Fine-Tuning Your Bubble Level for Long-Range Precision

Learn how fine-tuning your bubble level for long-range precision will pay off. When you’re sending rounds downrange at 1,000 yards or more, even the smallest cant error can mean the difference between a hit and a miss. James Eagleman of Barbour Creek Long Range Shooting School reminds us that a mere 2–3° of rifle cant can introduce 10–18 inches of lateral error at distance.

Understanding Point of Impact Shift: Beyond the Scope

Understanding Point of Impact Shift: Beyond the Scope. At TRACT Optics, we’re often asked a familiar question: “Why was my rifle dead-on Monday, but off by Saturday?” It’s a frustrating experience for shooters—especially when they’ve invested in high-quality optics and expect consistent performance.

Properly Sighting In Your Rifle Scope

How to Properly Sight In Your Rifle Scope: A Step-by-Step Guide. Whether you’re preparing for hunting season or dialing in your gear for precision shooting, properly sighting in your rifle scope is essential for accuracy and confidence in the field.

Set Your Scope for Success

Set Your Scope for Success—Mastering Eye Relief Based on How You Hunt. Whether you’re gearing up for whitetail season in a blind or preparing for a backcountry elk hunt from prone positions, one detail can make or break your shot: proper eye relief.

FFP vs. SFP Rifle Scopes: What You Need to Know Before You Buy

FFP vs. SFP Rifle Scopes: What You Need to Know Before You Buy. 1950If you’re stepping into the world of rifle optics—whether for precision rimfire, long-range shooting, or hunting—you’ve likely encountered the terms first focal plane (FFP) and second focal plane (SFP). And if you’ve felt overwhelmed by the jargon, you’re not alone.

Trigger Pull vs. Follow-Through

Trigger Pull vs. Follow-Through: Rethinking Rifle Accuracy. In the world of precision shooting, certain techniques are treated as gospel—follow-through being one of them.

Choosing Your First Optic: Getting It Right from the Start

When choosing your first optic, how do you know if you got it right? Track down a dozen shooters and ask them what the “best first optic” is, and you’ll get a dozen different answers. That’s because without knowing the rifle, caliber, or intended use, “best” is incredibly subjective.