In this episode we continue on our 4 part series for laying the foundation to the fundamentals of marksmanship! Part 2: Preparing to take the shot! We are now on target and getting ready to shoot. How we prepare is more important than the act of pulling the trigger. Your results can be predicted, whether they are good or bad, by your attention and preparation. Focus more on preparing for the shot rather than just the hitting of the target and success will follow! W olf Pack Training Center Patre...
Oct 10, 2024•27 min•Ep. 209
In this episode we begin our revisit of the 4 part series for laying the foundation to the fundamentals of marksmanship! Part 1: The set up! It is where everything starts and where many things go wrong introducing error into the shot before you even get on the rifle to pull the trigger. Want to improve your shooting instantly? Pay attention to the small details that matter and it all starts here. W olf Pack Training Center Patreon Membership and Support - Patreon Membership Wolf Precision Custom...
Oct 01, 2024•41 min•Ep. 208
With hunting season coming, this is a great time to bring this back to the forefront. In this episode we start to discuss the upcoming series on the 4 pillars for laying the foundation to the fundamentals of marksmanship. We discuss the upcoming series and the fundamentals. It's art, it's science but at the core it's a solid foundation that is the building block to mastering the rifle. Take control and don't allow your foundation to be built on shaky ground. W olf Pack Training Center Patreon Me...
Sep 26, 2024•24 min•Ep. 207
There are many reasons why people undertake or pursue learning how to build and maintain their very own rifles. And it's not always just about the money or cost savings. The two other reasons are expediency and quality. And until now you you could only have two of the the three choice. Cheap, Fast Good If you want it fast and good, it's not going to be cheap. If you want cheap and fast, it's usually not going to be good. If you want it cheap and good, it's probably not going to be fast. The futu...
Sep 12, 2024•34 min•Ep. 206
The ACE in action, but not mentioned. This podcast is a mix of business, industry, the ACE and changes. We are proud of Derick and the work he has done. Derick was the first to ever hit the Cold Bore Shot Challenge and won the day at the Black Jack Challenge. Great job on both! Sadly, the ACE and Wolf Precision were edited from mention. That said, great job and both are great channels to watch. In this podcast we are also excited to have our new online store open and our 2025 shooting school dat...
Sep 05, 2024•29 min•Ep. 205
This is as much a business podcast as it is a shooting podcast. Our industry has so many secrets and back door dealings hidden from the public that at first glance seem, to most, harmless. But make no mistake, it is a back door that will eventually close many businesses in the firearms industry. I really recommend doing research when dealing with or looking for products from these industries and reward those who support our industry with your business. And, be sure to tell them the reason you ch...
Aug 29, 2024•32 min•Ep. 204
When talking about the magnums and 30 caliber hunting rifles, most accept the recoil delivered out of the box. Some think I am "anti-magnum" for this reason. I am not and really want to spread the word that if you are recoil sensitive or a younger shooter, you do not have to be anti-magnum either. There are many tricks to dropping the recoil and the big 30 calibers have huge range you can play with when it comes to manipulating these factors. The 300 PRC can be brought into line with the recoil ...
Aug 22, 2024•31 min•Ep. 203
We are diving into the 7mm calibers. Any chance you can get them to recoil in the enjoyable range of 0-10 Foot pounds of energy on the shooter? You bet, and we will explain how along with some other reasons why this so is important besides just recoil reduction. A really important and ofter overlooked tool is setting up your rifle to be able to self spot. We also answer a listeners question on properly adjusting your length of pull on your rifle. There are some challenges in getting this right a...
Aug 16, 2024•29 min•Ep. 202
Moving on to the 6.5 calibers in Magnums. This is where I think the divide starts with newer shooters starting to have either negative reactions to the shot or at least reducing the fun. That said, there are ways to make the bigger 6.5's more than capable of killing altmost any big game animal in the world without killing the sender in the process. We want to share some our experiences with you. Having shot a .264WM for years and have taken Elk with it. I can share with you all my positive exper...
Aug 08, 2024•30 min•Ep. 201
The 6.5 short action calibers...this is where most of the separation starts when it comes to the line in the sand for big game. In the US, it is considered unethical by some. In Europe, it is the number one moose caliber used. What is the difference? We will let you be the judge as we make the case as to why this is such a great caliber for new, young, or recoil sensitive shooters. It's about shot placement and the shooter's ability to reliably and repeatably put the bullet on the mark every tim...
