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Complete .50-Caliber Sniper Course : Hard-Target Interdiction Paperback – March 15, 2000

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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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Paperback: 576 pages
Publisher: Paladin Press (March 15, 2000)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1581600682
ISBN-13: 978-1581600681
Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 1.4 x 11 inches
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Average Customer Review: 13 customer reviews
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Why did I not know about this book before???

Bykcwccon April 26, 2014

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This book is the s***! I can't believe I didn't know about it before. Sure, it's geared for the heavy weapon but the information on ballistics and corrections is transferable. This is an advanced book but not beyond anyone with an interest's reach...it should not be your only book on the subject but it should be in the library of every long range riflemen....civilian, LE or military. This is a BIG book...it can also serve as light body armor so keep it in your backpack while out on the range.

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The book had a lot of information that any rifle ...

ByMark Zaboynikon December 14, 2016

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The book had a lot of information that any rifle shooter could use. I use it as review from training that I received earlier.

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Complete indeed

ByNorbert Poppeon January 11, 2013

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For those who are not satisfied with less than the most minute and complete detail! Almost a hands-on experience! Too bad it has not been updated after +/- 2001.

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Five Stars

ByK. D. Petticordon May 21, 2015

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Great book!

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A great resource for long distance shooting

ByAmazon Customeron February 5, 2001

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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.

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Hard-Target Interdiction

ByAmazon Customeron December 13, 2000

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The book contains a lot of information, much of it good background info and a good read for people with an interest in the subject matter. However, I would be careful about characterizing the work as a "Complete .50 Caliber Sniper Course" or anything approaching a "Hard-Target Interdiction" protocol. It is neither, in my view.
Anyone having with so-called "designated marksman" experience(using current politically correct language)knows full well that there is no one as necessarily self-confident and as self-reliant as the sniper. These attributes alone preclude the application the "cookie-cutter" or "formula" approach taken in the book.
As regards interdiction, the effort will be short-lived and unsuccessful given a presumption of an untalented target. In the real world, combatants are often relatively equally resolved, talented, and eqipped and success and failure are separated only by a greater level of paranoia and prevailing circumstances, with the target having the home town advantage. A successful effort, followed by an unsuccessful evasion (capture), may be expected to result in the sniper's swift execution and an unsuccessful mission.
The real world is a cold and harsh one. That which is needed to survive in the world into which the author takes his reader cannot be taught the way he strives to teach it and success and survival cannot be achieved with the insights and tools he provides.
Read the book, enjoy it for what it is - a good read on a subject that is, for most, an esoteric one in which many have an interest and there isn't too much around to read.

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A MUST BUY!

ByA customeron July 15, 2000

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If you are interested in long range shooting and you like ballistics, GET THIS BOOK! I am in the process of moving up from a light-class system to a medium/heavy-class system, and this book had ALL the information I needed to get started. As for the use of theodolites versus lasers, I disagree with "Bragg"! I know from personal experience that lasers are very easy to detect on the modern battlefield. I'm looking forward to learning more about the use of a theodolite as supposed to a laser on longer distances. If you have any questions about this review or related topics feel free to e-mail me:
ballistics@usa.com

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Very good, but contains some mathematical errors.

ByA customeron December 23, 2002

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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).

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Published 6 months ago by Doug Jones

Do a little research on author Dean Michaelis

Google Dean Michaelis to find out more about the author. I have read the book but after reading about the things this author has done to others in the shooting community, his...Read more

Published on November 14, 2013 by Clardon Gustafson

To: The reader from Ft. Bragg

First, did you read the book, or is this purely a personal opinion. I would invite you to contact me to discuss your opinion.Read more

Published on March 14, 2000 by triggerfifty@specialoperations.com

Completly Wrong

This book is obviously the work of someone who has never ever deployed as an real sniper who had to use the heavy system in the real world.Read more

Published on March 9, 2000

A Must Have Book for any 50 Cal Owner

Great book with a lot of information detailing the history of the 50 in HTI role, as well as numerous technical features related to repeatable accuracy.Read more

Published on March 8, 2000 by Andy Albert

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