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The topic that started it all. The Marksmanship category contains all discussions about the art and science of employing the rifle.
A Marksman’s Guide to the Kneeling Position
Kneeling is a moderately stable position, being better than standing but not as good as sitting or prone. It's the go-to when mobility is the priority, though.
A Marksman’s Guide to the Prone Position
The prone position is the bread and butter of a skilled rifleman. It is the most stable position you can get using only your own body. When you attend any shooting school, you're going to spend a lot of time in the prone. But it's not without its limitations. Let's take a good look at the most classic of rifle shooting positions.
What is Shooting Nose to Charging Handle, and Why?
You can't read any discussion about proper head position when shooting an AR-15 platform rifle without coming across the acronym “NTCH,” which stands for Nose To Charging Handle. Some proudly declare that shooting NTCH is the only "proper" way to fire an AR-15.