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When perpetrators are intent on harming hostages, only a dynamic, well orchestrated response by the rescue team will spare victims' lives. Because the sniper is the backbone of every tactical unit, advanced sniper training is critical. Sniper skills must constantly be refreshed through frequent practice and training. Learn about the latest in sniper training, technology and psychology. Witness a rare demonstration of the awesome firepower of a .50 caliber rifle. Find out how sniper teams hone their shooting skills for real world operations. Every volume of the Train Hard Fight Easy video series is loaded with the newest state of the art training tactics presented by world class instructors. This action series is a close up look at how elite tactical units train for law enforcement and SPECWAR missions. This series and video will keep you on the edge of your seat and fired up for the next video volume.

Premier sniping authority John Plaster redefines "ultimate" in this long awaited sequel to his landmark book and video The Ultimate Sniper. Beginning at the prestigious Gunsite Training Center, Plaster first gives you an inside look at the state of the art in sniping equipment with graphic demonstrations of laser range finders, suppressed weapons, ultra-long-range .50 caliber sniper rifles and the latest generation of night vision technology. He then takes you to the rugged Rocky Mountains and the tundra of the frozen north for advanced lessons in sniper tactics and fieldcraft, including never before seen instruction in the techniques of winter sniping and cold weather warfare. This is a graduate course in sniper warfare and must viewing for every serious student of the sniper's craft.

When Carlos Hathcock talks about sniping, it's not theory, it's experience. He is the most accomplished sniper of the Vietnam War ( with 93 confirmed kills and "gobs of probables"), founder of the acclaimed U.S.M.C. sniper school at Quantico and a military / police sniping instructor with decades of experience. Hathcock describes his most famous engagements, including the heralded five day standoff with a company of Vietcong and his unparalleled 2,500 yard confirmed kill with a .50 caliber rifle, and offers his unique insights on the differences between sniper training for military and police S.W.A.T. teams, the most important skill for a sniper, city vs. country boys as snipers, foolproof ways to motivate your men, shot placement, the importance of patience, how to use concealment and camouflage, proven practice techniques, target selection and much more.

Whether it's a tense hostage situation in an American city or an enemy leader who needs to be terminated in a war zone, police and military snipers are called upon as the ultimate force in modern tactical operations. Pro Sniper takes you inside the special world of these elite officers and soldiers. You'll receive training, deployment, and marksmanship tips from SEAL, SWAT, and other top snipers. You'll walk through the unique missions of police and military snipers while experts highlight the vital differences between each. You'll get a guided tour of the SEAL armory and its special .50 caliber sniper rifles. Finally, you'll get a behind the scenes look at a little known sniper competition, pitting the world's best sniper teams against each other in a test of their skills under physically and mentally stressful conditions.

In this program G. David Tubb details and describes the equipment needed to execute pinpoint accuracy at 50 to 200 yards. You'll learn how to utilize ammunition, scope and trigger control to be able to hit a quarter at 50 yards. Tubb demonstrates a revolutionary sling technique and three different shooting positions. If you want to shoot with precision at realistic law enforcement distances, this program is an excellent resource and an exceptional training aid.

The Ultimate Rifleman features one of America's foremost authorities on marksmanship; Major John Plaster, author of the best selling book, The Ultimate Sniper. Let the Gunsite Training Center take you into a world that will prepare you to take that one perfect shot. Whether to bag the trophy of a lifetime or to save an innocent life, this instruction is to prepare you for that moment when it all comes down to one squeeze of the trigger. Fire an arsenal of the most impressive rifles in the world, discover how to master your scope in any lighting situation, find out how bullet performance affects accuracy, learn how the elements of wind, rain , humidity and temperature can affect your shot. Crammed with facts, lore, and lessons learned the hard way, this video is certain to improve your skill at riflery.

Now, you can receive dramatic visual lessons and master instruction that complement John Plaster's premier book on military and police sniping, The Ultimate Sniper. Plaster teaches you all areas of fieldcraft, marksmanship and tactics, including a review of the best weapons, optics and field gear; practical shooting drills; wind and range estimation techniques; effective use of camouflage and much much more. Hathcock, in his first appearance on film, recounts some of the field tested tactics he used in Vietnam. This exclusive footage tells of his 5 day engagement with an enemy company, his countersniping duels with enemy snipers, and his longest recorded sniper shot, plus his thoughts on maintaining focus, the importance of patience and his personal philosophy on the art of sniping.

In this istructional video, military experts show you the most effective secrets to stay invisible in the wilderness. Whether your interest is hunting, wildlife watching, photography or general concealment, it's all here in this richly informative video of camouflage.

Learn how to: fabricate three types of ' combat effective ' gillie (sniper) suits. Move through vegetaion in a low crawl or sniper crawl. Properly camouflage your face and conceal your equipment.

These camouflage systems will allow you to remain unseen, even at close quarters, in a wide range of natural enviroments, from the desert to the grasslands to the varied bush enviroments and the dark greens of a forest. These are the techniques employed and taught by our most effective military units. With them, you'll achieve the highest level of camoflauge effectiveness.

