Range Estimation


The method of determining distance to a target, vital for proper shot placement in archery and firearms.

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The skill of accurate shooting, encompassing proper stance, breathing, trigger control, and follo...


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Heat Mirage


Optical distortion caused by rising heat waves, making distant targets appear to shimmer or blur;...


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Bullet Drop


The downward arc of a projectile due to gravity over distance; important for long-range shooting.


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Minute of Angle (MOA)


An angular unit of measurement (1 MOA ≈ 1 inch at 100 yards) used in optics to describe accuracy ...


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Drift


Sideways movement of a projectile due to wind or other factors; shooters often compensate by adju...


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American Elk


Also called wapiti, a large North American cervid common in western states; hunts often require l...


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Antelope


In North America, refers primarily to pronghorn; found in open plains, requiring careful range es...


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Range Finder


A device (often laser-based) calculating exact distance to a target, improving accuracy for rifle...


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