Long Range Shooting Handbook
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The Long Range Shooting Handbook by Ryan Cleckner is a comprehensive beginner's guide to precision rifle shooting, covering everything from fundamental marksmanship principles to ballistics and optics selection. Written by a former Army Ranger sniper instructor, it strikes a balance between accessible language and technical depth that makes it genuinely useful for new shooters. It is widely regarded as one of the best entry-level resources for understanding long range shooting concepts, including how to choose and use long range scopes effectively.
Key Features & Specs
| Author | Ryan Cleckner, former 1st Ranger Battalion sniper and sniper instructor |
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| Format | Available in paperback and Kindle editions |
| Pages | Approximately 200 pages of structured, beginner-friendly content |
| Topics Covered | Ballistics, wind reading, rifle fundamentals, optics and scope selection, and shooting positions |
| Optics Guidance | Dedicated sections explain reticle types, magnification ranges, and turret adjustment relevant to long range scopes |
| Skill Level | Designed for complete beginners with no assumed prior knowledge of precision shooting |
| Publisher | Self-published by Ryan Cleckner, regularly updated to reflect current practices |
Best for: New shooters who want a solid, practical foundation in long range rifle shooting before investing in optics and equipment, particularly those trying to understand how to select and use a long range riflescope for the first time.