SEAL Sniper is a serious action / instructional for the professional marksman, delving into the usefulness of coordinated rifle fire in support of a tactical team. Actual SEAL Snipers demonstrate amphibious insertion, camouflage, stealth movement and live fire tactical assaults incorporating multiple sniper teams. Study ambush tactics involving semi-auto sniper fire. Witness battlefield demonstrations of the new Stoner SR-25 and M40A2-S sniper rifles. Learn how to use Mil Dot reticle. Finally, go onto an actual SEAL sniper range and get pointers from the sniper coach. Real SEAL's, live fire, every shot going down the wire

Features recent combat veteran U.S.M.C Scout/Snipers as they discuss and re-enact their most dangerous missions. "One Shot One Kill" studies the newest sniper rifles, explosive ammunition and tactics. In this exciting action/training video you will: Fire an authentic M40A-1 and see how it compares to the British SAS AW rifle; Learn USMC tactics in combat scenarios based on real ( and classified ) situations; Find out why the secret Raufoss Round is the most effective sniper ammo ever ! Crammed with facts, USMC lore, and combat lessons learned the hard way, this video is certain to increase your knowledge of sniping and the USMC Scout/Sniper program.

For the special operations warrior, hunter, or outdoorsman, the ability to camouflage himself effectively can often mean the difference between failure and success, or between dying and surviving. For professionals seeking the ultimate in camouflage, there is only one choice: The Ghillie suit. Originally developed by Scottish game keepers against poachers, the ghillie suit consists of a base garment covered with an assortment of burlap strips and strands. When arranged to duplicate the randomness of nature, the burlap forms a three dimensional camouflage that allows the wearer to literally melt into the surrounding foliage. In this groundbreaking video, expert ghillie suit craftsman Tom Forbes teaches you how to make four different types of ghillie suit for a fraction of the cost of expensive commercial suits and teaches you the secrets of making custom concealment accessories to produce a state of the art camouflage kit.

Gunnery Sergeant Carlos N. Hathcock II, USMC (retired) is recognized as our nation's ultimate Scout Sniper. His feats with a rifle are legendary. His heroism has been rarely matched. Yet, many wish to know more about the man himself. Who is this world champion rifleman who in war destroyed his enemies with unmatched efficiency? Where did he come from, and what else did he do in life? Because Carlos Hathcock has cooperated in the preparation of this book, we are able to answer or display almost anything anyone could reasonably wonder about. This book includes personal photographs and a pictorial history of Hathcock as recorded through the lenses of other photographers. His history is tracked from birth to today, and Hathcock's thoughts and memories are reformed into vivid descriptions of his wars and his actions.

In the Complete Book of U.S. Sniping, Peter Senich combines two earlier works, Limited War Sniping and the Pictorial History of U.S. Sniping, and adds updated information to create a comprehensive volume that traces American Sniping material from its infancy to the sophisticated systems used today. With over 365 photos, Senich documents the chronological development of the U.S. Army and Marine Corps sniper arms. From the Civil War era through the Vietnamese conflict, where first class sniper training clearly demonstrated the value of precision marksmanship, this definitive volume covers it all.

This hands-on manual walks the shooter through every step required to become a true long-range marksman, from understanding minute-of-angle principles and selecting a rifle, caliber and cartridge to mounting and zeroing a scope, estimating wind values, dealing with mirage, understanding bore sighting, selecting and using iron sights, shooting with a variety of slings, performing preventive maintenance on your rifle and using range finders. Includes scope adjustment charts for a long list of rounds

The Vietnam War marked the first time the the U.S. military brought together trained snipers, custom rifles, telescopic sights, special ammunition and noise suppressors and employed them successfully in a combat environment. Yet contemporary works on the Vietnam conflict have largely ignored the unprecedented use of snipers and sniping equipment. This work focuses on a small but significant aspect of modern military history. It concentrates primarily on the army sniper program, the circumstances behind the fielding of the XM21 sniper rifle and Adjustable Ranging Telescope developed for use in Vietnam, as well as the combat application of sound suppression devices for rifles and special carbines. This is the most complete report on Vietnam era sniping ever documented.

Mike Lau's landmark book starts with two in-depth chapters on the evolution to date of the U.S. Marine Coprs Scout/Sniper Rifle (the M40A1) and the U.S. Army Scout-Sniper Rifle (the M24). Immediately following is an authoritative chapter on the "The long arm of the law"... the tactical rifle for today's police sniper. Then appears a series of successive chapters dealing with subjects of importance to today's profesional tactical shooter... The custom sniper rifle and telescopes... terminal ballistics... internal ballistics... the development of 7.62 x 51mm sniper cartridge... comparison of the .308 Winchester, 5.56mm/.223, .338 Lapua .50 BMG and others... external ballistics... range estimation and sight adjustment.. uphill and downhill shooting... wind reading and sight adjustment... moving targets... managing the log/data book... tactical scenarios... (and) the sniper match.

Noted weapons expert Duncan Long describes the .22 LR, single shot, bolt action, semiautomatic and large caliber rifles that can be used for sniping purposes, including the U.S. M21, Ruger Mini-14, AUG and KH-94SG1. These and other models are evaluated on the basis of their features, accuracy, reliability and handiness in the field. The author also looks at the best scopes, ammunition and accessories.

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