Tag Archives: Leupold

Range Tools – Don’t Get Caught without Them

Posted on October 22, 2019 by Mark V

By Mark V. Lonsdale, STTU As with many of you, I’ve been on public rifle ranges where some new shooter turns up with a new rifle and scope but has no tools to mount it. Or the scope is mounted … Continue reading →

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Bullets & Barrels – Making the Right Choice

Posted on October 5, 2019 by Mark V

By Mark V. Lonsdale Premise: What’s more important – the bullet or the barrel twist? I see more than a few rookie shooters on Facebook asking about the best load for a specific bullet but without knowing their barrel twist. … Continue reading →

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What is the “Best Rifle?”

Posted on November 27, 2017 by Mark V

By Mark V. Lonsdale As long as men have carried guns, they have been arguing about the best rifle, the best pistol, or the best caliber. Now with the proliferation of the internet, and Facebook in particular, seeing “What is … Continue reading →

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F-TR Competition Rifle Build

Posted on September 13, 2017 by Mark V

By Mark V. Lonsdale This project began with a little research into what the top F-TR shooters were using, and who better to ask than Derek Rodgers, current World Champion and US Team member, and Kelly McMillan, owner of McMillan … Continue reading →

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Building a Project FTR/Sniper Rifle

Posted on August 13, 2017 by Mark V

It is always interesting to begin a new project rifle – to try and turn goals and vision into a tack driving lead-slinger. But it requires some thought and planning since mistakes can be costly. So, the first question you … Continue reading →

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Long Range Shooting on a Budget

Posted on August 12, 2017 by Mark V

Reading the various facebook pages related to precision rifle shooting or long range shooting, one of the most common questions is, “How can I get into long range shooting on a budget?” This is closely followed by, “What’s a good … Continue reading →

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American Defense AR Patrol Rifle

Posted on August 10, 2017 by Mark V

Originally posted on Specialized Tactical Training Unit – STTU:
By Mark V. Lonsdale – STTU I have just begun evaluating the American Defense UIC Mod 2 so check back for progress and updates. What I can tell you is that,…

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Which Applied Ballistics Mobile App or Firing Solution is Right for You?

Posted on August 10, 2017 by Mark V

Originally posted on Specialized Tactical Training Unit – STTU:
By Mark V. Lonsdale STTU Training Director If you are involved in long range shooting, for competition, recreating, or taking care of “more serious business,” then you will be familiar with…

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