When a rifle is chambered with a new round, the bolt is closed and usually the locking lugs rotate to engage the receiver to form a solid union. Read more
I'm going to buy a couple of four month old kits for the first time. What signs should I be looking for when I check them over prior to paying for them. For a start, should I visit the owner to see how and where they're kept? Read more
I have had some soft-point bullets rattling around in a pocket and notice that the tips have either bent slightly or been blunted. Will this affect accuracy? Read more
What are the chances of a British Government falling into line with Europe concerning gun ownership? Why are there differences between countries? Read more
I have a Beretta Sporter with 2.3/4in (70mm) chambers, yet I can get good value fibre-wadded cartridges, which are a requirement at my gun club, in 65mm cases. Read more
My gun shop is selling a solvent that removes plastic fouling left by one-piece cartridge wads. Read more
Though air rifle pellets are much better made these days there can be a variation in the diameter of each pellet dependent on their manufacturer, which can cause inaccuracies. Read more
We have already looked at primer pocket uniformity and how it can affect rifle accuracy. Now it is the turn of the primer hole. Read more
I’m a part-time keeper (but with a full-time job) and I’m getting lots of different advice about carrying a knife from so-called experts - even a copper at my local pub has an opinion. Read more
I’m a part-time keeper (but with a full-time job) and I’m getting lots of different advice about carrying a knife from so-called experts; even a copper at my local pub has an opinion. Read more
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