Jun 02, 2014 the standard issue army sniper rifle comparable to the m40 is the m24, and it was not adopted until 1988. Descriptions of rifle scopes can be a little confusing at times, especially if youre new to scopes and shooting. These types of sights will not give the sniper the magnification to hit targets accurately atrange. Collecting the american sniper rifle, 1900 to 1945 provides accurate information that will allow the collector to determine whether or not a particular rifle or telescopic part or other accessory is correct and not a fake or misrepresented part sold on the internet. Whats more important in a sniper rifle, precision or accuracy.
The standard issue army sniper rifle comparable to the m40 is the m24, and it was not adopted until 1988. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Starting with the basics i get asked this a lot on ebay what does 4x20 mean. Jan 20, 2015 chris kyle was the deadliest sniper in u.
Right click the link below, then save target as and download to your hard drive. A glossary of terms the first step to understanding is to call things by their right names. Sniper a military person designated as a special marksman who is used to shoot designated targets of opportunity at long range. Blackwaters precision rifle training, as well as being a self taught shooter whos skill and ability has been proven to be successful amongst the top long range shooters in the country. The latest version, the m24a2, was known as an exceptionally accurate rifle with hits recorded out to 1,000 meters in afghanistan. They weigh 2 lbs, 3 ounces 1 kg and are 10 inches 25 cm long. Bbattle dress uniform bdus the name for the fatigue uniform worn by many military and law enforcement personnel.
These kinds of lenses are in a position of offering optimal light transmission and also unparalleled clarity of vision that makes these products indispensable in high precision shooting. Bolt gun a slang term used to refer to a bolt action rifle. The man gets out of the top of the car, ready to shoot, but the sniper shoots first, killing the man. The sniper data books are printed on tan rite in rain all weather paper, in a compact paper size of 4 58 x 7. The local iraqis had gone inside, most of them scared. Just one further comment, there is a glossary of terminology to be found immediately after the conclusion of the novel. The m24 is also bolt action, but uses a remington 700 long. Rifles, pistols, shotguns, double rifles, colt, winchester, purdey, parker, firearms. This detailed record enables the sniper to know his weapon intimately, allowing him to understand its performance in all weather conditions, at all ranges, and against a. The book uses a 6 ring polydura mini binder, which allows the operator to organize the book per mission needs.
Gun glossary a gun glossary b gun glossary c gun glossary d gun glossary eg gun glossary hl gun glossary m gun glossary op gun glossary r gun glossary s gun glossary tz about the author lou is a former soldier of delta company, 3d us infantry, the old guard ceremonial unit and escort to the president. Modular sniper data book range estimation offset refill sheets. A sniper central novel this is the first novel in the reluctant sniper series and is written by melvin ewing, the founder of sniper central. A person who uses a sniper rifle in the military is called a sniper. Precisionsniper log book notes these sheets are designed to be printed double sided, using the flip up orientation i. A sniper rifle such as the m21 or psg1 in the hands of a highly trained sniper can be a deadly weapon from more than a mile away. Written by liam oflaherty, the sniper is a short, fictional story about the. Shooting targets shooting guns shooting sports shooting range shooting bench bois diy air rifle cool guns rifle scope mil, milliradian and minute of angle definitions wayne van zwoll explores scope reticles by defining the terms mil, milliradian and minute of angle. The scout sniper also has a secondary mission of gathering information for intelligence purposes. This onepage guide includes a plot summary and brief analysis of the sniper by liam oflaherty.
The term ace was royal flying corps slang for a pilot who had shot down five or more. Field of view fov is the amount of area seen through your scope from right to left at 100 yards. A detailed record of ballistic data, developed and periodically modified, on the performance of a particular sniper rifle while used by a particular sniper. Precisionsniper log book notes chebucto community net. In this context, id have to define the terms this way accuracy is what size of a group can i shoot with this rifle. A similar theme in other books on the subject, this book detailing that premise with the sniper rifle as the main subject. A sniper rifle is much more accurate than a normal rifle. The sniper is a short story written by irish writer liam oflaherty, set during the early weeks of the irish civil war, during the battle of dublin. Firearms dictionary gun glossary collectors guns encyclopedia terms definitions illustrated sporting shotgun rifle shooting terminology lexicon hundreds of fine vintage and collectible sporting guns for sale. The book takes place in modern times in a fictional conflict that is ripped from todays headlines. Right click the link below, then save target as and download to your hard. Book paper text weight and is divided into uncoated or offset paper, and coated. The favorable notice it generated helped get other works by o.
