London gunmaker John Rigby & Co. is offering a new selection of shotgun cartridges. The new cartridges claim to feature the latest developments in shotgun cartridge technology due to input from Royal Warrant-holding Hull Cartridge Company who loaded the cartridges. At 65mm (2.5 inches) in length, the cartridges have been designed to fit classic…
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Which are the best cartridges for vermin?
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 good accuracy, low noise and recoil, with enough energy to get the job done. The .22LR was later upgraded to…
.22LR subsonic ammunition reviewed
A .22 rimfire is largely considered by shooters who have used it to be an accurate vermin cartridge that’s budget friendly and straightforward to shoot with. On the other hand, the .22 often doesn’t have the respect and appeal given to stalking rifles and shotguns which results in a disinterested…
Shooters reject Weetabix claims on lead shot contamination
Shooting groups have questioned comments by Weetabix’s head of quality Keith Turnbull, warning farmers to avoid contaminating wheat grain with lead shot. In an article for the Combinable Crops & Sugar Beet Newsletter, Mr Turnbull said he receives wheat containing lead shot. He urged farmers to “stop this contamination occurring…
Shooting groups write new lead ammunition report
A second report on the possible health risks posed by the use of lead ammunition was submitted to DEFRA two weeks ago, authored by the four organisations that have been most closely involved in the lead ammunition debate. The new 14-page report, which has yet to be made public, suggests that…
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, but other times you can change a load significantly and it will show very little alteration. That’s why it’s important…
Lead ammunition: where’s the science?
No sound evidence, no change” is the firmly held position of every British shooting organisation on lead ammunition. This means that any regulations must first and foremost be supported by absolutely solid scientific evidence. “No change” is all about regulation. Does the evidence point to an incontrovertible need for more…
Long-range bullets for pest control
Most of us shoot no further than 150 yards, but some pest controllers have to take longer shots. George Wallace looks at the bullets that work best at long-range
Is it safe to remove rust from cartridges and use them?
It could damage your gun or the steel shot may have fused with the rust. But whatever you do, don't try to rust-proof ammunition with WD40...
Most important development in cartridge loading for 50 years
Gamebore's new wool eco wad ranks as the most important development in the world of cartridge loading for the last 50 years, according to Charles Bull of Just Cartridges says
How do you test cartridges?
Mike explains how we test cartridges and why we stopped explaining the hardness of a shot as a percentage
Are people using steel shot cartridges for pigeon shooting?
Pigeon shooting: In your opinion, are more pigeon shooters now using steel shot cartridges to keep costs down? The reason I ask is that nobody seems to be talking about the subject, yet clay shooters openly admit that they are using the stuff.
Value shotgun cartridges review
With luck we might get the sort of weather this year that makes clay shooting in summer so thoroughly enjoyable. With the continuing financial difficulties, all clay shooters are looking to use a product that provides what I call good value. But good value is not the same as cheap.…
Caledonian Clay Range cartridges come south of the border
The Caledonian Clay Range is starting the 2013 clay season with the launch of a new advertising campaign to promote its services south of the border.
Just Cartridges to offer cartridge discounts in April
For the month of April only, Just Cartridges are offering discounts on cartridges across their range.
What size cartridge do you use for pigeon shooting?
Pigeon shooting: If you could only use one size of cartridge for pigeon shooting what would it be?
Must I buy 2.3/4in cartridges for clay shooting?
I am a newcomer to clay shooting and have just bought a gun with 2.3/4in chambers. However, I find I can buy some cartridges with 2.1/2in cases which, the supplier tells me, are ideal for clay shooting.
Would sub-sonic cartridges make less noise?
Pigeon shooting: I have got a bit of a noise issue with a couple of villagers close to where I shoot. I can’t afford to splash out on a moderated shotgun but wondered if sub-sonic cartridges might be the answer.