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Whiscombe JW50 air rifle. It could be a superb investment and this is why
I’m going to talk about a modern gun the Whiscombe JW50 and one that is sure to be a collectable investment for the future. I would wager with anyone that…
Marlin Golden Model 39A rifle
Marlin Golden Model 39A is regarded as one of the most accurate .22 rifles ever made
Steel vs lead cartridges: a pattern emerges
We now have the transition away from traditional lead shot that has served so well for so long and, I hope, will continue to do so, even if some areas…
The importance of fitness on a shooting day
You know the feeling. You’re only two-thirds of the way through an enjoyable day’s shooting yet suddenly you feel wearier than a sleep-deprived dormouse. This morning you had all the…
Why location is crucial for setting up a hide
When I acquired my first shotgun, aged 14, I became obsessed with the pursuit of the few woodies that lived on our farm on Canvey Island. Though the farm was…
Why fieldsports is the best pastime
Fieldsports means so much to so many people. I never cease to find it amazing how diverse it can be. For many, it is a hobby that gives us something…
Charles Smith-Jones discusses the problem with rewilding
It’s a fashionable word that you seem to hear everywhere these days, but if you ask 10 people to define what rewilding means, you’ll get 10 wildly different answers. To…
Rizzini Venus
This is the first Rizzini I have ever laid my hands on. I tested this little gem courtesy of ASI, the importer, which loaned me a brand spanking new model.…
Thinking about making your own black powder cartridges? Read on …
Popping a few black powder cartridges through a vintage English shotgun is an unforgettable experience.
Venison kebabs with yoghurt and cucumber recipe
Venison kebabs with yoghurt and cucumber recipe Prep time: 2 hours – 1 day Cooking time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 450g venison steak, cut into 1in cubes For the marinade…
History of Skeet shooting: how it all began
The history of Skeet shooting Some 150 years ago, the shotguns that were putting a partridge or two in the pot for supper were using black powder explosive. It powered…
Testing shotgun ammunition – Richard Atkins shares his process
Shotgun ammunition performance is something that has interested me since my youth and still does. Some may not understand why this is so but therein is the key: the more…
Basic gundog commands: these are the ones you need to know
Over the past four years I have been running gundog training classes and have been taken aback about how confused people get with their basic gundog commands. And if the…
How effective are comb raisers on a shotgun?
I want to raise the height of my comb and see that you can buy off the shelf raisers. How effective are they?
Alan Pain’s Fernley Field Coat review
When it comes to shopping for country coats, one of the things I struggle with is finding a good ‘all-rounder’. There is a wide selection of beautiful coats available from…
Crate training a puppy – how to do it right
Q: We are due to get a new cocker pup and it will be living indoors. We have been advised that crate training a puppy is the right way to…
How to get the most out of fox calling
I looked at the subject of fox calling last summer, but as there’s only so much you can say in one article, I thought it worthy of further examination. In…
Testing steel cartridges during roost shooting
I’m still having pigeon problems on the two rape fields on the estate. The gas guns and flags aren’t working any more, so the damage continues. At least I found…
A guide to improving decoy patterns
We’ve all been there. Our days of reconnaissance have suggested a field will produce a bumper bag. We constructed the ‘perfect’ hide and the decoys are out, and we await…