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About Ryan
Ryan M. Cleckner is a problem-solver and firearms expert who became an attorney so that he could help protect gun owners and the firearms industry.
Firearms Expert
Cleckner, a former special operations sniper team leader in the U.S. Army’s 1st Ranger Battalion, is a combat veteran with multiple deployments overseas. Following his role as an active-duty sniper, Cleckner became a sniper instructor and competitive shooter.
He has appeared numerous times on the History Channel’s “Top Shot” program as a featured sniper expert, he has a series of popular online firearm instructional and demonstration videos, and he publishes firearms related content via books, articles, videos, and podcasts.
Author
Ryan is the author of the best-selling Long Range Shooting Handbook and numerous articles for RECOIL magazine, Carnivore magazine, Gun Digest Magazine, and various online websites. He is currently working on the much-anticipated sequeal to his first book, Advanced Long Range Shooting, and two other soon-to-be-announced titles.
Entreprenuer
Even though he keeps busy as a family man, attorney, author, host of two podcasts, and professor, Ryan loves to tackle and work on new projects.
He just launched an online-learning program that helps people obtain their FFL and educates them on the associated requirements at RocketFFL.com. He’s also putting the finishing touches on a project to qualify individuals, completely online, to legally carry a concealed handgun in over half of the country.
Attorney
After his service, Cleckner attended Quinnipiac University School of Law as a Dean’s Scholar where he graduated with honors.
Cleckner is known in the firearms industry as a firearm law subject matter expert. He currently represents hundreds of Federal Firearm Licensees (FFLs) across the country. As an advocate for the firearms industry, Cleckner has established a strong relationship and great reputation with the ATF and its senior leadership.
Executive
As a firearms industry executive he has managed federal government relations for the firearms industry’s trade association (NSSF), established and managed the compliance department for the industry’s largest firearm and ammunition manufacturer as a Vice President of Remington Outdoor Company (Remington, Marlin, AAC, Bushmaster, DPMS, Barnes, and others), and has served as a voting board member on the Sporting Arms Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI).
Professor
Cleckner teaches Constitutional law courses including, Civil Liberties, American Constitutional Law, and Law, Courts, and Public Policy, for the University of Alabama in Huntsville, AL. He has been teaching at the college/university level for 7 years and has also guest-lectured law school courses.
Featured Projects
Long Range Shooting Handbook
Amazon.com #1 Bestseller in its category for 19 months!
This best-selling book is the complete beginner’s guide to long range shooting written in simple every-day language so that it’s easy to follow. Included are personal tips and best advice from my years of special operations sniper schooling and experience, and as a sniper instructor.
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E-Book
RocketFFL
The #1 resource for getting, and keeping, your FFL
RocketFFL’s easy-to-use online courses teach you how to get an FFL, how (and why) to become an SOT (Class 3), and they teach you the necessary rules, requirements and best-practices to stay out of trouble with the ATF and run a sucsessful business.
18-Month Long Range Shooting Handbook Update
I can't believe that it has already been 18 months! The Long Range Shooting Handbook is selling better than ever and I'm working hard on the advanced version.... it's coming soon! Here's some stats about how the book is doing thanks to your support: Over 25,000...
“It’s That Simple”
If you haven't already, please checkout the latest issue of Gun Digest magazine to see my first column in a new series on long range shooting. It's their June 2017 Long Range Shooting special (Volume 34, Issue 9) and the article introduces gravity's effect on your...
How to Get Your FFL License
I've recently started a new project at RocketFFL.com which helps folks get their own FFL License, become an SOT/Class 3 Dealer, and stay in compliance with firearm laws and regulations. Getting your FFL is easier than you think and the cost of an FFL isn't too steep...
“Tips for Off-Season Practice”
According to long range shooting expert Ryan Cleckner, "Get your ass off the bench!" Other advice includes practice hunting, stable platforms, arm slings, taking a knee, sitting and standing. Get more details by checking out the article he wrote for Carnivore Magazine...
Free Long Range Shooting Targets
In the Long Range Shooting Handbook I include, and make reference to, some targets that will help you zero your rifle and train better as a precision shooter. These targets are all included here: FREE TARGETS You can also follow the link to the target on the...
Long Range Shooting Handbook Update – Continued Best Seller
I have some wonderful news - the Long Range Shooting Handbook has been out for 14 months now and it is still a bestseller (in 3 separate Amazon categories!), over 20,000 copies have been sold so far, and almost $50,000 has been raised and donated to the Special...
Gift Guide for Gun Enthusiasts – 2018
This year, I've decided to make my shooter gift guide on my newest website, GunUniversity.com I've organized the gift ideas by budget and by type of shooter. I'd really appreciate you checking it out and passing the link along to others. My wife already saw it and...
Texas Triggers – 1,000 yard Shot with a Barrett M82 .50 Sniper Rifle
There’s a reason that most people fire the famous Barrett M82 .50 cal sniper rifle using the set of attached legs. It weighs 30 lbs and spans over 50 inches. Of course, former Army Ranger sniper Ryan Cleckner has no need for assistance. After being badgered all day...
300 PRC – Ballistics & Comparisons
Curious about the 300 Precision Rifle Cartridge? Then check out Ryan's latest article on GunUniversity.com about what Ryan feels is going to be the hottest new cartridge on the market for both long range shooting and hunting!
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5543 Edmondson Pike
Nashville, TN 37211
629-777-6232
Ryan’s Listening…Really
Ryan reads and responds to every email sent through this site. Please be patient, however, as he’s a little too busy at times.
Whether you’ve got a question about a current project of Ryan’s, an idea/request for a new project, or a complaint/gripe/compliment, don’t hesitate to reach out. You can use the contact form above (best option) or the contact information below.
Contact Info
5543 Edmondson Pike
Nashville, TN 37211
629-777-6232