July 31st 2021
Keith Glasscock is a respected wind coach and one of America’s top F-Class shooters. Keith Glasscock, a High Master, finished second at the 2021 NRA F-Class Long Range Championship F-Open division. He was also second at the 2020 Nationals. He finished tied with Pat Scully, F-Open winner, on points but with fewer numbers. He was also second at the 2019 Nationals. His consistency is unmatched, which means that he knows the secrets to long-range wind calling and loading extremely accurate ammo.
Keith has a YouTube Channel that features new content every week. Keith offers 60+ videos on Keith’s Winning in the Wind channel. They cover a variety of topics such as wind reading, reloading and component selection. Today’s Video Showcase features four of our favorite Keith Glasscock videos. Each video contains important points that will benefit all competitive rifle shooters, no matter if you shoot 100-yard fun matches, compete at the National Level in F Class, LR Benchrest or Palma or High Power.
How to find (and fine-tune) the right seating depth
This is Keith’s most-watched video. Keith is an expert at finding the right seating depth for each barrel to maximize accuracy. For three shots, he is able to achieve groups in the high Ones. This would be great for a benchrest cartridge. But Keith is doing it with a.284 Winchester, which has more recoil. This video is a must-see if you shoot F-TR, F-Open, or PRS.
How to Lower Your ES/SD and Reduce Vertical in the Long Range
This is Keith’s first video of a series about how to improve precision, accuracy, long range groups, and precision by reducing velocity extreme spread (ES) or standard deviation (SD). Multiple processes are required to achieve the lowest ES. These include precision powder weighing and careful seating. Brass annealing is also necessary. Bullet selection is another factor. Bullet diameter and shape may vary between bullets with the same nominal caliber or weight class. You may be able to get higher accuracy and lower ES by using a different bullet brand. We found that bullet diameters of the same caliber can vary by as much as.0008? (eight tenths). Some barrels prefer the heavier bullets, while others may prefer the thinner bullets.
How to Find the Bullet-to-Rifling Touchpoint
Before you load a new rifle, you must know the point at the bullet in a loaded cartridge will touch the rifling. This will be your base to ogive measurement. Beyond this point, you are “in to the lands”. You are “jumping” your bullets if you load less than the base-to-ogive length. Some combos of bullets/cartridges shoot better in the lands. However, you can also use other bullets or cartridges to jump. It is a good idea to jump your bullets with certain disciplines, as you might have to unload a chambered cartridge while on the firing line. Keith demonstrates a variety of methods to determine “length from lands” with repeatable precision.
Review and Field Test of the SEB MiniX Coaxial Front Rest
Keith’s YouTube Channel does not focus on gear reviews, but Keith does talk about the products he uses and likes. This video. Keith reviews the SEB Mini-X coaxial tripod rest, which is the latest from SEB Rests. The Mini-X allows for fast, precise elevation and windage adjustments with the joystick controller. It is easier to pack and move than a heavy front rest like a SEB NEO, Farley, or Farley. The new Mini-X has improved foot controls, making it easier to level the rest on uneven terrain. See our SEB MiniX Report for more information. Similar Posts:
Tags: ES & SD, F-Open Keith Glasscock Seating Depth SEB Mini-X Wind Reading, Winning In the Wind
