I’ll be honest with you, the first thing I noticed about the Beretta A400 Xtreme Plus was the price. At £2,195 it is not cheap for a semi-auto. Regular readers…
Matthew Clark
Editor Sporting Gun
Want to get better at shooting an air rifle? Continued target practice is crucial and this is why
Getting good at shooting an air rifle is only half the battle. Staying good is the other half and it does not happen by chance – it requires constant attention.…
Just how good is a simulated game day?
I wanted to know whether a simulated game day can ever be as good as a full-on game shoot, or is it just a glorified form of clayshooting? So I…
Win a copy of “The Cocker Spaniel” by Janet Menzies
The cocker spaniel is one of the most popular breeds of dogs in the UK today. Bred for stamina, intelligence and drive, they make lively, loving pets. If trained properly…
Weihrauch HW35E STL air rifle
The Weihrauch HW35E air rifle, at 69, is a senior citizen. It has stood the test of time and won the hearts of many an airgunner. There have been a…
Benelli M2 – a ‘workhorse’ semi-auto
If you had to sum up the Benelli M2 semi-auto in one word it would be, ‘practical’. It has been designed like every semi-auto should be, where function dictates design.…
Powerful air rifles that don’t need a firearms licence
Which is the most powerful air rifle under the legal limit? Legal limit airguns (air rifles that are under the 12ft/lbs power limit) are the easiest and cheapest way to…
10 PCP air rifles from £430 to under £1000
We’ve looked around for some cheap PCP air rifles that still do the job, for budgets of up to £500 and under £1000. Once you’ve bought the airgun you’ll be…
Is it time to change our mind about pump-action shotguns?
We British are a traditional bunch. Only in recent years have we finally accepted the presence of over-and-under shotguns on driven shoots. If you turned up at a shoot with…
Rizzini Grand Regal – does it perform handsomely in the field?
Recently a friend of mine said that for him a gun was all about the wood and engraving. He liked his guns to look pretty and he is what he…
Airgun laws and security requirements you need to know
Air rifles: New guidance to prevent under-18s accessing airguns could mean a £1,000 fine if you fail to secure your air rifle properly.
AYA Legend De Luxe
Every now and then a new gun comes on the market that sends ripples of excitement through the shooting community. Spanish gun maker AYA is part of shooting folklore and…
Browning 525 Shadow
A game gun that stands out from the crowd but doesn't cost a fortune
Eley VIP Steel Pro Eco – tested by Sporting Gun magazine
My expectations were not high when I tested the new Eley VIP Steel Pro Eco. But I was floored when I found that they were every bit as good as…
Perazzi MX16
The Perazzi MX16 – the Ferrari of shotguns? Often called the Ferrari of shotguns, Perazzis have a reputation for fast handling. They are regularly seen in the hands of masters…
Exclusive – Sporting Gun asks Dr Mark Avery the questions we want answered
Seven weeks after Natural England revoked the general licences GL04, GL05 and GL06 on April 25, following a legal challenge from Wild Justice, the wildlife campaign group has submitted a…
Perazzi MX2000 S
Perazzi has earned its place in shooting folklore. Since the 1950s the Italian company has built shotguns that combine traditional gunsmithing with high technology. Used by shooters such as George…
Fausti Aphrodite
Shooting instructor Lucy Cantwell has a lot of experience with guns, which is why I am surprised to hear her scepticism about guns designed specifically for women. “I’ve always just…
Bettinsoli Diamond DeLuxe shotgun review
Bettinsoli Diamond De Luxe shotgun: This Bettinsoli incorporates flamboyance, comfort and steady handling into one affordable package.