Editing Semi-automatic rifle (section)

=== Hunting ===
Semi-automatic rifles have grown in popularity among hunters.<ref>{{Cite web |last=CROCENZI |first=MADDIE |date=February 17, 2018 |title=Hunters split on use of semi-automatic rifles |url=https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2018/feb/17/hunters-split-on-use-of-semi-automatic-rifles/ |access-date=2025-01-28 |website=The Washington Times |language=en-US}}</ref> Some hunters use semi-automatic rifles, including [[AR-15 style rifle|AR-15 style models]], citing their compact design and customization options, effectively making it easier to traverse rugged terrain while tracking a target and providing a large variety of customization ranging from scopes and muzzle devices to different calibers.{{Citation needed|date=January 2025}} Semi-automatic fire greatly assists in maintaining one's sight picture, which is especially important when follow-up shots are required.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Brenton |first1=Bartt |title=5 Reasons to Hunt with an AR-15 |url=https://www.brentonusa.com/5-reasons-to-hunt-with-an-ar-15/ |website=Brenton Performance Grade Hunting Rifles |date=28 December 2017 |publisher=Bartt Brenton |access-date=29 October 2019}}</ref> Due to their demand, the manufacturers of semi-automatic firearms have greatly increased the effective firing distance of their products compared to the first semi-automatics sold on the civilian market.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Britain's Commandos to get new assault rifles. |url=https://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/news-and-latest-activity/news/2023/september/07/230907-royal-marines-new-rifle}}</ref>