The weapon, whether it be a sporting rifle or a hunting rifle, must be properly targeted. Some people mistakenly believe that the sighting is attached to the product at the factory and does not change over time. However, in fact, the correct sighting of the weapon depends on the shooter himself.
It is necessary
- - sighting machine,
- - weapons,
- - ammunition,
- - paper target.
Instructions
Step 1
Zero the weapon on a special sighting machine. Such a device eliminates the influence of a person on the shot, while retaining the ability to control the weapon. It should be remembered that in the field it is practically impossible to achieve a shooting result comparable to shooting from a machine gun, therefore, “in the field” it is necessary to check the zeroing in addition.
Step 2
Inspect the weapon carefully before starting zeroing. Look through the barrel to check for cleanliness. Also check the tightness of all fixing screws. These actions are dictated by elementary security considerations when handling weapons.
Step 3
Place the rifle on the machine so that the front stop is in the place where the left hand is usually located (for left-handers, the right). Place the stock on your shoulder, supporting it from below with the fingers of your left hand. The cheek should be located on the crest of the butt in such a way as to provide the most convenient observation of the target through the sighting device.
Step 4
Now adjust the position of the front rest and the stock of the weapon. You should be able to see the goal clearly while completely relaxing. For coarse height adjustments use the front stop, fine adjustments are made with the fingers of the left hand holding the butt underneath. Then place your right hand on the grip of the weapon, making sure that such contact does not interfere with aiming. Before pressing the trigger directly, press the stock deeper into the shoulder.
Step 5
Perform a test descent with an empty chamber in order to make sure that the target does not "leave" the line of sight. Now you can proceed to zeroing.
Step 6
Fire a series of three shots at the paper target. If possible, take the help of a partner who is close to the target, taking precautions. If the first shot misses the target, the partner can try to find the bullet trail on the earthen bullet trap and make adjustments in the next shot.
Step 7
Depending on the result of the first shots, make an amendment by adjusting the sighting device. It is recommended that you make a correction for either elevation only or horizon only.
Step 8
Evaluate groups of three hits, focusing on the geometric center of the triangle formed by them. Having received satisfactory shooting results at a distance of 100 m, switch to zeroing in the weapon at a distance of 200 m, and then at 300 m.
Step 9
Return to 200m and fire five shots from the prone position using the strap. Such additional zeroing will provide you with a guaranteed hit in the so-called "kill zone" of the alleged game, when it comes to shooting from a hunting weapon.
Step 10
Check your rifle before every hunting trip and during long hunting campaigns. If necessary, adjust the sight by re-aiming the weapon.
