Why wouldn't you hunt ab 100m? Gophers at 100m with a .22 is easy peasy.
I've always zeroed .22's at 75yds for hunting, get on paper zeroed at 25yds first then stretch it to 75yds
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I've always zeroed .22's at 75yds for hunting, get on paper zeroed at 25yds first then stretch it to 75yds
100yds with a quality .22 rifle, decent ammunition and capable hands is quite effective.......
struff's 20 yd info is for HV, I believe. I saw info like that on another site a few years ago. It gives you the approx 'arc' with 1.5" scope center above bbl.
I shoot 22LR-SV at 25, 50, 100, and 175yds, using a MOA 'tree' scope. 25 and 50 Zeroes are pretty close - maybe 1/2" higher on 50. If I plan to shoot 100 a while I take One shot at a target and 'measure' the MOA-diff between POA & POI. This usually runs about 6-8", and I will either 'clik-Up' for the diff OR just 'Hold" that diff on the reticle if it's just a few shots. Using a "Wind Rose" helps where I shoot since there's rarely a 'quiet' day and 22 SV is very wind sensitive, esp with head or tail winds.
I shoot 22LR-SV at 25, 50, 100, and 175yds, using a MOA 'tree' scope. 25 and 50 Zeroes are pretty close - maybe 1/2" higher on 50. If I plan to shoot 100 a while I take One shot at a target and 'measure' the MOA-diff between POA & POI. This usually runs about 6-8", and I will either 'clik-Up' for the diff OR just 'Hold" that diff on the reticle if it's just a few shots. Using a "Wind Rose" helps where I shoot since there's rarely a 'quiet' day and 22 SV is very wind sensitive, esp with head or tail winds.
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I run a 1925 BSA Cadet rifle with a Lyman American 10X and Buddy runs a CZ 457 heavy barrel with a Bushnell Elite 6-24... they are quality, but not high IMO and 100yd head shots on gophers are a regular occurrence .
The 22 has changed lots since 1887, powders, projectiles, consistency etc.
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There's no such thing as a dumb question. If your target shooting or hunting at a typical range of 100 yards the simplest method is to use a gun rest or cleaning caddy. Pull the bolt out (if possible) and look through the barrel and set the rifle at rest on the paper that you have set at 100. Without moving the rifle, adjust the crosshairs to the point your barrel view is on. This will get you on the paper. Take one good feeling shot. Don't take a second shot. Make the appropriate adjustments based on type of scope MOA or MIL. This will get you very close to zero for that rifle, scope and ammo at that range/distance. Cheers this is just one of the easy to find tutorials.
I'm doing a competition out to 700 Yards so Im looking to do a 100 yard zero typically I do 50
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Zero at fifty then. Chrono your ammo and do your dope. Cheers
Thats a great video
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If you zero at 50 yards, should need about 6-6.5" of elevation needed to hit at 100, based on STD velocity ammo.
Just something you gotta play with to get the exacts clicks needed for your gun and ammo. When learning for the first time, those grid targets are a good target to use. As it gives you a quick reference guide to how much adjustment you need.
But I zero at 25, write it down, then move to 50, write it down, then 100 and write it down. Used to do postal matches where those 3 ranges we would need to shoot targets.
Just something you gotta play with to get the exacts clicks needed for your gun and ammo. When learning for the first time, those grid targets are a good target to use. As it gives you a quick reference guide to how much adjustment you need.
But I zero at 25, write it down, then move to 50, write it down, then 100 and write it down. Used to do postal matches where those 3 ranges we would need to shoot targets.
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Zero for 25 yds that's where you will shoot most, why? Wind - thats why ... then check how much @ 50 yds, 75 yds, 100yds etc. Prove your dope- with the ammo you use.
My Bergara BMR is 0 @50, +7@100, +22 @ 200: SK Biathalon. Then I just use the scope aiming dots to correct for windage or elevation on any given day ... thats what they are for ✔
Tan aiming squares are .75 moa:
My Bergara BMR is 0 @50, +7@100, +22 @ 200: SK Biathalon. Then I just use the scope aiming dots to correct for windage or elevation on any given day ... thats what they are for ✔
Tan aiming squares are .75 moa:
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How do you zero at 100 yards? You shoot at 100 and adjust your scope to zero. Was that a trick question? I would start at a closer distance and work towards 100. Once zero'd at 50, dial in 5-6" (or 5 to 6 moa more) and you should be on paper at 100 to fine tune from there.
No , you should be close to bull if that's your point of aim .
And where the hell is the bullet going after that ? Good advice , NOT ! Same as shooting at the dirt !
700 yds with a 22 ? Now that's stretching it ! Good luck .
