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To: WTSherman who wrote (288)	10/11/2002 6:31:47 PM
From: TimF	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 2746

I wouldn't call myself an expert marksman but I can say that I couldn't hit anything other then maybe a hillside at 600 yards with an M-16. I think high percentage head shots at 600 yards using 5.56mm (.223) ammo isn't likely even for a well trained sniper. And if you really have an expert and experienced sniper they would just use something heavier if they needed to hit at that distance. Tim

To: WTSherman who wrote (288)	10/11/2002 6:42:37 PM
From: Cage Rattler	Respond to of 2746

Good point -- the better the shooter the more he practices. With an experienced shooter however, that practice need not be at the actual shooting distance nor with the weapon to be used. Breath and trigger control, two key components, can be practiced and maintained with .22 or even air rifles at much closer distances. :^) gotta run.

To: WTSherman who wrote (288)	10/11/2002 6:50:29 PM
From: dannobee	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 2746

Not necessarily. You don't "forget" or need to keep practicing to keep these skills current at this level. The training could have occurred at any point in the guy's lifetime. A fairly accurate weapon (obviously sighted in correctly), a decent scope, and controlled breathing would be all that's required. Even over-the-counter ammo is sufficient up to at least 250 yds (500 yds would be seriously pushing the envelope of a .223, given the size of the target). Anything beyond that takes more effort on the shooter's part, and maybe a commercially available rangefinder for ultimate accuracy, but not necessarily better shooting equipment or ammo.

To: WTSherman who wrote (288)	10/11/2002 7:22:32 PM
From: GROUND ZERO™	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 2746

A scope may be used... GZ