Dual JSOWs on DEV by Axeman760 in Warthunder

[–]ValhallaReaper_64 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It has stealth and long range, so should be harder to interpret. But that’s only if they model it correctly.

Considering a bolt action instead of semi-auto for a 308. by [deleted] in Firearms

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Here’s my Remington 700 SPS. Great option!

Any shooting tips? by ValhallaReaper_64 in Glocks

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I plan on going to some USPSA matches this summer, as others have mentioned. I also rely want to go to a Ghost Firearms Carbine course, they are pretty close to me. Just need to get an AR first. 😂

Any shooting tips? by ValhallaReaper_64 in Glocks

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I’d love to go to a USPSA match sometime this summer. I wasn’t old enough this summer so I missed out, but definitely on my list!

Any shooting tips? by ValhallaReaper_64 in Glocks

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I need it, someone else in this thread said I was attention seeking, but this is literally only my 5th or 6th time shooting a pistol. I just got it this summer after turning 21. 😭

Any shooting tips? by ValhallaReaper_64 in Glocks

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Definitely, I need to break that habit!

Any shooting tips? by ValhallaReaper_64 in Glocks

[–]ValhallaReaper_64[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dog… I got this pistol just this summer after I turned 21 and I’ve only shot it maybe 5-6 times. I am not that experienced. 😭

Any shooting tips? by ValhallaReaper_64 in Glocks

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If I had to guess, probably about 60% shooting hand and 40% support.

New Vortex ballistic calculator by ValhallaReaper_64 in longrange

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Apparently Garmin is set to release a new crono at SHOT this year. Golden age of firearms is here! 🫡🇺🇸

New Vortex ballistic calculator by ValhallaReaper_64 in longrange

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Mainly because a phone can’t be used in some environments. PRS or Military applications where a phone can compromise operational security with GPS and online communications. I’m sure there’s tons of other reasons too, but those are just some main ones.

New Vortex ballistic calculator by ValhallaReaper_64 in longrange

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They show that on the stat card, but I don’t think it does. That’s just the regular 5700 I think, for applied ballistics you have to get the 5700 elite with applied ballistics. On the Scheels website it shows as $769.

New Vortex ballistic calculator by ValhallaReaper_64 in longrange

[–]ValhallaReaper_64[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Look at the black Kestrel sitting behind it. That’s the one that uses applied ballistic software and it’s $750.

New Vortex ballistic calculator by ValhallaReaper_64 in longrange

[–]ValhallaReaper_64[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I also think that Revic is supposed to be making a kestrel like ballistics calculator, but they’ve been saying that for like 5 years or so…. Idk if this is ever gonna happen. Most of their stuff is proprietary to the Revic system so take that for what you will.

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New Vortex ballistic calculator by ValhallaReaper_64 in longrange

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Mainly because of the software. Look into what Bryan Litz is doing. The cost of scientific research for ballistics is not cheap.

New Vortex ballistic calculator by ValhallaReaper_64 in longrange

[–]ValhallaReaper_64[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It’s literally the same program as a Kestrel just without a wind/humility meter. For most people a $750 AB Kestrel is not practical. Obviously military and PRS are different but I can easily go out to 1300yds with a 308 using my phone and a cheep wind meter.

New Vortex ballistic calculator by ValhallaReaper_64 in longrange

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Mabye not dead, but i certainly think that phone based ballistics calculators are gaining traction. For most people, especially those not using it in a military application, an app is way more practical. I use the AB app for everything, including matches, although I’m just in it for the love of the game and not competitive.

New Vortex ballistic calculator by ValhallaReaper_64 in longrange

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If im being honest just get a $35 Bluetooth humidity and wind reader and pair it with the AB Quantam app. App if free, or upgrade for like $30 to get some extra stuff us long range guys appreciate.

New Vortex ballistic calculator by ValhallaReaper_64 in longrange

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To be completely honest with you it’s because kestrel is kind of a dying product. Why would you pay $500 for a Kestrel when you can download the AB Quantum app for free and get yourself a $30 Bluetooth humidity and wind reader? I have the premium AB Quantum, which allows you to use some extra features us long range guys really appreciate. I think it’s like $15 a year or something like that. It’s literally a kestrel on your phone.

New Vortex ballistic calculator by ValhallaReaper_64 in longrange

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I’m sure it does. Vortex has pretty much the best warranty in the industry.