Michael (Mac) Contreras
Owner/ Operator
About Black Plague Precision
At Black Plague Precision, our mission is to grow and advocate for the long-range precision shooting community by expanding its reach, breaking down barriers to entry, and ensuring its continued evolution. Through global travel, industry connections, and direct engagement, we work to not only support existing shooters but also introduce new people to the discipline, ensuring that precision shooting thrives across all disciplines.
This platform was created to provide objective, detailed, and well-researched content that helps shooters of all levels make informed decisions and enhance their skills. Whether you're delving into ammunition reloading, evaluating the latest gear, or exploring advanced techniques, our goal is to consolidate knowledge, highlight key companies and individuals, and foster meaningful conversations that push the industry forward.
By acting as a liaison between companies, competitors, and newcomers, we bridge the gap between technical expertise and real-world application, ensuring that long-range precision shooting remains accessible, innovative, and sustainable for future generations.
About Me
As a lifelong athlete, competition has always been at the heart of who I am. When I discovered long-range precision shooting, I found a new arena to channel that competitive drive—a discipline that challenges both skill and focus. What began as a passion has grown into a commitment to the sport and its community. That commitment led me to create Black Plague Precision, a platform dedicated to all things long-range precision shooting. My mission is to bring together the best of this sport—content, creators, forums, product reviews, and event coverage—while fostering growth and innovation across every discipline. While my personal focus is on F-Class shooting, I have a deep respect and appreciation for all aspects of long-range precision, from PRS to Benchrest and everything in between. Black Plague Precision is more than just a resource; it’s a hub for shooters who share the same passion for pushing boundaries and achieving excellence. As a longtime entrepreneur and business owner, I understand the challenges and struggles that come with building something meaningful. Running a business in any industry takes perseverance, vision, and adaptability—qualities I bring to Black Plague Precision. My background has given me a unique perspective on balancing innovation with practicality, and I apply this mindset to everything I create for the precision shooting community.
Together, we can grow the long-range precision shooting community, elevate the sport, and inspire the next generation of competitors. Join me on this journey—let’s shape the future of precision shooting.
You can connect with me on LinkedIn here: My LinkedIn Profile.
Contact Us
Have a question or want to collaborate? Reach out through email at blackplagueprecision@gmail.com
Our Story
Black Plague Precision was born from a passion for long-range shooting and a desire to help others navigate the complexities of reloading, ballistics, and firearms. The journey began after recognizing a lack of clear and accessible information for shooters trying to select the right tools and equipment for their needs. Since then, we’ve expanded to cover a broad range of topics, always with a focus on delivering honest and practical advice. We proudly support the Second Amendment and are deeply grateful for the sacrifices made by law enforcement, military personnel, and their families. Your service to our communities and country does not go unnoticed—thank you.
Partnerships and Collaborations
Our ability to provide high-quality content comes from working closely with industry leaders. Through these partnerships, we gain access to cutting-edge equipment, prototype testing opportunities, and in-depth product knowledge.
How We Partner
Supporters
Supporters are companies that generously provide products at their own cost for review. These contributions allow us to evaluate their gear and present objective, honest feedback to our audience. Supporters play a vital role in enabling us to highlight innovative gear and tools, ensuring every company and product gets a fair opportunity to reach the community. Their contributions help make detailed product reviews possible.
Partners
Partners are companies with whom I build dedicated collaborations. I work closely with my partners to tell great stories about their products, improve their offerings, and assist with product launches and related initiatives. These partnerships may include:
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Early access to prototype hardware and consumables for hands-on testing and refinement.
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Collaborative engineering discussions to help improve or co-develop products.
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Co-promotion opportunities, such as embedding or linking our content on partner platforms or social media.
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Knowledge sharing and mutual support to enhance their products and services while enriching the content we provide to our audience.
Sponsors
Sponsors represent the highest level of commitment to Black Plague Precision and the shooting community. In addition to donating gear, sponsors provide financial support that allows us to sustain and grow our platform. This financial backing helps us:
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Attend events, competitions, and conferences to create valuable media coverage.
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Produce high-quality content that resonates with our audience and showcases their contributions to the sport.
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Expand our reach and grow the precision shooting community.
Inactive Partnerships
Even when a partnership becomes inactive, we remain committed to preserving the work and content created during that collaboration. The reviews, insights, and media we’ve produced continue to provide value to both our audience and the companies we’ve worked with. By maintaining this content, we ensure the benefits of these partnerships extend far beyond their active period.
Commitment to Integrity
At Black Plague Precision, we prioritize accuracy and fairness in every piece of content we produce. Our reviews and insights are balanced, highlighting both the advantages and potential drawbacks of products and techniques. Constructive analysis is the foundation of our approach—we aim to educate, not criticize, while always maintaining an honest perspective.
We also believe in fostering an open and respectful community. Your input, feedback, and engagement are valued, as long as it remains constructive and respectful.
Community Guidelines
To maintain a positive and productive space for all, we ask visitors and contributors to adhere to the following guidelines:
Not Permitted:
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Disrespectful behavior, harassment, or bullying
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Use of profanity or offensive language
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Personal attacks or discriminatory remarks
Encouraged:
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Thoughtful disagreements and constructive criticism
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Sharing insights and raising relevant questions
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Productive and respectful conversations
We reserve the right to moderate or block content and users that violate these guidelines.
Thank you for being part of the Black Plague Precision community. Whether you’re a seasoned shooter or just starting out, we’re here to help you achieve your goals and advance your craft.
