{"id":2448,"date":"2024-08-11T19:19:16","date_gmt":"2024-08-11T19:19:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/?p=2448"},"modified":"2024-08-11T19:19:16","modified_gmt":"2024-08-11T19:19:16","slug":"long-range-shooting-with-iron-sights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunowner-news.com\/?p=2448","title":{"rendered":"Long Range Shooting with Iron Sights"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"player-inline-wrapper no-margin-top\">\n<div class=\"video-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<iframe class=\"player-inline\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/413186822?h=7a347eb91d&amp;api=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"byline\">By <a class=\"byline-author ajax-home\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/author\/richard-wilkins\/\">Richard Wilkins<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"dropcap\">W<\/span>ith today\u2019s technological advancements, shooting long range accurately and efficiently is becoming easier and easier. Because of the rise of high-quality optics, many new shooters fail to realize how capable a shooter can be armed only with a pair of iron sights. Check out my video above (article continues below).<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large no-blowout flush\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The author decided to see what he could do with iron sights out to 500 yards with the Springfield Armory M1A Loaded Precision semi-automatic rifle chambered for the 6.5\u00a0Creedmoor cartridge.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>All variables like rifle type, optics, ammo, wind, elevation and temperature play an important role when calculating a successful shot. With a good set of optics, you can overcome those variables quickly. But what if your optics fail? A true test of skill and engineering is shooting your rifle (in this case the <a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/review-m1a-loaded-precision-6-5-cm\/\">M1A Loaded Precision 6.5 Creedmoor<\/a> in a Desert FDE stock) long range with your iron sights.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large no-blowout\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-2.jpg\" alt=\"This photo shows the Springfield firearm chambered for the 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge. It is shown in a gun case at the shooting range. It is equipped with a muzzle brake on the rifle barrel.\" class=\"wp-image-9894\" title=\"testing the iron sights on the semi-automatic rifle at the shooting range\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-2.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-2-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-2-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-2-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge is a great option for long range\u00a0shooting. The rifle is also available in .308 Winchester (7.62x51mm NATO).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Removing the fancy optics makes the elements that affect your shot a hyper-sensitive calculation. For you old school guys looking to find the next best rifle to help you reach new distances using iron sights, the Loaded 6.5 Creedmoor is the rifle for you. The same goes for those wanting to learn how to shoot effectively using iron sights.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large no-blowout\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1475\" height=\"687\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-3.jpg\" alt=\"When determining are iron sights accurate having a precise rifle like this Springfield Armory M1A Loaded is needed to ensure correct test results.\" class=\"wp-image-9895\" title=\"are iron sights accurate\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-3.jpg 1475w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-3-800x373.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-3-400x186.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-3-768x358.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1475px) 100vw, 1475px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The rifle tested featured an <a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/archangel-stock-for-the-m1a\/\">Archangel Desert FDE stock<\/a> with multiple adjustment points and solid\u00a0construction.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Setting Up Your Shot<\/h2>\n<p>I recommend using a steel target when shooting long range. The reason for this is the quick feedback you receive when you hit your target. Plus, everyone loves the ping of a steel target.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large no-blowout\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-4.jpg\" alt=\"In this photograph, the writer shows you the ammunition he used during the accuracy testing. It was a round loaded by Fort Scott Munitions that uses a solid copper bullet with a long ogive and full metal jacket.\" class=\"wp-image-9896\" title=\"ammunition used for accuracy testing\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-4.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-4-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-4-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-4-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The author used Fort Scott Munitions Accuracy Pack ammunition in the\u00a0iron sights testing on the outdoor shooting range. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>When choosing a rifle for long-range shooting, one of the critical components of that rifle system is caliber. There\u2019s a reason <a class=\"ajax-article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/does-todays-best-bullet-predate-the-automobile\/\">why 6.5 Creedmoor is hugely popular in the long-range shooting world<\/a>. The ballistic performance of that round enables shooters to get on-target.