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LegislationDo I have to get a gun straight after my shotgun licence?
Shotgun licence: Is there a time limit after getting a shotgun licence in which I have to buy a gun? I’d planned to get one pretty soon after the certificate arrived but now I’ve been made redunda...
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NewsIs the shooting technique I’ve read about correct?
Shooting advice: I've read a book on skeet clay shooting written by an American coach who says the knee on our front leg needs to be bent and the gun should be mounted with the elbow held high - almos...
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Firearm CertificatesCan I apply for a variation to my Firearms Certificate?
I would like a variation to my Firearms Certificate for deer stalking, in order to possess a .308 or .30-06. I would like a double rifle but maybe a conventional bolt-action rifle might be best?
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NewsHow do I shoot driven birds coming straight on?
Game shooting: If you had to name your one top tip for shooting those ‘coming straight towards you driven birds,’ what would it be?
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Deer StalkingIs deer stalking with a .308 overkill for Muntjac?
I read about deer stalking in another shooting magazine recently and a stalker went in pursuit of a large Muntjac. I was perturbed to read that his chosen calibre was .308. Surely this smacks of overk...
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NewsIs my .22 blank firing revolver an illegal gun?
Shooting advice: I have an old .22 blank firing revolver which looks just like a real gun and which I use for dog training. I have been told these guns are now illegal. Is that right?
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NewsIs there a secret to bagging a double when pigeon shooting?
I've started pigeon shooting on my dad’s farm and love every minute of it. My shooting's getting better but I have yet to manage a double, is there a secret or recognised approach to doing this?
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News4×4 reviews: Volvo V40 T4 SE
4x4 reviews: Volvo V40 T4 SE: While it may be called a Cross Country, this estate is really for the urban driver.
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NewsHeat haze stopped me from pigeon shooting!
When pigeon shooting last summer, I enjoyed a couple of days on laid wheat in hot weather - the only trouble was the heat haze from the barrels caused problems when the gun was mounted. How do you sto...
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Gundog newsHow soon do gun dogs show signs of being pregnant?
Gun dogs: How soon after mating will a springer spaniel gun dog show signs that she is pregnant. What do I need to look for?
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