A technical outline of the history of the sniper rifle, from its introduction in warfare during the napoleonic wars 17991815, through the us civil war 18611865 to its current apogee as the most frequently used combat rifle in iraq and afghanistan. Urban hides are limited to the imagination of the sniper. Requirements include accuracy, reliability, mobility, concealment and optics for antipersonnel, antimateriel and surveillance uses of the military sniper. So i thought id do up a little rifle scope glossary of terms. Aadjustable objective this is a ring around a scopes objective lens housing that allows you to adjust the parallax setting of the rifle scope. Ally sloper was a prewar comic book character who was something of a buffoon. In artillery, the length of the barrel expressed in terms of the internal diameter. Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. A sniper rifle is a type of gun used to accurately shoot targets a long distance away. The primary mission of a scout sniper in combat is to support combat operations by delivering precision fire on selected targets from concealed positions. Sniper a military or other person designated as a special marksman who is. Sniper rifle a specialized, highly accurate rifle, fitted with an optical sight used by military snipers to engage personnel and hard targets at long range. Scout sniper definitionsacronyms flashcards quizlet. Actions are generally categorized by the type of mechanism used.
Sniper rifle definition of sniper rifle by the free. Top related terms for sniper are hunter, marauder and adam tiler. The m24 is also bolt action, but uses a remington 700 long action instead of the remington 700 short action. Book paper is divided into uncoated paper also called offset. Fifty yards away, a woman opened the door of a small house and stepped outside with her child. Supersummary, a modern alternative to sparknotes and cliffsnotes, offers highquality study guides that feature detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, quotes, and essay topics. Granted, if you are interested in such sniper tactic information then get the 2nd book, but i would definitely recommend precision shooting at yards over the plaster book if you want to learn how to shoot long range. A person who uses a sniper rifle in the military is called a sniper a sniper rifle is much more accurate than a normal rifle. Glossary of sniping and marksmanship terms sniper training. Enables sniper to know his weapon intimately, understand performance in all weather conditions, ranges, and targets. The enemy sniper, tricked into thinking the republican sniper has been killed, now stands up on the roof clearly silhouetted against the sky.
Vocabulary from the popular short story by liam oflaherty, the sniper. The springfield 1903 rifles the illustrated, documented story of the design, development, and production of all the models of appendages, and accessories by brophy, william s. A book with color printing on the inside back cover only, for example. Category of paper suitable for books, magazines, catalogs, advertising and general printing needs. This page is the complete text of a booklet entitled a glossary of terms relating to firearms, their use, and possession for the hoplophobe, the nonshooter, or individuals employed by the media, originally published and ed by fr. Air gun a rifle or pistol that uses compressed air, either from the action of a. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The following are terms related to firearms and ammunition topics. The modern sniper rifle is a portable shoulderfired weapon system with a choice between boltaction or semiautomatic action, fitted with a telescopic sight for extreme accuracy and. Rob also competes in other shooting sports such as 3 gun and idpa but long range precision rifle is his favorite shooting discipline. Gun glossary a gun glossary b gun glossary c gun glossary d gun glossary eg gun glossary hl gun glossary m gun glossary op gun glossary r gun glossary s gun glossary tz about the author lou is a former soldier of delta company, 3d us infantry, the old. Inappropriate the list including its title or description facilitates illegal activity, or contains hate speech or ad hominem attacks on a fellow goodreads member or author. Shooting data book the book we teach from and use is the impact data.
They are fixed, 10power scopes with a 32mm objective lens. Airforce airguns precharge pneumatic air rifles airgun. The 6 ring binder is equipped with blackedout rings and all metal hardware. Collecting the american sniper rifle, 1900 to 1945 provides accurate information that will allow the collector to determine whether or not a particular rifle or telescopic part or other accessory is correct and not a fake or misrepresented part sold on the internet the book provides a detailed description of.