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large no-blowout\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1475\" height=\"352\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-5.jpg\" alt=\"This photo shows the rifle the author used to answer the question how far can you shoot with iron sights.\" class=\"wp-image-9897\" title=\"how far can you shoot with iron sights\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-5.jpg 1475w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-5-800x191.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-5-400x95.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-5-768x183.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1475px) 100vw, 1475px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Loaded M1A offers you a great deal of performance in an appealing\u00a0package. It helps to answer the question: how far can you shoot with iron sights?<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The M1A Loaded 6.5 Creedmoor is more than capable with its high muzzle velocity and low recoil for the accurate shot. Right out of the box, my rifle\u2019s iron sights were spot on.<\/p>\n<div class=\"newsletter inline\">\n<div class=\"newsletter-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" style=\"display: none;\" class=\"logo-tal-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/themes\/thearmorylife\/img\/logo-tal-tm-icon.svg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Live The Armory Life.<\/strong> The latest content straight to your inbox plus an automatic entry to each of our <a class=\"ajax-giveaways\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/giveaways\/\"><strong>monthly gun\u00a0giveaways!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Zero the Sight<\/h2>\n<p>Just like a mounted scope, your iron sights need to be zeroed in properly. First, you need to understand the type of sight you\u2019re using. The front sight on the 6.5 Creedmoor is a National Match .062 post. The rear is a NM Grade Non-Hooded Aperture .0520, Adjustable, \u00bd MOA windage and 1 MOA elevation. Knowing your barrel length is important, too. Here are the specs on the M1A 6.5 Creedmoor Loaded\u2019s barrel: 22\u2033, 4-Groove, 1:8 RH twist, stainless steel National Match medium weight.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large no-blowout flush\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1050\" height=\"1400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-6.jpg\" alt=\"In this photo, we see the writer aiming the rifle from a prone position on the shooting range. He is wearing a hearing protection device over his ears to protect himself from hazardous noise associated with firearms.\" class=\"wp-image-9898\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-6.jpg 1050w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-6-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-6-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/article-long-range-shooting-with-irons-6-768x1024.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The author was really impressed with how the M1A Loaded Precision rifle shot on the range with just the\u00a0irons.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Pro Tip: It\u2019s always good to have a spotter working with you. This makes for quicker adjustments as you push the target farther and farther out.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s Note: Be sure to check out The Armory Life Forum, where you can comment about our daily articles, as well as just talk guns and gear. Click the \u201cGo To Forum Thread\u201d link below to jump in!<\/em><\/p>\n<h5 class=\"heading heading-forum-thread hide-share\"><span>Join the Discussion<\/span><\/h5>\n<p class=\"forum-thread-button-wrapper hide-share\"><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/forum\/threads\/2154\/\">Go to forum thread<\/a><\/p>\n<h5 class=\"heading heading-featured hide-share\"><span>Featured in this video<\/span><\/h5>\n<section class=\"featured hide-share grid-two\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"product series-m1a \" href=\"https:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/m1a-series-rifles\/m1a-loaded-rifles\/m1a-loaded-precision-65-creedmoor-rifle-desert-fde\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"caliber\"><span class=\"cal-65creedmoor\">6.5<sup>Creedmoor<\/sup><\/span><\/span>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/MP9820C65.png\" alt=\"M1A\u2122 Loaded Precision\"\/>&#13;<\/p>\n<h3>M1A\u2122 <span>Loaded Precision<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"product series-other \" href=\"https:\/\/fortscottmunitions.com\/collections\/rifle-ammunition\/CALIBER_6-5-CREEDMOOR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"caliber\"><span class=\"cal-\"\/><\/span>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0; max-width: 50%;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/product-fort-scott-munitions-65-creedmoor.jpg\" alt=\"Fort Scott Munitions 6.5 Creedmoor\"\/>&#13;<\/p>\n<h3>Fort Scott Munitions <span>6.5 Creedmoor<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&#13;<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/section>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thearmorylife.com\/long-range-shooting-with-irons\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Richard Wilkins With today\u2019s technological advancements, shooting long range accurately and efficiently is becoming easier and easier. 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