Tim O’Connor

Tim is a 25-year industry veteran and optics expert who develops advanced rifle training programs for Nosler and teaches long-range, optics-focused curriculum at Gunsite Academy.

Tim O’Connor

ABOUT

Tim brings over 25 years of experience in the hunting and shooting industry to his role at Gunsite Academy, where he specializes in long-range precision rifle training with a unique emphasis on optics. As the head of product development at Nosler Inc., Tim combines real-world field testing with deep technical expertise to shape cutting-edge shooting solutions.

Since 2000, he has collaborated with law enforcement and military units worldwide to enhance shooters’ understanding of rifle optics, focusing on their function, limitations, and field applications. Through these partnerships, Tim has developed an optics-centric firearms training curriculum that demystifies the use of scopes and elevates precision shooting performance.

His approach is grounded in decades of hands-on experience. It is designed to give students a clear, practical advantage at extended ranges. At Gunsite, Tim delivers this advanced training to military, law enforcement, and civilian marksmen looking to master the “dark magic” of rifle optics and long-range accuracy.

courses

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Arizona

Xtreme Long Range Rifle

Push your limits with precision rifle engagements from 1,000 to 2,000 meters using elite gear and advanced techniques.

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Arizona

Advanced PREcision Rifle

Level up with complex field drills, night vision, and ballistic problem-solving beyond Precision Rifle 7.

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Arizona

Sight In Hunter Prep

Zero in on your rifle, refine your skills, and prepare for hunting season with practical field instruction out to 300 yards.

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Arizona

Safari/Hunter Prep

Sharpen your field skills with safari-season prep led by veteran guides and experienced Gunsite instructors.

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Arizona

370 Advanced General Rifle

Advance your field riflecraft with sling work, reticle training, and target engagements out to 500 yards.

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Arizona

Battle Rifle

Train to fight with .30-caliber rifles from 0 to 600 yards in this no-nonsense, semi-auto battle rifle course.

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Arizona

Precision Rifle 7

Master long-range precision with seven days of intensive shooter/observer drills out to 1,000 yards.

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Arizona

270 General Rifle

Master field riflecraft and marksmanship fundamentals out to 300 yards with Gunsite’s legendary 270 General Rifle course.

training schools

Gunsite Academy
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2900 W. Gunsite Rd. Paulden, AZ. 86334

Gunsite Academy

Gunsite Academy in Paulden, AZ, offers elite rifle and precision training up to 2,000 yards, led by seasoned military, LE, and competitive shooting instructors.

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skills

Firearms Instructor (Civilian)
Hunting Shooting Expert
Ballistics Specialist

address

2900 W. Gunsite Rd. Paulden, AZ. 86334

contact

(928) 636-4565

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