Iron Lady: Learn Iron Sights to Master Marksmanship

A close up of the sight on a rifle

Iron Lady: Learn Iron Sights to Master Marksmanship – NRA Women.com Riflescopes and electro-optics are great, but iron sights are fundamental. I remember growing up reading the adventures of Elmer Keith, Jack O’Conner and Earnest Hemingway. I remember reading about the exotic African hunts of W.D. Bell, Fredrick Selous and Robert Ruark hunting alongside Harry…

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The 5 Fundamentals of Rifle and Pistol Shooting

A woman is holding a rifle and aiming it.

The 5 Fundamentals of Rifle and Pistol Shooting – NRA Women.com When you can recognize why your bullet did not hit where you intended, and then identify what you did wrong, you are on your way to becoming a proficient shooter. I conduct a lot of NRA Firearms Training courses. Many of my students are not avid…

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Power Grab: Understanding Riflescope Basics

A black rifle scope with blue lens and a white dot.

Power Grab: Understanding Riflescope Basics – NRA Women.com You can’t shoot what you can’t see! Knowing the terminology is the first step in selecting the proper riflescope for your situation. Many of today’s shooters put as much thought in their sighting systems or optics as they do their firearm. When it comes to rifles, telegraphic…

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Sighting-In Your Hunting Rifle Simply & Swiftly

A girl is holding a rifle and aiming it.

Sighting-In Your Hunting Rifle Simply & Swiftly – NRA Women.com Properly sighting-in is a critical step to ensure a successful hunt … the good news is that it’s easy to do. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on September 7, 2021 Going to the range and sighting-in your rifle is one of the most important things you can…

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