Precision Rifle Fire, an equipment based solution mindset

The second part to John Mosby's question, "Where is this SDM and Sniper thing going" requires a look at capabilities and effects.

The most skilled sniper on the team doesn't pull the trigger. The most skilled sniper does everything else, calculates bullet drop, windage, the ballistic arc to confirm loophole placement, the angle of the shot, correction for altitude, humidity, and temperature. All of these considerations get plugged into either a calculator or referenced against a DOPE (Date On Previous Engagement) book to ensure that the first round down range hits the intended target.

Lets think about all the factors that affect that bullet.
Muzzle Velocity, which depends on
- Temperature
- Bore Condition
Atmospheric Density, which depends on
- Altitude
- Pressure
- Temperature
Wind Deflection
Rotation of the Earth

Now think about all the things that we can control, or things we can gain some extra measure of control over.

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