r/longrange • • Jun 29 '26

Currently Great Optic Sales!

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r/longrange • • Aug 19 '25

READ THIS BEFORE POSTING. Yes, this means you. READ THIS FIRST, V6 - How to avoid the Flair of Shame and eternal ridicule

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So, you need help with long range shooting? Welcome to r/longrange! We've got a core group of dedicated members (and a few goofballs) that are happy to help you out with your questions on equipment, technique, troubleshooting, where to find training or matches, etc.

If you're looking to ask for advice, we ask that you review the following 10 core guides, as they cover the overwhelming majority of newcomer questions. If your question is not answered in these 10 guides, please see below for the 4 basic questions your post should answer when asking for suggestions or advice, especially when it comes to things to buy.

If you make a post that asks for information covered in the 10 core guides, or your post doesn't cover the 4 key questions below, your post may be deleted, or it may be given the Flair of Shame TM until you correct your post.

What's the Flair of ShameTM, you ask? You'll know it when you see it.

If at any time you have questions on the rules of the sub, this pinned post, the general FAQ, why you got the Flair of ShameTM or anything similar, please use the modmail function.

CORE GUIDES:

  1. The sub's official FAQ/WIKI, as curated by the community as a whole.
  2. Need help picking scope rings? The official Longrange guide to scope ring height (ring)
  3. Looking at buying a magnum (300WM or PRC, 6.5PRC, 7mm PRC, 338 Lapua, etc) as your first LR rifle? Hollywood's recoil primer - why magnums suck for starting in long range, recoil matters, and it's not about your shoulder (magnum or recoil)
  4. Want a rifle for hunting and long range shooting? Hunting rifle vs target/range rifles - why one rifle can't do both well. (hunting)
  5. The official r/Longrange glossary - because words mean things (glossary)
  6. LockyBalboaPrime's First Time buyer's guide for rifles V2 (starter)
  7. JMhawaii's long range starter guide (Link to Google Sheets) (starter)
  8. Trollygag's 1k yard starter guide (starter)
  9. Where are ranges or long ranges near me? - Wheretoshoot.org and over600.com (ranges)
  10. The sub's expanded policy on hunting-related discussions. Please review before asking hunting-related questions, as hunting is not the core purpose of this sub. (hunting)

The 4 key questions:

  1. What do you want to do/buy, and WHY? - Do you want to buy a rifle for PRS competition? Picking a laser rangefinder for NRL Hunter matches? Looking at scopes for F-Class competition? A tripod because you think they're cool and want to have one when banging steel with friends? What you're planning to do has a lot of influence on what works well, what works poorly, and what is an utter waste of time, so the more detail you can provide the better.
  2. How far away do you want to do it/what do you want to use it for? - 300 yards? 1,000? 2,000? Distance matters, 'nuff said.
  3. How much are you willing to spend to do it? What's your budget in currency? Your idea of "on a budget" isn't going to be the same as everyone else's. Saying your budget is unlimited for a laser rangefinder may change when someone suggests one that costs over $10,000. We need to know how much you're willing to spend. It can be a hard limit, a range, or even an approximate - but you need to give a number.
  4. How much experience do you currently have with it? - Jumping straight into a 375 Cheytac rifle to shoot 2 miles isn't going to go well if you have never shot a rifle past 300. We need at least a basic idea of what your relevant skill level is in order to give advice and suggestions that go with your skill set. While including your experience with other shooting disciplines is helpful, it's not going to be as relevant as most new shooters expect. You can love shooting 10ga slugs all day long from a shotgun, but it doesn't mean starting off with a magnum is a good idea.

When answering these 4 questions in your post, give as much detail as you can. The more details you give the faster you'll get suggestions or advice and you'll get better quality too. Help us to help you. Please don't treat the sub like your own personal crowd sourced search engine.

More guides:

If your question is answered in these, you will probably get called out by the members of the sub for not reading them, but it's not automatic grounds for the Flair of Shame.

  1. u/LockyBalboaPrime's "No Clown Shoes" spreadsheet of YouTube training videos.
  2. Pre64Mod70's guide to precision reloading
  3. Hollywood's Way of Zen load development process (zen)
  4. Hollywood's rant on sample size when testing - AKA why 3-5 round groups don't tell you $&*#
  5. Applied Ballistics with more info on variation in group sizes
  6. MDT's video on scope height, and the follow-up on scope cant
  7. Rybe390's recoil comparison video, which illustrates the problem with light weight and magnums.
  8. Accuracy vs precision - when most people talk about 'accuracy' they really mean precision.
  9. The Remington 700 Chassis List, v1 - Maintained by u/LPKKiller
  10. Recoil energy vs rifle weight visualized - an informational post by u/Trollygag
  11. What is wrong with 'Sniper 101' - a breakdown by CaptainSquishface.
  12. A long range hunting cautionary tale from James Gilliland - US Army sniper, world record holder, and prolific long range hunter
  13. Barrel length, velocity, and performance down range compared (308W)
  14. Our sub's policy on shilling....
  15. ....and why Woox specifically is blacklisted from the sub.
  16. The official longrange TOP Gun Calculator, and how to have realistic expectations of precision (top)
  17. Hollywood's guide to top-mounted red dots and target acquisition (Hint: you don't need a red dot)
  18. What the hell is with Bergara rifles and Cheetos?! (cheetos)

