This is the ultimate breakdown of modern precision rifle cartridges and rifle setups from a shooter who lives this stuff every single day. In this episode, Dan Bertocchini explains what actually works in PRS, NRL Hunter, field matches, hunting, and real duty use.
No hype, no myths, just real world knowledge backed by years of competition experience and thousands of rounds fired. This series is proudly sponsored by Leupold, the optics trusted by shooters who demand absolute consistency every single day.You will learn why consistency beats raw speed, which calibers are dominating the precision world, and how cartridges like the 6 Dasher, 6 GT, 25 Creed, 6.5 Creedmoor, and 6.5×47 stack up in real conditions.
You will also see what matters most in a precision rifle build including optics, mounts, barrels, actions, triggers, brakes, suppressors, bipods, bags, chronographs, ballistics calculators, and more.
Since optics are one of the most critical parts of long range performance, Dan highlights why he relies on Leupold glass for tracking reliability, clarity, and repeatable adjustments under match pressure. When your entire hit depends on a tiny movement inside your scope, consistency is everything.
This episode sets the foundation for the rest of the series by giving you the fundamentals of long range accuracy and reliable performance so you can hit more targets with confidence. If you want to compete, hunt, train, or improve your long range shooting skills, this is your starting point.
Big congratulations to Dan for finishing 3rd in Production at the 2025 PRS Final!
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