Carlos Hathcock 400 Yard Scope Shot

watch: carlos hathcock 400 yard scope shot

We attempt to recreate a famous shot from Marine Corps Sniper, Carlos Hathcock, by putting a round through a riflescope from 4 football fields away. Long-range shooting instructor and MDT Pro, Andy Slade, gives it a shot with his precision rifle. Watch the video to see if it’s a myth or “confirmed”.

THE GEAR

Check out the gear we highlighted in the video.

MDT acc premier chassis system

mdt single pull ckye-pod

mdt 6br metal magazine

mdt comp brake

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