When it comes to vermin cartridges, there is little doubt that the .22LR is at the top of the list. It can be used on all small species and has…
Bruce Potts
Rabbit shooting with classic rifles
An early morning start, with a light breeze, is an idyllic start to any day’s stalk. But on this occasion it was not an eligible roebuck that I had in mind;…
Ruger M77/17 Hornet
After the .17 Hornet round was introduced by Hornady it was not long before a rifle was made by Ruger for this mini marvel of the cartridge world. Ruger had a perfect platform for…
Tikka T3 Super Varmint
Tikka rifles have always been a popular choice for shooters due to their accuracy. The brand offers a rifle for any eventuality due to the smooth bolt combined with a…
Nimrod GRS
Sporting Services is run by Graeme Clarke, better known for his involvement with Accuracy International (AI) sniper rifles and systems. These are premium items and Graeme now imports from Germany…
Our expert reviews three of the best PCP air rifles and reports back
Bruce Potts tests three 10-shot repeater pre-charged pneumatic air rifles for around £500.
Webley Osprey
Webley & Scott is a long-established, gun manufacturer, but one airgun stands out from the others produced by the company, and that is the Osprey. Following the theme of naming…
A change of primer
A: It’s amazing what does and what does not influence the combustion and propulsion of a bullet on pulling the trigger. Sometimes, even the smallest tweak can make a big difference,…
Second-hand FIAS .308 stalking rifle
This good-looking FIAS .308 stalking rifle, with its sporter barrel and smooth action, is a real bargain, says Bruce Potts
Browning T-Bolt Target/Varmint .17HMR
The Browning T-Bolt Target/Varmint .17HMR is not only a good-looking rifle, its handling and style are effortless
Sauer 202 Hardwood
In 1993 Sauer introduced the Classic XT model that was aimed at “real stalkers”. A new, plain (by Sauer standards) synthetic stock was produced, and all the metalwork was coated…
Fox-shooting with a young underkeeper
Teach a young lad to shoot foxes in Buckinghamshire? No problem, thought Bruce Potts — except there were hares not foxes, and his pupil was a natural
Driven boar hunting
The thrill of stalking driven boar in Germany
Gun reviews: Puma .22LR synthetic sporter rifle
Gun reviews: Puma .22LR synthetic sporter rifle: If you are looking for a bargain-priced rimfire, ideal for pest control, look no further. Bruce Potts tests a CZ 'clone' and likes…
Won over by the water deer
Bruce Potts on stalking Chinese water deer
Gun reviews: Steyr SM12 stalking rifle
Gun reviews: Steyr SM12 stalking rifle: Bruce Potts is taken with a gun that combines a traditional appearance and modern technology.
CZ512 .22LR semi-auto rifle
The CZ512 .22LR semi-auto rifle is not as accurate as the CZ455 but it feels right as a no-nonsense hunting firearm
Tikka T3 Lite combo rifle
Bruce Potts tries a competitively priced rifle package and finds the Tikka T3 Lite combo rifle to be reliable and accurate.
MAE Shorty fully suppressed rifle review
Gun reviews: MAE Shorty fully suppressed rifle: Bruce Potts can hear a firing pin drop as he tests a .22 rimfire that is perfect for vermin control.
Weatherby Vanguard Series 2 Sub-MOA rifle
With accuracy guaranteed, Bruce Potts is impressed by the well-priced new Weatherby.