\" >TORIC 4-25x50 FFP<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/best-first-focal-plane-scopes-for-hunting\/#Comparing_TORIC_FFP_to_the_Competition\" >Comparing TORIC FFP to the Competition<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/best-first-focal-plane-scopes-for-hunting\/#When_SFP_Might_Still_Work_-_First_Focal_Plane_Scopes_for_Hunting\" >When SFP Might Still Work - First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/best-first-focal-plane-scopes-for-hunting\/#Making_the_Transition_from_SFP_to_FFP_-_First_Focal_Plane_Scopes_for_Hunting\" >Making the Transition from SFP to FFP - First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/best-first-focal-plane-scopes-for-hunting\/#Final_Thought_-_First_Focal_Plane_Scopes_for_Hunting\" >Final Thought - First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/best-first-focal-plane-scopes-for-hunting\/#TRACTs_Long-Range_Shooting_Series\" >TRACT\u2019s Long-Range Shooting Series<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_First_Focal_Plane_Scopes_for_Hunting_Why_FFP_Matters_When_Distance_Varies\"><\/span>Best First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting: Why FFP Matters When Distance Varies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>When you&#8217;re glassing a high-country basin and a bull elk appears at an unknown distance, you don&#8217;t have time for <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/choosing-your-first-optic-getting-it-right-from-the-start\/\">scope adjustments<\/a> or mental math. You need a system that works instantly\u2014at any magnification\u2014whether that bull is 250 yards across the draw or 550 yards across the canyon. That&#8217;s precisely why First Focal Plane (FFP) scopes have transformed serious <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/videosview\/toric-12-5x50-binocular\/\">hunting<\/a>.<\/p><p>If you&#8217;ve been hunting with <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/videosview\/ffp-vs-sfp-rifle-scopes-what-you-need-to-know-before-you-buy\/\">Second Focal Plane<\/a> (SFP) <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/videosview\/ffp-vs-sfp-rifle-scopes-what-you-need-to-know-before-you-buy\/\">optics<\/a> your entire career, the switch to FFP might seem unnecessary. Let&#8217;s break down why FFP has become the choice of hunters who take their craft seriously\u2014and which options deliver the best value for field performance.<\/p><p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/J_xSuhWPXbc?si=g7byPko-YSUlsa60\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><h2>FFP vs. SFP: What&#8217;s the Real Difference? &#8211; First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting<\/h2><p>The distinction is simple but profound. In a Second Focal Plane scope, the reticle stays the same size regardless of magnification. Your reticle&#8217;s subtensions\u2014those hash marks or holdover points\u2014are only accurate at one specific magnification, typically the highest setting.<\/p><p>In a <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/precision-power-for-first-focal-plane-scopes\/\">First Focal Plane scope<\/a>, the reticle scales with magnification. At 10x, the reticle appears smaller than at 20x, but critically, the subtensions remain accurate at any power setting. A 2 MOA holdover is 2 MOA whether you&#8217;re at 6x or 25x.<\/p><p>Here&#8217;s why that matters in the field:<\/p><ul><li>Elk appears at unknown distance\u2014you range at 475 yards while keeping the rifle shouldered<\/li><li>Your ballistic data says 8.5 MOA of drop, but no time to dial<\/li><li>With SFP at 14x instead of max power, your holdover calculations are wrong<\/li><li>With FFP, you hold the 8.5 MOA mark on the animal&#8217;s vitals and press the trigger<\/li><\/ul><p>The speed advantage in hunting situations is undeniable.<\/p><p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tEMTFHlLUFs?si=9H23522blRNKhcQv\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><h2>Real-World Hunting Scenarios Where FFP Excels &#8211; First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting<\/h2><p>FFP scopes shine whenever distances vary and time matters. Consider these common hunting situations:<\/p><h3>Spot and Stalk at Unknown Distances &#8211; First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting<\/h3><p>You&#8217;ve closed to what you estimate is 350-400 yards on a mule deer buck. He&#8217;s feeding, unaware, but could spook any second. You range him at 380 yards. Your ballistic card shows a 5.5 MOA hold. With your FFP scope dialed down to 12x for a wider field of view, you can still use that 5.5 MOA reticle reference accurately. The shot connects.<\/p><h3>Quick Follow-Up Shots &#8211; First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting<\/h3><p>Your first shot hits a bull elk, but he&#8217;s still moving. At your current magnification\u2014wherever you happened to have it during the first shot\u2014you can immediately apply another holdover without adjustment. Every second matters with a wounded animal.<\/p><h3>Low-Light Encounters &#8211; First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting<\/h3><p>Last light in the timber, and a whitetail steps out at an estimated 200 yards. You&#8217;ve dropped your magnification to 8x for brightness and field of view. When the opportunity materializes, your reticle holdovers remain valid without touching your magnification ring.<\/p><p><strong style=\"color: #ff6600\">PRO TIP:<\/strong> Many hunters keep their magnification at a moderate setting (10-14x) for field versatility, reserving maximum power for precise shot placement when time allows. With FFP, this approach sacrifices nothing in holdover accuracy.