LPVO Class 6APR24

In recent years, the development of smaller, lighter, and more durable variable power scopes has challenged the traditional notion that scopes can only be used for long range, and are unsuitable for close range moving and shooting. Simultaneously, carbines used to be considered good for 200-300 meters, but with the advantages of variable magnification, you can accurately hit targets out to 600 meters.

In this specialty seminar let’s understand the unique niche that the Low Power Variable Optic holds in the modern age of sporting and combat weapons, allowing users to shoot faster, and farther greatly extending a carbine’s flexibility and precision while still maintaining light weight, a low profile, and good close range weapons handling.  

Learn how to maximize the strengths of your new LPVO scope, while mitigating and overcoming it’s shortcomings. Gather specific tips on zeroing, range estimation, reticle selection, and engaging targets both near and far. 

Prerequisite:

You must have prior safe weapons handling experience to attend this seminar. 

Topics: 

Design philosophy of lightweight low power variable scopes
What makes a successful combat optic?
Basic overview of function and capabilities
Proper mounting and leveling
Eye relief
Diopter adjustment
Parallax
Using the reticle to range and shoot farther targets
First focal plane vs. Second focal plane
Backup sights and piggyback red dots
How much magnification do I need? 
Tall mounts vs. regular height mounts
Proper zeroing procedure
Minutes of angle and Milliradians
Holdovers and holdunders
Fast wind estimation
Low light considerations
Realistic and theoretical effective ranges
High stress shooting and moving drills from 0-600 meters

Schedule: 

8:45 am Setup, issue out ammo and weapons 
9:00 am Safety brief and theory
12:00 noon Low intensity dry practice and slow live fire to learn new technical skills
3:00 pm High intensity, high round count moving and shooting drills
5:00 pm Debrief, clean up, go home 

Location:

Our facility is in the mountains 1 hour east of San Jose, 1 hour south from Livermore. Detail directions will be emailed to those who sign up. If you are inexperienced in driving mountain roads, give yourself 2 hours to make the trip.

Packing list: 

Sturdy boots
Wool socks
Extra socks in plastic bag
Sturdy pants
Belt
Layer garments so you can adjust for cold, wet, or warm weather
Hat
Ballistic helmet optional
Rifle rated body armor optional
Chest rig, plate carrier, or magazine carrier. We have loaners.
Rifle, any caliber (school can provide weapons free of charge, contact us for info)
4+ magazines
240 rounds of ammunition
Cleaning kit with oil, rag, toothbrush
Eye protection
Ear protection 
Tools for mounting and adjusting sights
Sling
1 gallon of water
Salty snacks and bag lunch