Nowhere are the big guns covered in more detail. Before Sgt. First Class Dean Michaelis (Ret.) wrote the book on sniping, he wrote a first-of-its-kind program of instruction for the Special Operations Target Interdiction Course. A member of the 1st Special Forces Group, he taught students everything they needed to know to succeed and survive. Now he brings that information to you, covering every aspect of the sniper's art: the history, equipment, skills and missions. He also includes reproducible forms, a military-issue .50-caliber cartridge tip color guide and his exclusive Program of Instruction for Special Operations Hard-Target Interdiction Course. An invaluable resource for military and civilian shooters alike.
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25 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
A great resource for long distance shooting,
This review is from: Complete .50-Caliber Sniper Course : Hard-Target Interdiction (Paperback)
I read this book primarily for two reasons: (1) learn how to adjust for all factors in order to be on target with the first shot in varying conditions and at varying distances not known in advance of ranging, and (2) get an idea of specific makes and configurations of long distance rifles, optics, and related equipment so that I could make an intelligent selection. This book has been remarkably good in these two areas. It does present the information you need to know to dial in your shot accurately and adjust for changes in temperature, altitude, distance, and so on before you take the first shot. I've been pleased with the results using Dean's book and data tables. I've also used his reviews of rifles and optics to make purchases that I've been happy with. If you have questions in any of these areas, this is a excellent book. Much of the book will be useful to you. The title does not fully reflect all the information contained in the book, though. It contains tons of useful information whether you shoot the big 50s or just 308s and 338s. As far as other parts of the book of interest to real snipers or wannabes, such as target selection, evasion, etc, I have no expertise to judge, although I found the chapters an interesting read. My personal theory of combat is "when they're in range, you're in range" and therefore I'd just as soon stick to shooting paper targets or fresh venison.
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Very good, but contains some mathematical errors.,
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This review is from: Complete .50-Caliber Sniper Course : Hard-Target Interdiction (Paperback)
This book is, overall, very good. The tactical and fieldcraft information is superb. Highly technical shooters should be aware that the information presented on "The Mil" on page 122 is erroneous. The correct values are: (1) There are 6283.2 mils in a complete circle; (2) 1 mil = 3.438 MOA; and (3)1 mil @ 100 yards = 3.600 inches. Use of Michaelis' values will put you off by 0.225 MOA (2 inches at 900 yards).
17 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
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To: The reader from Ft. Bragg,
This review is from: Complete .50-Caliber Sniper Course : Hard-Target Interdiction (Paperback)
First, did you read the book, or is this purely a personal opinion. I would invite you to contact me to discuss your opinion. The reality is that nearly ALL sniper instructors in the military, current and past, did NOT see combat experience. I have a pretty good idea who this is, but why don't you step up and put your name to your review like the others did?DM
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Hard-Target Interdiction, Eric Williams, Fort Bragg, United States, Winchester Magnum, Stevens Mark, World War, Naval Special Warfare, Fort Lewis, Marine Corps, Special Ball, Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Accuracy International, Skip Talbot, Apex Photographic, Fabrique Nationale, Navy Special Warfare, Ranger Battalion, Air Force, Earl Reddick, Keith Pagel, Lapua Magnum, Large Group, Night Ranger, River Valley Ordnance New!
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The history of HTI within special operations (SO) is a little sketchy at times. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Hard-Target Interdiction, Eric Williams, Fort Bragg, United States, Winchester Magnum, Stevens Mark, World War, Naval Special Warfare, Fort Lewis, Marine Corps, Special Ball, Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Accuracy International, Skip Talbot, Apex Photographic, Fabrique Nationale, Navy Special Warfare, Ranger Battalion, Air Force, Earl Reddick, Keith Pagel, Lapua Magnum, Large Group, Night Ranger, River Valley Ordnance New!
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- Special Operations (Limited) by David W Irvin on page 104, and Back Matter
- Sniper Training by U.S. Army in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
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