At Parabellum, we believe every shot counts—whether you’re training, competing, or defending. But one of the biggest mistakes we see shooters make? Wasting ammo by not properly zeroing their firearm.
If you’re not hitting your target, it’s not always a problem with your rifle, your optic, or even your shooting skills. More often than not, it comes down to a bad zero—and that means wasted rounds, wasted money, and frustration that could have been avoided.
Let’s break down why zeroing matters, how to do it right, and how Parabellum can help you maximize every round you send downrange.
1. What Happens When You Don’t Zero Correctly?
Every rifle, optic, and shooter is different. If your firearm isn’t properly zeroed:
🔴 You’re guessing instead of aiming – Your point of aim and point of impact will never align, making consistency impossible.
💰 You’re burning through ammo – Instead of making precise, controlled shots, you’re sending rounds downrange with no clear result.
🎯 You’re building bad habits – Instead of refining your fundamentals, you’re compensating for a bad zero with poor technique.
At Parabellum, we see too many shooters walk onto the range, start missing, and immediately assume it’s the rifle or their skill level. Nine times out of ten, the issue is an improper or non-existent zero.
Don’t waste your time and ammo—get it right from the start.
2. What Does “Zeroing” Actually Mean?
Zeroing your rifle means aligning your optic’s crosshairs (or iron sights) with the actual point where your bullet will impact at a specific distance. This is your “zero” distance, and all further shots will be adjusted based on this baseline.
Popular zero distances:
✅ 25 yards – Good for close-range carbines, red dots, and defensive shooting.
✅ 50 yards – A versatile zero for AR-15s and semi-auto rifles, balancing trajectory at various distances.
✅ 100 yards – Standard for precision rifles and hunting rifles.
✅ 200+ yards – Long-range zeros for tactical and competition shooters.
At Parabellum, we recommend choosing a zero that fits your shooting purpose and sticking with it. A bad zero leads to wasted shots—period.
3. How to Zero Correctly – The Parabellum Method
When you zero at Parabellum, we help you do it right:
Step 1: Set Up Your Shooting Position
✔️ Use a stable shooting rest or sandbags – This eliminates unnecessary movement.✔️ Fire from a supported position – Bench rest or prone for maximum stability.✔️ Use high-quality ammo – Cheap, inconsistent rounds = inconsistent results.
Step 2: Fire a 3-Round Group
✔️ Take slow, controlled shots at your zero distance.✔️ Look for a tight grouping (not just a single hole).✔️ If the rounds aren’t grouping, you may need to adjust your fundamentals first.
Step 3: Adjust Your Optic or Sights
✔️ Move your reticle toward the point of impact, not where you were aiming.✔️ Use exact click adjustments instead of guessing.✔️ Fire another 3-round group, adjust, and repeat.
Step 4: Confirm at Distance
✔️ Once you’re zeroed, test at further distances to verify holdovers.
✔️ Make note of how your rounds drop beyond your zero point.
✔️ Log your adjustments so you can replicate results later.
At Parabellum, we provide zeroing assistance, spotting scopes, and expert guidance to make sure you get dialed in quickly and accurately—saving you ammo, time, and money.
4. The Cost of Not Zeroing Correctly
Still not convinced? Here’s what happens when you skip this critical step:
❌ Ammunition drain – You could burn through 50+ rounds and still not be dialed in.
❌ Frustration & lost confidence – Missing shots can make you doubt your abilities.
❌ Poor performance in training & competition – A bad zero will show in every shot you take.
❌ Missed opportunities in hunting or defense – If you need precision in the moment, there won’t be time to correct a bad zero.
At Parabellum, we see shooters waste hundreds of dollars in ammo because they don’t take the time to zero correctly. That’s why we offer dedicated zeroing services to get you dialed in faster and more efficiently.
5. Zero Right, Shoot Better – Parabellum’s Zeroing Services
Tired of wasting ammo? Parabellum offers professional zeroing services to help you get locked in with precision.
🔥 Our Zeroing Packages Include:
✔️ One-on-one zeroing assistance with our expert staff
✔️ Benchrest and sandbags for rock-solid accuracy
✔️ Paper and steel targets at 25, 50, 100, and 200 yards
✔️ Advanced zero verification for long-range shooters
✔️ Optic mounting and sighting-in adjustments
💥 Let’s get you on target—no more wasted rounds, no more frustration.
6. Book Your Zeroing Session at Parabellum Today!
🔹 Step 1: Bring your rifle and optic to Parabellum.
🔹 Step 2: Work with our pros to get a precision zero.
🔹 Step 3: Spend more time hitting targets and less time wasting ammo!
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