May 29, 2012 2:31 PM
Best Sniper Rifle to Use - Trying to complete Marksman Pro
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Let me start by saying my only purpose for this thread is to get my 50 breath kills to obtain Marksman Pro. I'm not a quick scoper, rather a rusher/run and gunner that has stopped prestiging and wants to pro all the perks.
I've gotten 12 kills towards the 50 so far using the AS50 (while also trying to rank up Overkill in the same class), but am wondering what the best (read "easiest") rifle is to use so I can complete this challenge and return to my normal life of SMG bliss.
fyi you dont need to use the sniper rifles to complete marksman
opb81 wrote:
fyi you dont need to use the sniper rifles to complete marksman
What he said.
I used a Thermal Scope on an Assault Rifle to get Marksmen Pro & it's easier than using a Sniper (if you aren't a confident sniper)
Hell, I've just thrown marksman on and held down the left analog stick and I still got credit for getting kills while holding my breath, even without having a thermal on. Red dot and silencer is what I usually run.
I like to use the L118A. It's bold action and that sometimes turn people away from this rifle, but, in my opinion, it allows my accuracy to increase. Mainly because I find myself focusing more and holding my breath more often so that I don't miss. Obviously if I miss, the chances of me getting killed is much higher since my second shot will take sometime, as opposed to a semi-auto like the Barrett or AS50.
This is how I use mine. I don't Q/S either, but the L118A is a very vesatile weapon that is easy enough to use while walking around or camping.
Thanks. I'll give that a try.
Unfortunately I need a little longer to aim than you do.... ![]()
I like using the as50 the most
You just need to hold the button that show up as hold breath on Sniper rifles and thermal scopers while you shoot someone and you will counted as the kill.
I'm pretty sure marksman is broken. I once got it pro in a few games, now I can't get it pro at all (had the same problem in the past). I Will get 30 plus sniper kills with marksman and only 1 or 2 hold breath challenges done. While I hold my breath for most kills. They need to fix it, If I kill someone quickly and hold my breath it should count everytime..
@Snipingdbag
I have never noticed this issue before. What console do you play on? Now I want log on just to see if my Marksman kills are registering in the challenges ![]()
I am on PS3. It seems like I need to stay scoped in forever to get one done. Was like this on launch as well, a few patches later I got it done in 2 games just sniping quickly, now it’s back to taking forever. I now just run steady aim pro instead of marksman,.
I hold my breath for basically every shot (unless rushed / not having the time), I just snipe quickly which is cod sniping imo..
You only need to hold your breathe while aiming down your sights (and killing someone) to get your Marksman Pro mate...
You can do it with virtually any primary...
RSASS is the easiest to get it with.
The L118A or the MSR are the two best. I run SoH Pro so reloading and rechambering rounds is extremely fast... just practice is all I can tell you. Never takes me more than 5-6 games to finish marksman pro. Just learn the high traffic areas, and find good cover.
Another reason I never use gold camos on my rifles... I like blending in, usually use the digital camo, choco or snow depending on the map... staying hidden is a must for good snipers, that and good support from your team mates.
Here's a fun little fact, you can use any gun to get marksman pro.
All you have to do is ADS with say, an MP7, and hold down your thumbstick. The game registers that as you holding your breath, and it will count as a kill towards marksman pro.
Like others said; just stick on the hold breath proficiency to an AR and use that; works the same way.
ar is easy to do. if you want to use a sniper, might i sugest the as50? i cant quick scope and i cant snipe. but when i do the as50 comes through. i always get 10 to 15 kills. i think the hitmarker 50 cal could use some beefing up. and the as50 doesnt sway as much as l118 or msr. in my opinion anyway. i think this one is good for a non sniper to pick up and beast with
I used the MK14 to get Marksman Pro and it took me about 5 or 6 games. I do not like this challenge though.