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Whether you’re researching shooting clothing, comparing gun safe options, evaluating scope mounts, or just browsing shooting gear you don’t strictly need yet, our equipment reviews come from shooters who’ve actually used the stuff. From budget-friendly shooting kit to premium firearms and optics, we test, compare, and occasionally save you from expensive mistakes. Your bank account may not thank us.
There’s a wide choice of illuminated reticle scopes on the market and here we put six standard scopes to the test.
The MX10-300TS takes on a tactical theme; both modern and purposeful.
Is there a maximum or minimum shotgun bore-size I can use for shooting Skeet? Also, is it better to use a fast cartridge – one with a higher velocity?
The operation of a rifle-bolt, and the frequent attachment and removal of scopes, will subject some areas of a rifle to wear and tear.
Shotgun certificate holders in the Manchester area have received a letter from the Greater Manchester constabulary suggesting that they keep a spent cartridge from each of their gun barrels to be coll...
When home loading ammunition, pay attention to detail for safe and accurate loads.
Some believe that sound moderators are better after use and that a build-up of carbon is good.
Most gunlocks are inaccessible for maintenance without specialist knowledge.
<strong>Choosing the right bullet is crucial for vermin control - Bruce Potts put the redoubtable Palmisano Pindell Cartridge through its paces</strong>
Ruag has a happy knack at marketing consistently accurate ammunition and these Normas – spitting Hornady bullets – are no exception.
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