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Old 01-29-2015 | 01:19 PM
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Ridge Runner
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Originally Posted by DJfan
Forgive this rookie, but what is BC?

Also, if you could address some of the other technical terms, I know I would appreciate it. I live in elk country, but have arthritis in my hips, so long shots are necessary. I have wanted to get into long range shooting.

Thanks for any time on this.
BC = Ballistic coefficient, basicly a comparative measurement that tells you how well a given bullet slips though the air, the higher the number the better it resists air, have shot bullets with a BC of .84, ungodly the way they fly and retain energy

MOA minute of angle, a unit angular of measurement equal to 1/60th of 1 degree, it actually equals 1.0473" per 100 yards of range, as you train your mind to think in terms of moa instead of inches of drop, it gets easier
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