Win CENS ProFlex DX5 earplugs worth £1,149 – enter here
Heat 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 stop this haze occurring? Would it help to pour cold water down the barrels from time to time?
PIGEON SHOOTING
Peter Theobald
I’m not sure if pouring cold water down the barrels is a good idea!
Most semi-autos and over-unders have ventilated ribs on their barrels, and these definitely help dissipate the heat and cool them down.
If the sport on your laid wheat was that fast and furious, a bit of heat haze was probably a small price to pay.
Related Articles
News
Gamekeepers slam PCC over 'damaging' gun abuse claims
National Gamekeepers' Organisation demands apology after Northumbria police chief links legal firearms to domestic violence
By ShootingUK
News
Natural England's licensing system undermined by NGO research
Natural England may be acting against the interests of the very species it aims to protect, NGO research suggests
By ShootingUK
Get the latest news delivered direct to your door
Subscribe to Shooting Times & Country
Discover the ultimate companion for field sports enthusiasts with Shooting Times & Country Magazine, the UK’s leading weekly publication that has been at the forefront of shooting culture since 1882. Subscribers gain access to expert tips, comprehensive gear reviews, seasonal advice, and a vibrant community of like-minded shooters.
With weekly issues featuring in-depth articles on gundog training, exclusive member offers, and £2 million public liability insurance, a Shooting Times & Country subscription is more than a magazine – it’s your essential guide to the rich traditions and thrilling world of field sports. Don’t just read about the countryside; immerse yourself in its most authoritative and engaging publication.