Marine corps house the optics in steel tubes that are mounted to a bracket on the top of the rifle. It was a military m14 with matchgrade upgrades hollowing out the wood, fiberglassseated receiver, different trigger mechanisms and optics. Organizational and intermediate maintenance manu al for the 7. Coatings the optical elements of the riflescope are coated to reduce internal light loss and glare, which in turn ensures even light transmission, resulting in greater image sharpness, brightness, color fidelity and contrast. An excellent book going back thru the history of wars on this very premise and very current as well. A rifle scope happens to be an extremely intricate device, that in most of the high quality brands, integrates high definition multicoated optics. Glossary of slang and peculiar terms in use in the aif anu. Known for their flexibility and legendary accuracy, airforce airguns offers a solution for just about any airgun shooting situations. This means that they are capable of magnifying an image to 10 times its size. A few curious souls peeked out from behind curtains, waiting. The sniper lets the rifle and his hand hang over as if he is dead, eventually letting the rifle fall onto the street as he pretends to sink back onto the roof. Spam or selfpromotional the list is spam or selfpromotional. Although the m24 and m40 were adopted 22 years apart, they are very similar.
During this time rob has many first place, top 5, and 10 finishes in major competitions. Whether you are looking for your first riflescope, or youre on oldtime hunter, its important to be familiar with the terms related to scopes. Storm tactical free downloads, targets, sniper rifle. Many of the big guns of the enemy were given such nicknames. Whats more important in a sniper rifle, precision or. Firearms dictionary, gun terms, firearms glossary, gun. The hogs tooth is awarded to new marine snipers at the end of the scout sniper basic course. It is drilled through and hung on a piece of 550 cord.
If i have messed up the spelling of any of these terms please let me know. Articles archives sniper rifles best rifle scope guide. However, any rifle in the hands of a trained sniper is a lethal combination. Airforce airguns, the first manufacturer of precharged pneumatic air rifles pcp in the u. Almost all sniper rifles use a sniper scope, a special telescope that allows them to see. The books interior will only be printed in black ink, with one color. There is no such thing as a zero group size at all ranges and all conditions there will always be a zone in which all sh.
Sniper rifle noun the noun sniper rifle has 1 sense 1. These terms will help you to understand riflescopes and other scopes more and to be more comfortable discussing them and looking for the right items for your scope. Features that may distinguish a sniper rifle from other weapons are the presence of a telescopic sight, unusually long overall length, a stock designed for firing from a prone position, and the presence of a bipod and other accessories. In most cases a sniper will carry a scopedequipped weapon over an aimpoint, holographic, or acog sight. My printer does this automatically but you may have to run your paper through your printer twice to accomplish the same. By understanding the glossary terms below, you can better match your choice to your shooting situation. A vocabulary list featuring vocabulary from the sniper.
The features of a sniper rifle can vary widely depending on the specific tasks it is intended to perform. I looked through the scope of the sniper rifle, scanning down the road of the tiny iraqi town. It is oflahertys first published work of fiction, published in a small londonbased socialist weekly the new leader 12 january 1923 while the war it depicted was still ongoing. Most books do not include printing on the inside covers, so they are 4004 0 refers to no ink.
For example, a typical 3x variable scope might have a fov at 100 yards of a bit over 30 feet, and at 9x, the fov would be around 14 feet. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Time to hunt by stephen hunter, point of impact by stephen hunter, sniper one. Sniper rifle simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. This theme is still currently present in iraq and afgan. An old woman appears on the street and talks to the man in the car, then points up at the republican snipers position. I have been informed that the book the worlds submachine guns machine pistols vol. Jun 06, 2016 in this context, id have to define the terms this way accuracy is what size of a group can i shoot with this rifle.
Storm tactical user manual 21 pages, 7 mb pdf file storm tactical moa target pack with dot drill targets rifle range in yards. Dragunov a sniper rifle with a telescopic sight type of. Below youll find a list of terms and their definitions to common book printing terms. The term refers to the method in which cartridges are loaded, locked, and extracted from the mechanism. Almost all sniper rifles use a sniper scope, a special telescope that allows them to see targets very far away. Precision rifle i precision rifle 1 course location. An enemy armored car comes down the street and the sniper wishes to fire at it, but he knows his gun will not be able to damage the gray monster. The physical mechanism that manipulates cartridges andor seals the breech. Storm tactical precision rifle data book user manual. This page is in no way intended to glorify the amount of people these soldiers have killed, it is intended to recognize the manner in which these soldiers excelled at accomplishing the misson assigned to them in a time of war.
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