Precision rifle shooting (PRS) takes serious skill and dedication. If you’re going to shoot PRS you need patience, calm, and solid gear. We can’t deliver patience or calm, but we have some suggestions for excellent gear to give you or the PRS shooter in your life an edge behind the rifle. Check out our top five gifts for PRS shooters, and feel free to add your own ideas in the comments section.
1. Armageddon Gear Game Changer
Sandbag choices matter when you’re shooting for superior precision because you must have a rock-solid foundation for your gun. One of the most favored sandbags in the precision world is the Armageddon Gear Game Changer. This sandbag was created to be a stable foundation regardless of the surface a shooter is required to balance their rifle on whether it’s fenceposts or window frames. And, thanks to the polymer pellets that fill it, this bag really does an impressive job of forming itself firmly against a variety of surfaces.
Armageddon Gear makes this bag available with either standard fill or Git Lite fill, the latter of which is meant for shooters in need of a lighter fill in their sandbag. It’s made with a Multicam, Ranger Green, or Coyote Brown material (although the company also makes Surprise Me! an option, so you can always give that a shot). The Game Changer is six inches wide, nine inches long, and seven inches tall. It has carry handles made from rugged webbing and hook and loop-lined straps so it can be attached to your rifle in various ways. Oh, and it has a zippered compartment so you can change the filling as needed.
2. MDT-CKYE POD Gen 2 Single Pull Short/PRS Bipod
It probably comes as no surprise that the bipod on your rifle makes a big difference down-range. The MDT-CKYE POD Gen 2 Single Pull Short/PRS Bipod is not just any bipod, it’s one made with all the features and capabilities prized by precision shooters (so if you’re not a PRS shooter but want that impressive precision, pay attention).
This MDT bipod offers one-handed adjustments so you aren’t forced to take both hands off the gun just to move the bipod. It is tumble deburred for a smoother feel and, as the Gen 2 model, has a lockable pan and cant adjustments. The bipod has three locking positions and is height adjustable from 4.5 inches to 15.5 inches (leg height adjustments are also independent). It also has 170° cant, 360° pan, and a barricade stop. This specific model has a spiked claw for greater traction and has a starting weight of 21 ounces which can change depending on the inclusion or exclusion of certain features.
3. Leica PRS 5-30X56i, L-4a
When it comes right down to it, it’s better to invest in high-end optics before worrying about putting more money into the rifle itself. After all, if you can’t see the target clearly without heat mirage or other issues, the quality of your gun isn’t going to help much. The Leica PRS 5-30x56i L-4a is designed specifically to meet the needs of PRS shooters. It’s a first focal plane optic with a Christmas Tree reticle, so it offers the ability to make adjustments as needed to get on target fast and stay there.
This Leica optic is marketed by the optic maker as the first of its kind, thanks to its fantastic elevation range (32 MRAD of elevation correction). It has a front lens diameter of 56mm, magnification between 5x and 30x, and eye relief greater than 90mm. Leica states its light transmission is more than 90%, which means a lot when you’re trying to visualize targets in varying light and at different times of day. This optic is parallax adjustable. It measures 14.37 inches in length and weighs 36.3 ounces.
4. Timney Triggers Ruger Precision Rifle Trigger
In some ways, this is more a statement of an excellent manufacturer than a specific trigger. Timney Triggers is well known for their impressively designed triggers that perform to exceptional levels. The Timney Triggers Ruger Precision Rifle trigger is yet another example of the company’s dedication to greatness. This trigger is specifically meant for the RPR Rimfire, but it’s worth noting you should check out their entire lineup to see what’s available for your rifle.
The Ruger Precision Rifle trigger is a two-stage trigger that’s offered with either a curved shoe or a straight shoe, so you can decide which better suits your needs. Timney sets the trigger pull weight at 0.5 pounds for the first stage and 0.5 to 2.0 pounds for the second stage, the latter of which you select when ordering. This is a drop-in-style trigger that’s incredibly easy to install with results that are evident immediately. Timney’s triggers offer glass rod crisp breaks and tactile resets, which are just some of the things that set them apart from others
5. Leupold BX-5 Santiam HD 15x56mm
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You need well-made binoculars to check targets whether you’re zeroing an optic, testing handloads, or shooting for precision. The Leupold BX-5 Santiam HD 15x56mm binos are made for a crystal clear view, fantastic field vision, and superior target identification. As you might have guessed the HD in their name stands for high definition, something Leupold helps along with lens coatings to keep them smudge- and scratch-resistant. These binos are made to perform regardless of the terrain or weather so you can keep shooting precisely whether it’s a fair weather day or not.
Features of the Leupold BX-5 Santiam HD 15x56mm binos include waterproof and fogproof performance thanks to gas blend and seals, open bridge roof prism design, and tripod ready capabilities. These binos also offer impressive light transmission, glare reduction, and tolerance of extreme climates. Leupold lists them as being capable of handling -40º F to 160° F, which is quite a broad temperature range. They measure 8.2 inches in length, have a close-focus distance of 9.8 feet, and a magnification of 15x. Overall weight is 45 ounces. And, of course, they’re backed by Leupold’s lifetime guarantee.
PRS Shooters and Their Gear
PRS is a demanding sport. If you participate, you can consider yourself part of a special class of serious shooters. Getting the results you want on target requires not only a lot of practice and skill but also using quality gear. If you’re wondering why ammo isn’t on this list, it’s partly due to the incredible number of PRS shooters who handload. You can find some excellent factory loads as well. If you want to shoot PRS and you’re not sure where to start, just find a decent rifle, invest in solid optics, and go from there. You’re shooting PRS to have fun in a very precise manner. Enjoy the process.
