Advanced Marksmanship Shooting 700-yards kneeling, unsupported (video)

[BookHound]

The other day Jered needed to test some loads in his 284 so we hit the range. After playing with the chronograph it was time for some goofing off. So, Jered jumped up on the bench for a couple shoots at the 700-yard plates. That first round he missed wasn't off by much. The second shot nailed the target though. I was impressed.

Click on the video to play it. ;-)

 

[jasonk]

Re: Shooting 700-yards kneeling, unsupported (video)

How big are the plates at 700?

 

[Jered Joplin]

Re: Shooting 700-yards kneeling, unsupported (video)

22x22" plate

I was trying to wait until Mark turned the camera off so I didn't get caught looking like a chump but I guess it worked out this time. We also found out that two huge cups of strong African coffee will not improve your skill set.

 

[BookHound]

Re: Shooting 700-yards kneeling, unsupported (video)

I wish I had taken a picture of the target. The hit was certainly under MOA. The miss, LOL, well was a miss. But Jered knew it the second he squeezed the trigger. We were all pounding the coffee that morning and Jered does get VERY shaky with coffee in his system.

This shows the target area a little clearer than the video.

And a shot from the front of his body positioning...

 

[JeffinTX]

Re: Shooting 700-yards kneeling, unsupported (video)

I like it! A good, solid, classic looking kneeling position...
Add a good tight sling and he'd really be locked in

 

[JFComfort]

Re: Shooting 700-yards kneeling, unsupported (video)

Good shooting!

 

[Werewolf]

Re: Shooting 700-yards kneeling, unsupported (video)

Nice Shooting.
If it was me, I'll be shaking like a dog shitting razorblades.

 

[Wicked Weapons]

Re: Shooting 700-yards kneeling, unsupported (video)

Note to self: The use of a rear 'bunny ear' bag under the folded leg may improve the overall stability of the kneeling position.

I'll put that little gem away for future use.

 

[BFD711]

Re: Shooting 700-yards kneeling, unsupported (video)

I never saw that rear bag trick done either. Pretty smart.

 

[SScott]

Re: Shooting 700-yards kneeling, unsupported (video)

Great shot and a smart man.
After making a shot like that, he simply set the rifle down and will let his buddies talk about that shot for years to come.
SScott

 

[The Mechanic]

Re: Shooting 700-yards kneeling, unsupported (video)

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Wicked Weapons</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Note to self: The use of a rear 'bunny ear' bag under the folded leg may improve the overall stability of the kneeling position.

I'll put that little gem away for future use.</div></div>
Great little trick. I have a real problem getting my foot to lay down flat. This is a great idea.