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Magnification_Range_Works_Best_for_FFP_Hunting_Scopes\"><\/span>What Magnification Range Works Best for FFP Hunting Scopes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Not all FFP magnification ranges serve hunters equally. Consider your typical scenarios:<\/p><p><strong>2.5-15x or 4-20x:<\/strong> Excellent all-around choice for mixed terrain hunting. Low-end magnification handles timber and brush while still reaching 400-600 yard capability. The <a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TORIC 4-20&#215;50 FFP<\/a> represents this versatile approach.<\/p><p><strong>4-25x or 4.5-30x:<\/strong> Extended range capability for western hunting and open terrain. The <a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TORIC 4-25&#215;50 FFP<\/a> delivers serious long-range performance without sacrificing close-range utility. That 4x bottom end matters when elk appear at 50 yards in the timber.<\/p><p><strong>6-36x and higher:<\/strong> Competition and extreme-range applications. Most hunting scenarios don&#8217;t require magnification this high, and the reduced low-end flexibility can be limiting in mixed terrain.<\/p><p>For hunters who might encounter game anywhere from 50 to 700 yards, a scope with true 4x at the low end and at least 20x at the top provides the versatility field conditions demand.<\/p><h2>TORIC FFP Models: Purpose-Built for Hunters &#8211; First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting<\/h2><p>The TORIC lineup represents what serious hunters need from FFP optics\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/blog.tractoptics.com\/videosview\/toric-10x42-schott-ht\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SCHOTT HT<\/a> glass that performs in low light, reliable tracking that returns to zero after seasons of abuse, and reticle options designed for field use rather than benchrest precision.<\/p><h3>TORIC 4-20&#215;50 FFP<\/h3><p>The versatile all-rounder. This configuration handles everything from whitetail woods to open prairie without compromise. The 50mm objective gathers sufficient light for those critical dawn and dusk encounters when game moves. SCHOTT HT glass delivers clarity that lets you confidently judge trophy quality at distance.<\/p><ul><li>Magnification range suitable for 90% of hunting scenarios<\/li><li>50mm objective balances light gathering with reasonable weight<\/li><li>Multiple reticle options including BDC and MIL\/MOA hash patterns<\/li><\/ul><p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OqQJJT_pCJs?si=_S0i8jbM8rXNx1yA\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/riflescopes\/toric-34mm-elr-rifle-scopes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TORIC 4-25&#215;50 FFP<\/a><\/h3><p>When western hunts demand extended capability. The additional top-end magnification provides precise target identification and shot placement for those 500+ yard opportunities common in open country. The 4x bottom end remains capable for timber encounters.<\/p><ul><li>Extended magnification for positive target identification<\/li><li>Maintains critical 4x low-end versatility<\/li><li>Available in both <a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/toric-4-25x50-34mm-moa-elr-rifle-scope\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MOA<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/toric-4-25x50-34mm-mrad-elr-rifle-scope\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MRAD<\/a> turret\/reticle combinations<\/li><\/ul><figure id=\"attachment_6712\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6712\" style=\"width: 225px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/toric-4-25x50-34mm-mrad-elr-rifle-scope\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-6712\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.tractoptics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Best First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting\" width=\"225\" height=\"225\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/08\/300x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/08\/300x300-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.tract-optics.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/08\/300x300-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6712\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Best First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting<\/figcaption><\/figure><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comparing_TORIC_FFP_to_the_Competition\"><\/span>Comparing TORIC FFP to the Competition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>In the premium FFP hunting scope market, the <a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/riflescopes\/toric-30mm-long-range-rifle-scopes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TORIC 30mm LR<\/a> &#038; the <a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/riflescopes\/toric-34mm-elr-rifle-scopes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">34mm ELR series<\/a> competes with optics costing 30-50% more. The direct-to-consumer model eliminates retail markup without sacrificing optical performance. SCHOTT HT glass\u2014the same glass found in European optics at double the price\u2014delivers industry-leading light transmission.<\/p><p>What you&#8217;re getting: optical performance that matches or exceeds the premium European competition, backed by a lifetime warranty and customer service that actually answers the phone.<\/p><h2>When SFP Might Still Work &#8211; First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting<\/h2><p>Let&#8217;s be fair\u2014SFP scopes like the <a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/riflescopes\/toric-1inch-hunting-rifle-scopes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TORIC 1&#8243; Hunting Series<\/a> haven&#8217;t disappeared for good reason. For hunters who consistently dial their adjustments rather than holding over, SFP&#8217;s always-visible reticle at low magnification offers legitimate advantages. Stand hunters who know their exact shooting distances and prefer a bolder reticle at lower magnification may find SFP sufficient.