Rifle Scopes Which Reticle for Sniper Shoots/Match

[crossgun]

Ok I realize that there are some really great scopes on the market for long range shooting. Currently I own a few Nightforce scopes. NP-R1 and NP-R2s but have determined I like the NP-R1 better as it allows me to estimate range a little closer. So what reticle would you recommend to a new shooter wanting to do more sniper type shoots at unknown distances and why?

At this point I don’t care if it’s MIL/MIL or MOA/MOA. I believe that the reticle design might just drive my next scope purchase and would appreciate your experienced thoughts. Again, I am looking for something that is best suited for paper and plates.

 

[bdh308]

Re: Which Reticle for Sniper Shoots/Match

"sniper type shoots". I would be a little careful when using terminology like this. Its slang and doesnt sit well with some of us on here. Mil/Mil is what most would prefer but if your use to using moa in your setup the roll with it. Mil/mil to me is quicker to reference in the field although I dont have anything in m/m it is on the to do list.

 

[Lindy]

Re: Which Reticle for Sniper Shoots/Match

A lot of tactical rifles matches are in fact advertised as sniper matches. Given that, I think his terminology is perfectly acceptable.

Reticle choice is a highly individual matter. I would only suggest that the scope have adjustments in the same system the reticle is graduated in. It just makes life simpler.

I give priority in reticle choice to easy usability for holdovers, holdunders, moving target leads, and wind leads, in addition to accuracy for reticle ranging, and low-light visibility.

I find that MOA/IPHY reticles with marks every MOA have too many marks, and those with marks every 5 MOA not enough. I think marks every two MOA would be about right - but that's close to what a mil reticle is which has a mark halfway between the mils.

So, my preference is to mil/mil scopes, but it's just mine.

 

[crossgun]

Re: Which Reticle for Sniper Shoots/Match

Lindy

Thanks. I understand what your saying about less is more. I assume that it really comes down to how well you can guestimate the amount of space between lines for accurate range estimation.

There are a lot of great reticles out there I would assume and am looking for direction to which ones may be better choices than others for the "GAME".

 

[Leaddog]

Re: Which Reticle for Sniper Shoots/Match

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: crossgun</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Ok I realize that there are some really great scopes on the market for long range shooting. Currently I own a few Nightforce scopes. NP-R1 and NP-R2s but have determined I like the NP-R1 better as it allows me to estimate range a little closer. So what reticle would you recommend to a new shooter wanting to do more sniper type shoots at unknown distances and why?

At this point I don&#146;t care if it&#146;s MIL/MIL or MOA/MOA. I believe that the reticle design might just drive my next scope purchase and would appreciate your experienced thoughts. Again, I am looking for something that is best suited for paper and plates.
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The MLR Nightforce reticle works well.

 

[turbosa22c]

Re: Which Reticle for Sniper Shoots/Match

what kind of distance is typical of a "tactical" rifle match.

 

[Lindy]

Re: Which Reticle for Sniper Shoots/Match

The shortest shot on one we ran last year was 11 feet 1 inch, and the longest was 1000 yards. Be prepared...

 

[Derek Myers]

Re: Which Reticle for Sniper Shoots/Match

Reticle is very personal choice and depends on how each individual likes to shoot. And yes alot of tactical shoots are advertised as "sniper" matches and only a select few actually ask for any bonafids.

Personally personally as someone who doesn't shoot bulleyes or benchrest......most shots are pass/fail whether in a match or otherwise. In either case I personally have never been one to adjust for close misses unless I have a real good spotter who can quickly call out adjustments because many matches
I enjoy have ground travel and time included in the score and in other arenas time is more than money. Generally If I miss two feet low I just hold 2 feet higher and get the next shot on its way ASAP. I am an old MOA guy......but use holdovers as corrections. I am currently looking at mil/mil however I see a big benefit as being able to exactly dial corrections on your misses to make then dead hits if the shooter does his part.


I jut don't know who quick that process will be and after shot 1 if its a miss you possible dust/flash siganture etc etc.

Obviously I need to spend some shooting time with MIL/MIL to better learn its benefits and its field uses.

Derek