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title: | NEWT
description: Practical precision-shooting notes from the bench — optics, elevation, reloading, and gear that holds up when you measure it.
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## [Newt's Tips From the Bench to the Range](https://blog.xringprecision.com/newt_tips)

From the Bench with Newt

# NEWT

[![Cold More Record 33xc](https://blog.xringprecision.com/hubfs/33xc%20bigger.png)](https://blog.xringprecision.com/newt_tips/record-cold-bore-impact-2958)

Extreme Long Range

#### [Cold Bore Personal Best 2,958 yards!](https://blog.xringprecision.com/newt_tips/record-cold-bore-impact-2958)

Witness Rusty Newton's remarkable 2,958-yard cold bore shot, exploring the precision of his rifle, ammunition, and the importance of practice.

[Read Newt's take →](https://blog.xringprecision.com/newt_tips/record-cold-bore-impact-2958)

[![Newt, precision specialist at X-Ring Precision](https://blog.xringprecision.com/hubfs/Approachable%20Newt.png)](https://blog.xringprecision.com/newt_tips/what-ballistic-solver-is-the-best)

#### [What Ballistic Solver is THE Best](https://blog.xringprecision.com/newt_tips/what-ballistic-solver-is-the-best)

Discover the best ballistic solver for precision shooting. Learn how to optimize your data inputs for first-round cold bore impacts with the Kestrel 5700X.

[Read Newt's take →](https://blog.xringprecision.com/newt_tips/what-ballistic-solver-is-the-best)

[![NEWT From the Bench to the Range.](https://blog.xringprecision.com/hubfs/Testing%20Newt.png)](https://blog.xringprecision.com/newt_tips/introducing-newt)

NEWT

#### [Introducing Newt.](https://blog.xringprecision.com/newt_tips/introducing-newt)

Discover expert insights on rifle precision, setup, and troubleshooting from Newt at X-Ring Precision. Elevate your shooting performance today.

[Read Newt's take →](https://blog.xringprecision.com/newt_tips/introducing-newt)

[![Reach-R mounted on Nightforce rifle scope](https://blog.xringprecision.com/hubfs/post1_red_rifle-1.png)](https://blog.xringprecision.com/newt_tips/installing-your-reach_r-properly)

REACHR

#### [Installing your Reach\_R properly](https://blog.xringprecision.com/newt_tips/installing-your-reach_r-properly)

Learn how to properly install and align your Reach-R prism for optimal shooting precision with expert tips from Newt. Ensure accuracy every time you shoot.

[Read Newt's take →](https://blog.xringprecision.com/newt_tips/installing-your-reach_r-properly)

[![](https://blog.xringprecision.com/hubfs/Reach-R%20kit.png)](https://blog.xringprecision.com/newt_tips/the-true-cost-of-an-elevation-prism-clone)

REACHR

#### [The TRUE Cost of an Elevation Prism](https://blog.xringprecision.com/newt_tips/the-true-cost-of-an-elevation-prism-clone)

The true costs of elevation prisms, including hidden expenses, installation challenges, and why the Reach-R offers the best value for long-range shooting.

[Read Newt's take →](https://blog.xringprecision.com/newt_tips/the-true-cost-of-an-elevation-prism-clone)

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