Aug 01, 2024•36 min•Ep. 200
In this episode we dive into the 6mm calibers. Often thought of the next big step when growing a young or new shooter. This caliber is very capable for medium to big game given the right distance and bullet combo. Again, our focus is improving the accuracy of the shooter and the enjoyment of their experience with the rifle. Big news, we want to give something nice away for all those attending our Online Long Range Shooting School. This year we are going to give away a slot for our Oct 11-13 in p...
Jul 25, 2024•39 min•Ep. 199
So you want to shoot better? We start into the 22 Creedmoor and use our new rating system to run the numbers for you, the hunter or shooter. We also touch base on some new video hosting policies and introduce you to our new Wolf Pack. Thank you Ken A for a great rating system we are going to use. Please reach out to us for some really cool swag we would like to send your way. Caliber Rating Score Card in Foot Pounds of Recoil Energy Enjoyable: 1-10 ft-lbs Comfortable: 10-20 Uncomfortable: 20-30 ...
Jul 18, 2024•35 min•Ep. 198
I thought this was a great interview with Derick. It was not planned and not recorded to be one, but in the end Derick ask if he could post it. Of course, I said yes. Derick attended our shooting school in March of 2024 and purchased a custom rifle featuring the ACE from us last year. He is not only a great guy, but a Veteran and former Drill Sergeant. Both of which I have a lot of respect for. Derick was leaving on an invite to the Black Jack Challenge held by YouTuber Erik Cortina. He wanted t...
Jul 11, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 197
So let's talk numbers. Although I am going to share with you my opinions on all the different calibers going forward, the numbers never lie. In this episode I want to share with you a recoil calculator that I find to be an invaluable tool while trying to build a rifle, select your caliber or even when selecting a bullet. This tool gives you a chance to change just a couple little things and see the results you will get in both recoil energy and recoil velocity. And recoil velocity is never spoke...
Jun 20, 2024•32 min•Ep. 196
Setting the rules of the road. So, we are going to advocate going with the smallest caliber you think you can get by with. But how do you compare them? What are the parameters or measurements you would use to quantify or qualify the results to get an accurate comparison? This is how I am going to approach this and come up with a score. This is all with a baseline of comparison shooting a small .224 caliber like the .223 Rem, 222 Rem or 22 Hornet. Recoil Tolerance Score of 0-100: How many people ...
Jun 11, 2024•27 min•Ep. 195
Let's start small. At least as small as you can legally shoot for hunting in most states. We are going to kick this series off with the small .224 calibers you can choose from. The 22 Hornet, 222 Rem and the .223 Rem. This is not a list of ideas. This is a list of killing-capable calibers for deer- sized game and below. I know this from experience as my Grandfather and my family has hunted with the first two calibers for decades. Taking more deer than you could fit in a dump truck and as best I ...
May 30, 2024•27 min•Ep. 194
I want to share with you, from my humble opinion formed over nearly 2 decades of training people on the fundamentals of marksmanship, the #1 way to improve your shooting abilities, your groups and your shot placement. This really is the #1 way to hone and sharpen your fundamentals. Go with .................................! Wolf Precision Custom Rifles. www.wolfprecision.net Online Long Range Shooting School. https://www.wolfprecision.net/online-long-range-shooting-school.html...
May 23, 2024•27 min•Ep. 193
Legend has it that many sailors have been hypnotized by the sweet song of the sirens, causing them to crash their boats into rocks and land. But first, sailors need to venture into siren territory before the sweet sound can grace their ears and their hearts, luring them into a fate with reckless abandonment. We are shooters, not sailors, but the song is still sung for our ears and our hearts. It's not a ship on the ocean, but a crack of the rifle that sends a bullet at breakneck speed with the h...
May 09, 2024•30 min•Ep. 192
In this episode I would like to share with you personally why I have worked so hard in documenting our shooting school to put online and to share. This is the story of Wolf Precision and Jamie Dodson as we grew through the years in our ability to do and eventually teach. Now, as I get older I would like to document all that we have learned to share and live forever. Even after I am long gone, I hope to leave something behind of value for the next generation of shooters. I also wanted to take the...
Apr 18, 2024•31 min•Ep. 191
One of my first experiences trying to get into long range match shooting was something that I think a lot of us have experienced. You show up to play the game then are belittled or looked down upon because you can't afford the name brand or custom equipment that others can. I have personally experienced being judged and left feeling like I shouldn't be there because I can't afford to play the game at their level, being scoffed at like a blue collar worker at the yacht club. Worst yet, you are le...