<\/p><figure id=\"attachment_9228\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9228\" style=\"width: 521px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/riflescopes\/toric-1inch-hunting-rifle-scopes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-9228\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.tractoptics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/3-15x42-resize-998x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Best First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting\" width=\"521\" height=\"534\" title=\"\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9228\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Best First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting<\/figcaption><\/figure><p>But for hunters facing variable distances, time pressure, and conditions that don&#8217;t allow for magnification adjustments, FFP eliminates an entire category of potential errors.<\/p><h2>Making the Transition from <a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/toric-uhd-30mm-2-5-15x44-sfp-illuminated-bdc-hunting-rifle-scope\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SFP<\/a> to FFP &#8211; First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting<\/h2><p>If you&#8217;re accustomed to<a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/toric-uhd-30mm-2-5-15x44-sfp-illuminated-bdc-hunting-rifle-scope\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> SFP<\/a>, the FFP transition requires minimal adjustment:<\/p><ul><li>Accept that your reticle will appear finer at lower magnifications\u2014this is normal<\/li><li>Practice holdover shots at various magnification settings to build confidence<\/li><li>Learn your specific reticle&#8217;s subtension values and corresponding distances for your cartridge<\/li><li>Consider an illuminated reticle for low-light visibility at reduced magnifications<\/li><\/ul><p>Most hunters adapt within a few range sessions. The operational advantages become obvious once you&#8217;ve experienced accurate holdovers at any magnification under field conditions.<\/p><h2>Final Thought &#8211; First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting<\/h2><p>For hunters who face unpredictable distances and time-critical shot opportunities, FFP scopes eliminate variables. Your holdovers work at any magnification. Your system remains consistent regardless of how the encounter unfolds. That&#8217;s confidence you can carry into the field.<\/p><p>Learn the basics first in our <a href=\"#\">Complete Beginner&#8217;s Guide to Long-Range Shooting<\/a>, then explore the <a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TORIC FFP lineup<\/a> to find the right match for your hunting style.<\/p><p><strong>Let&#8217;s make every shot count.<\/strong><\/p><p style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Ready to upgrade your long-range setup?<\/strong><\/p><p style=\"text-align: center\">Phone: 631-662-7354 | Email: support@tractoptics.com | Live Chat Available<\/p><p style=\"text-align: center\"><em>See what shooters are saying on Trustpilot<\/em><\/p><p style=\"text-align: center\"><a style=\"text-align: center;text-decoration: none\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trustpilot.com\/review\/tractoptics.com?utm_medium=Trustbox&#038;utm_source=EmailNewsletter3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/emailsignature.trustpilot.com\/newsletter\/en-US\/3\/5fc7afaa58a6e200016f0dfc\/520\/170\/light@2x.png?stars=5,4,3,2,1&#038;fontSize=default\" alt=\"\" width=\"520\" height=\"170\" border=\"0\" title=\"\"><\/a><\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TRACTs_Long-Range_Shooting_Series\"><\/span><strong>TRACT\u2019s Long-Range Shooting Series<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/blog\/long-range-shooting-how-to-get-started\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Part 1:<\/span> How to Get Started in Long-Range Shooting: The Complete Beginner\u2019s Guide<\/a><\/strong><\/p><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/blog\/why-you-miss-at-long-range\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Part 2:<\/span> Why You Miss at Long Range: The 7 Most Common Mistakes and How to Fix Them<\/a><\/strong><\/p><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/blog\/best-first-focal-plane-scopes-for-hunting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Part 3<\/span>: Best First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting: Why FFP Matters When Distance Varies<\/a><\/strong><\/p><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/blog\/tripods-bipods-and-shooting-supports-compared\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Part 4<\/span>: What\u2019s the Best Way to Stabilize Your Optics? Tripods, Bipods, and Shooting Supports Compared<\/a><\/strong><\/p><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/blog\/do-you-need-a-spotting-scope-for-the-range\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Part 5:<\/span> Do You Need a Spotting Scope for the Range? What Distance Changes the Answer?<\/a><\/strong><\/p><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tractoptics.com\/blog\/transform-your-field-success\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Part 6<\/span>: Why Having a Trainer Rifle That Matches Your Hunting Rifle Can Transform Your Field Success<\/a><\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Best First Focal Plane Scopes for Hunting: Why FFP Matters When Distance Varies. 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