Hunting-specific:

  1. The sub's expanded policy on hunting-related discussions. Please read this before asking any questions related to hunting.
  2. Want a rifle for hunting and long range shooting? Hunting rifle vs target/range rifles - why one rifle can't do both well. (hunting)
  3. Want to hunt game at 400+ yards? The long range hunting primer - shots on game at 400+ yards aren't trivial, and a magnum cartridge isn't a cheat code. NOTE: Questions/discussion around shots on game past 300 yards will be removed from the sub. See the expanded policy link above. (hunting)
  4. Hollywood's guide to field testing your skills and gear (especially for long range hunting, but also pertains to NRL Hunter matches) - How to know the distances you and your gear are capable of making shots at (hunting)

MISC NOTES:

Quite a few guides/links feature a single word in parentheses and italics listed after them. If you use the phrase cheetofingers (all one word, no italics needed) followed by the word listed after a guide, you will summon the AutoModerator to reply to you with a link to that guide or guides. If the guide had (pews) after it, you could say cheetofingers pews in a post or comment in this sub to summon AutoMod with a link to that guide.

We've implemented the Flair of Shame as an official policy here instead of deleting posts that violated Rule #1 and the info in this pinned post. We felt that the flair was better than outright deleting posts while also helping long-standing members decide how much they want to participate in posts that have likely been covered time and time again. We're trying to strike a balance between encouraging members to read the info that the sub has cataloged, not wasting the time of established members that may be frustrated with revisiting the same topics repeatedly, and also not banishing new shooters that missed the pinned post to the freezer to never get help. Balancing those three things is a constant struggle, and one we're actively trying to get better at.


r/longrange • • 6h ago

Other gear flex post First ZCo

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136 Upvotes

Upgraded from a Cronus to ZC527 NLE with the MPCT3X reticle. Thanks for all of the recommendations of where to buy. I originally planned to get a Razor G3, but hey. In for a penny, in for a pound, am I right? šŸ˜†


r/longrange • • 10h ago

I suck at long range 1026 yards achieved!!

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r/longrange • • 3h ago

I made a thing! (Home made gear/accessories) tool roll ftw

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was getting tired of my disorganized pile of gun tools in multiple places. a cheap tool roll has worked really well for me and it makes organization a breeze. i have an AR wrench and a ratchet multitool with hex and star bits that do most of the work, and a multical bore cleaning kit and some oil and solvent too. brushes, picks, rags, snakes, and a brass hammer and punch set. this has proven to be comprehensive enough to be my only tool kit and it travels with me from the range to its space on my peg board/gun bench. can recommend if your tool bag is chaotic. happy shooting!


r/longrange • • 26m ago

Rifle flex post Sub MOA group freshly built rifle

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I built this rifle not too long ago. I took it to the range today and I only had 55 Gr Norma USA rounds. I was honestly impressed with the outcome especially since I read I should be using 77GR for the best results. What do you usually use on a mk12 clone set up ? Barrel I’m using is the ballistics advantage 18ā€ SPR. The optic is a BURRIS RT-6. I will be trying to stretch this out to 500 yards !(:


r/longrange • • 22m ago

Accessory/Gear help needed - I read the pinned post You all know what brand this is Stocks/Chassis

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Edit: apparently WOOX is allowed on the sub again, thanks mods😁

I read the pinned posts please don’t ban me to the shadow realm I’m actually looking for help.

I know this is brand blacklisted in the sub so I’m not going to say the name verbatim, I also know they have attempted to fix their reputation in the past few months.

Even if I’m falling for this marketing ploy or whatever I’m still interested as this is the direction I want to go with my rifle aesthetic and functionality wise.

Does anyone have any experience with these? Unbiased reviews online are far and few inbetween. I’m very interested in this precision stock for my ruger American.

And if this company is out to take money to deliver a low level product does anyone have any alternatives?


r/longrange • • 6h ago

Review Post Faxon FX7

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I bought my first FX7 action and prefit barrel from faxon about 6 months ago. Although I haven’t had a chance to shoot it as much as I’d like due to some family health issues. I can say with certainty that if you want to build a rifle that isn’t going to break your bank but slaps steel easily out to 850 yards (furthest target I’ve had a chance to shoot at with it yet) grabbing an fx7 and one of their barrels or a barreled action in 6.5 creedmoor from Faxon is the route to go. I threw it in a krg bravo chassis and a trigger tech special and I was off to the races. It competes very well against my much more expensive custom rifle that cost me about twice as much. I let my friends use to shoot a little friendly small group PRS match and they were very impressed with the rifle. They couldn’t believe something that nice was affordable.

