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Re: Canadian sniper makes history by killing ISIL insurgent from more than 3.5 kilome
Just having the opportunity to set up for a target that far away is extremely lucky. Most snipers won't ever even get the chance. Being able to positively id a target at that range and then have the target hold still long enough while you do the math and take shot and then for the bullet to get there is all pure luck.
Most of these insane shots involve a good bit of luck and a major amount of skill.
I'm also curious as to the number of attempts made. I remember the longest USA sniper shot involved several attempts.
Just having the opportunity to set up for a target that far away is extremely lucky. Most snipers won't ever even get the chance. Being able to positively id a target at that range and then have the target hold still long enough while you do the math and take shot and then for the bullet to get there is all pure luck.