When rifle shooting, heat mirage caused by heat rising from the ground or coming off a hot barrel or sound moderator, can cause serious problems when you look through a rifle scope. Read more
At the beginning of the winter, pigeon raided the oilseed rape fields on our local estate, building up to a peak of about 1,500 birds. Read more
I have a German Pecar riflescope which is absolutely brilliant but I have been told the firm has gone bust. Is that true? And if so, has anyone bought the name in case I ever need repairs, or to claim under the warranty? Read more
Pigeon shooting: A farmer is keen for me to control pigeon on his land. I realise I will have to turn out at a moment’s notice - so do you think it would be okay for me to say ‘yes’ on the condition that he buys me cartridges? Read more
If you reload your cartridges you will benefit from making sure the pockets that the primers sit in are uniform. Read more
The standing breech and breech ends of my shotgun barrels look dirty and discoloured. Is there an easy way to polish the metalwork without removing metal? Read more
Air rifle pellets have improved over the years and there are many different makes to choose from. Read more
When pigeon decoying, I was told not to overdo the white paint where a pigeon’s white neck bars are concerned, as the markings act as a warning to real birds. Read more
When pigeon decoying, I was told not to overdo the white paint where a pigeon’s white neck bars are concerned, as the markings act as a warning to real birds. Read more
Back in August 2009 I was taking part in a clay pigeon shoot with a single trigger 12-bore shotgun I had recently bought. I had fired 20 shells on one stand, when the gun discharged both barrels. I got quite a shock! Read more
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