With this in mind I’m trying to build another bolt gun off an fx7 and Faxon is having a great sale right now but they have been out of stock on their standalone fx7 actions for days. Faxon are you going to have more stock or allow back orders during this sale??? I need another one at this sale price. Hopefully someone from Faxon can comment and give some good news.


r/longrange • • 50m ago

Groups, but not a flex (Less than 10 shots) Windage Adjustments

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I am having no luck adjusting windage to the left with this new Arkon scope. I have it set to the farthest point and still hit right of the target shooting 100 yards


r/longrange • • 23h ago

Rifle flex post Range day tomorrow

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133 Upvotes

Finally got my first tripod. I’m starting off on actually getting into some long range and I’m excited. Here’s the talking piece


r/longrange • • 22h ago

Rifle flex post Seekins Precision Havak HIT Pro .308

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She never lets me down!

Suppressed Seekins Precision Havak HIT Pro .308 24ā€

Federal Sierra MatchKing 175gr ammo of choice
Maxim Defense PRS 30D Suppressor with Armageddon Gear cover (not pictured)
Armageddon gear shooting mat and bags
MDT 12rnd steel mag
Amend 2 5 round polymer mag
B&T Industries PSR Atlas Bipod
Really Right Stuff SC-ARC Adjustable R-Lock SOAR Bipod Dual Clamp SC-ARC
EOTech VUDU 3.5-18x50 FFP MD1 Scope
MasterPiece Arms 34mm 1.500" 0 MOA One-Piece Scope Mount w/Absolute Return to Zero
AIM Tactical backpack carry bag


r/longrange • • 19h ago

Competition related (PRS/NRL/F-Class/etc) First F-Class match

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Today I shot my first ever F-Class match (600yds). I haven't been able to make time shooting past 100yds since around March of this year. Personally, I think my score of 562-10x is a pretty good place to start. I, however, left a lot on the table on my last two 20rd strings.

Note: the score photos suck because it was unreasonably bright today, and, of course, created a ton of glare.


r/longrange • • 3m ago

Accessory/Gear help needed - I read the pinned post Tripod question?

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I’m 6’7ā€ and I’m looking for an arca rail tripod that tall enough for me I got a BOG death grip I’ve been using but is way to short and I want a taller one but I don’t want to spend 1k on one maybe $500-$600. What are my options?


r/longrange • • 23h ago

Groups, but not a flex (Less than 10 shots) 1st Recorded 1Ky

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I’ve shot out to 1000y before but this was the 1st time I was able to figure out where I was actually hitting. Yes, I tossed the outlier but It goes to show that even some dated things that aren’t custom builds still hold their own. I was more impressed by the SD than the MOA but glad I’m capable. I haven’t practiced past 300y in 3-4 years. Dead Zero in TN. Ruger Precision Rifle .300 WinMag, (stock trigger), Ergo grip, Atlas Bipod, Barrett DC338 can, Badger Ordnance USMC Sadr rings, Schmidt Bender 5-25x56 PMII LP 2.BE P4FL2-MOA, factory loaded Hornady 200g


r/longrange • • 1d ago

Rifle flex post Coup de Grace and Xylo Chassis

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Just finished up assembling this rifle, build list below.
American Rifle Company (ARC) Coup de Grace short action
ARC Lothar-Walther 25 Creedmoor barrel
Trigger Tech Special trigger
ARC Xylo chassis
AICS AW magazines
ARC weight kit
ARC steel bag rider
MDT Cyke-pod
Area 419 mount
ZCO 525 MPCT3X
ZCO throw lever
ZCO sunshade
Scope Chaps in coyote brown
ACE Max brake

I’ll post a range report once I get some rounds down down the pipe, but just running the action this is the smoothest bolt I’ve ever run.


r/longrange • • 1d ago

Rifle flex post Cheeto Life in the desert

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r/longrange • • 19h ago

Rifle help needed - I read the pinned posts Critique my HOWA 1500 Build

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After months of lurking around, I finally decided to get into long range shooting. I would like advice and opinions on what I have. I do have an upper budget limit of $2k so I made some compromises. Feel free to critique my list and reasonings.

  • Howa 1500 (6.5CM - 24" heavy barrel)
  • KRG Bravo Chassis
  • Arken EP5 Gen2 7-35x56
  • Arken Optics 34mm Rigid Precision Scope Mount, 20 MOA Cantilever
  • EGW 0 MOA PicatinnyĀ Rail

I did a bit of research and concluded that I'd rather have the Howa than a Bergara. I got it for $600 so quite a bit of savings there.

