OUR Verdict on the Chapuis Armes C35 Super Orion Classic If you’re looking for an all-round game gun with great handling and looks, then Chapuis Armes has designed a gun…
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How to buy a shoot on a shoestring
Many sporting folk dream about owning their own shoot. The idea can become a constant, niggling temptation and it is a recurring topic of discussion at shoot lunches. We all…
Piri-piri pheasant recipe
At the end of the season I like to make preparations for the freezer. I breast a lot of birds, take out the thighs and freeze a few birds whole.…
The pointing dog’s stare
There's an art to training pointing dogs, but once in position, it can take even more skill to move them out of their catatonic stance
Sweet and sour pheasant recipe
Full of flavour and crunch, Mark Hix’s sweet and sour pheasant recipe is a gamey take on a Chinese takeaway favourite and delicious with cold beer
Bergara Premier Highlander .308 Win rifle – a slimline workhorse
For stalkers looking for a light slimline workhorse, the Bergara Highlander rifle could be just the thing
Why it’s important to accentuate the positive when dog training
The world of gundog training is a rapidly changing place and handlers are now more than ever working on improving their dogs’ skills as well as their own. During the…
How to buy a gun that will hold its value
Investing in a gun might seem daunting but if you know what you’re looking for and what you want, it’s a good start, says Simon Reinhold
How to control foxes when they’ve become lamp shy
Lamping may be one of the most efficient ways to kill foxes but if you miss then, you'll have created a much fightier foe. Liam Bell outlines other options for…
What you should know about slip leads
Placing a slip lead on a dog correctly and how to buy the right size
How to use an air rifle to clear pheasant pens of rats
One evening that really sticks in my mind is a ratting session with my friend Kev Hawker in February. As the pheasant season had drawn to a close, we were…
What will be the long-term effect of COVID-19 on shooting?
What will be the longterm effect of COVID-19 on shooting?
Keeping an eye on you
Frost still clung to the grey carpet of oak leaves that clothed the forest floor. My breath hung around me in wreaths and you could cut the silence with a…
How to practice your shooting during lockdown
Many of us have a lot of time on our hands at the moment so why not get some shooting practice in at home, suggests Simon Reinhold
Can you give a rescue dog a home?
There are hundreds of gundogs out there in need of a good home. So instead of buying a pedigree puppy, why not investigate getting a rescue dog? If you haven’t…
How to use a Larsen trap correctly and effectively
A Larsen trap is an extremely visible form of pest control but using one needs be done correctly. A passer-by who spots a dirty Larsen trap with a dejected-looking calling…
Do springer spaniels get bored?
There’s one thing I’ve learned about springer spaniels in nearly 40 years of owning and working the breed: there’s no dog that loves to hunt more than a springer. And…
A recipe for bruschetta using pigeon breasts
A recipe for bruschetta that uses delicious and delicate pigeon breasts
Toyota Hilux
The Toyota Hilux has been shifting loads for 52 years and its latest incarnation lives up to that workhorse reputation
How to use traps for pest control
How to use traps for predators