Apr 11, 2024•32 min•Ep. 190
The shooting season has begun and so have the schools. With over 15 years of teaching on the firing line, the things we learn and see often have a great value to those planning on doing such events in the future. Especially those who are getting ready to experience a class for the first time. Regardless the class or the location, here are some things that are already standing out this season and are worthy of both sharing and discussing how to prevent these things from happening to you. Wolf Pre...
Apr 02, 2024•32 min•Ep. 189
In this episode, we discuss at length, carbon fiber barrels...the good, the bad and truly how do you make a decision. Everyone building a custom rifle wants a great looking rifle. Should you choose carbon for that reason? What about a match or long range rifles, would it make a good choice there as well? I have this conversation every week with customers. I really want to share with you my personal thoughts on why you may want to choose it or on the other hand why you may not want to choose it. ...
Mar 14, 2024•32 min•Ep. 188
We are excited to invite Bruce Thom from BAT Machine Co. back on to the show talk about their new release, the Hammerhead. Known for being one of the very best actions made, this new model is in my mind the pinnacle of what a tactical action could be in both quality, design and of course accuracy. Join us on our conversation with Bruce about the newest release and his insight into making world class receivers. Wolf Precision's ACE Rifle System. www.wolfprecision.net Online Long Range Shooting Sc...
Mar 06, 2024•52 min•Ep. 197
So, you have your hunting rifle or match rifle ready for the season and now it is time to practice. This is a fork in the road for most shooters. Hunting rifles often are expensive to shoot and have more recoil than most would enjoy for a full day at the range. Match rifles are made for shooting, but we often hold back because of the expense of the ammo, reloading components or simply you do not want to wear out your barrel. It's like having that 1973 Cuda (my dream car) and not taking it out of...
Mar 01, 2024•25 min•Ep. 186
The art of self-reliance is often talked about in the prepping world for sure. But what about a marksman, shooter or budding competitor. Can you take care of your own rifle? Can you rebuild it if needed? Can you make repairs and do the maintenance needed to keep it in its best shooting condition? Now let's talk about being a well rounded shooter. Can you make your own ammunition? Can you change components to meet you current needs like going from a match round to a hunting round? Can you take ad...
Feb 09, 2024•35 min•Ep. 185
We kick the new year off talking about the importance of bedding and more importantly, the importance of the tang. We are teaching bedding to a new team member and the conversations about bedding and its importance and use really went into the bushes. From the reasons being different for todays chassis over yesteryears wooden stocks to the emphasis on the unsung and what I think one of the most important areas to get right and that is the tang. We hope you enjoy this episode and hope to shed som...
Feb 02, 2024•28 min•Ep. 184
We have some exciting news on new programs, classes and memberships you can join for 2024. From the Wolf Pack Shooting Team to a new Graduation Day for our online school attendees, we have lots of news to share. Some of the new programs coming out include online advanced courses along with 1 and 2 range days for free per year here at out facility. We are thankful to have you join us this year and are looking forward to a great shooting season! Wolf Precision's ACE Rifle System. www.wolfprecision...
Jan 26, 2024•33 min•Ep. 183
In all the years of shooting I have learned a valuable lesson. Shooting is a lot like flying in the sense that the recoil is a lot like turbulence. If you have a lot of it, you better be a very skilled pilot. Why, because you will be fighting it and correcting for its influence constantly. It can scare you, it will fatigue you and even make you want to call it quits (once you are on the ground of course). It will push all of your senses to the brink of numbness as you yank the joystick to counte...
Jan 01, 2024•27 min•Ep. 182
In this podcast, we want to talk about the top reasons some might not think reloading is for them. We talk about the pros, cons and concepts some of which are misguided and some just plain wrong for new reloaders. If you love to shoot, whether for hunting or competition, you need to listen to this podcast. It might change your mind and shed some light on why you cannot afford to wait. This might encourage you to get started today. https://www.wolfprecision.net/newsletter.html https://www.youtube...
Dec 22, 2023•26 min•Ep. 181
Because it's all about that ACE, 'bout that ACE - no trouble. Okay, trying to be a little funny here. But, on the last part of this series, "The Story of the Ace," it truly is about making the ACE at volume and at exceptionally high accuracy. This is no small feat, to say the least, separating yourself from the accepted machines and machining practices and looking to the aerospace industry. If you want to make world class components, you cannot do it on the same equipment that most big and small...
Dec 15, 2023•26 min•Ep. 180