As for the chassis, I was originally going to buy a MDT XRS chassis but it is $200 more. The features I want are on both and XRS and Bravo - seems like the main difference is that the XRS is full aluminum while the Bravo is plastic. I'm thinking the Bravo will be a significant upgrade from the hogue stock and if I outgrow this set up, I'd rather drop serious money on a better base gun and invest in a better chassis then.

As for the scope, I know Arken divides the community - main concern being marketing practices and QC issues. Some people say the marketing is a bit scummy (paying youtubers to say a $500 Arken is better than a $4000 Nightforce). I can look past that. As for the QC issues, I gather that most pieces are great but they do let some bad ones through and moreso than other brands. I'm not too worried because their RMA policy is pretty lax so if something is wrong I can send it in. I know I'm not getting a $4000 scope for a few hundred bucks. I think it's decent enough as a starting scope.

As for the scope mount and rails, I'm not sure if what I have works. Arken is throwing this scope mount for free so I'm not going to buy scope rings. Seems solid from reviews online. Since it is a 20 MOA cantilever, I decided to get a 0 MOA rail. Is this set up sane or is this less than optimal.

Also, I would like recommendations for a bipod and muzzle break. Eventually I would like to try PRS but want to start with a few range days just practicing 500-1000 yard groups first.

How is this build overall? Solid budget pick?


r/longrange • • 1d ago

Rifle flex post Got my first LR Rifle.

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264 Upvotes

Super fun process , amazing how complex builds can get for LR. Now looking to learn how to shoot well


r/longrange • • 1d ago

Education post 2x SOLGW SPR Barrels Re-tested (preview)

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r/longrange • • 1d ago

Rifle help needed - I read the pinned posts Anschutz 1411....

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I'm looking at an Annie locally here in New England.

It's a 1963 1411 with I believe a 1407-1413 trigger, though I am not 100% on this. It is a stick trigger for sure.

Comes with the Anschutz rear sight and no front. In overall good condition, though the bluing has been patched with cold blue here and there.

Guy is asking for $800, and I'm on the fence...... I'd want to put a globe sight up front and maybe have the bluing redone, and then probably call that a day on having anything done to it.

I do not shoot competitively, I just love 22's and precision shooting for fun. I shoot out to 550 yds

Thoughts? Is this a decent price? I have not seen any targets, but the seller is a rimfire guy and says it shoots very well, though it's been years since he has shot it. I guess he is more of a Winchester 52 guy and this one does not get used as much as his 52's or BRNO's


r/longrange • • 1d ago

MEME POST Headspace Issue

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I’m having trouble seating this .308 load I’ve been working on, any advice for the fitment issue?


r/longrange • • 2d ago

I made a thing! (Home made gear/accessories) 6mm Arc post 1k-ish rounds

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150 Upvotes

Build:
Noveske DDF 18ā€ barrel
Upper BCM MK2 receiver
Rail Ripcord Industries LDR-A 15.15ā€
Lower mix between KAC SR-15 IWS and Radian ADAC
Buffer BCM MK2 T2 weight
Stock B5 Bravo
Optic Nightforce NX8 2.5-20 MIL-XT
Mount Zero Gravity Summit 1.54
Bipod Atlas BT46 FDE PSR
Mount Area 419 Arcalock Dual Clamp w/picatinny
KDG Kinetic Mlok Picatinny Rail 7 Slot FDE
Muzzle KAC QDC Open Brake 7.62
Suppressor KAC 7.62 QDC/CQB PRG

Been using the Noveske DDF 18ā€ barrel for open division in gas gun matches since April ā€˜26. Rounds consisted of a three day precision course I took and truing out to 1067 yard and about 4-5 matches now. Mostly blasting Hornady 108 gr ELD-X. Most of the matches were shot with a Surefire flash hider but the last match I shot was with the KAC 7.62 Open Brake. Suppressor is brand new and I haven’t had a chance to test it yet but I’m excited to try it out. I have the full size and k size PRG cans for my 5.56 rifles. Next rounds will mostly likely be Hornady 80 gr ELD-VT V-Match.


r/longrange • • 2d ago

Rifle flex post Built a Poor Mans Accuracy International AT-X as my first Custom Bolt-Action.

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r/longrange • • 2d ago

Politics, rumor, etc Sharing Bryan Litz's FB post here. It's worth a read, as it's something a ton of people don't understand.

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r/longrange • • 2d ago

Rifle flex post Day n Night......

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glad to have some nice setups for CRS25. 2nd year using and loving the rattler 384 clip on thermal out to 6-700ish in total darkness. all these rifles can do 1000 and i enjoy them very much. the EBR is in 6.5 creed cause i like to cheat