Sporting Gun
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…
How to breed from your working bitch
Tony Price offers a step-by-step guide to successfully breeding your working bitch
What do the different barks of a roe deer mean?
A colleague contacted me last week and told me about a roebuck that had barked at his presence in the wood, only to keep approaching him at a distance of…
The parts of a shotgun cartridge explained
The different parts of a shotgun cartridge explained
Taking a look at a used Steyr Mannlicher Pro Hunter
Should you buy a second-hand Steyr Mannlicher Pro Hunter? The gun was hailed as a major move away from the traditional Steyr Mannlicher market when it first appeared in the…
Proof marks, serial numbers and how to re-proof a gun
A frequently asked question in our postbag is “how old is my gun or can I date my gun from its serial number?” It’s usually asked by somebody who has…
How to read the clay target
Even with the best technique in the world, to succeed at a high level you must be able to size up a target in seconds.
The different spaniel breeds – which one would suit you best?
Don't overlook the minor breeds, like Clumber, Welsh springer or Brittany spaniels, although their natural hunting, retrieving and training ability probably won't be as strong as a Cocker or Springer
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…
How to get rid of moles
Moles ruining your lawn? Here's how to get rid of moles by trapping.
How to treat your dog’s pollen allergies
With the warm weather upon us, Dr Neil McIntosh reveals how to treat your dog's pollen allergies
Can I set up clay shooting on my own property?
Can you set up clay pigeon shooting on your own property?
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…
What is the best rifle for shooting foxes?
What's the best rifle for foxing? How should you choose?
Could prescription shooting glasses make all the difference?
When was the last time you had an eye test? If you’re overdue for a visit to the optician then it could make all the difference to your shooting. You…
What happens to urban foxes dumped in rural areas?
If you do much foxing you are doubtless aware that most farmers are worried to some extent about ‘drop-outs’ — urban foxes dumped in countryside, trapped foxes released on or…
Here’s why you should consider getting an FAC air rifle
A firearms certificate air rifle – known as an FAC air rifle – is over 12 ftlb in power meaning that the owner needs to have a Firearms Certificate to…
Here’s what you should know about trap guns and trap shooting
A trap gun is designed for trap shooting and not much use for anything else. Trap guns are specifically designed for the discipline. Features of a trap gun Long barrels,…
How to deal with eye dominance when shooting
Mary has her eyes opened to a shooting technique that stands accepted thinking – and teaching – well and truly on its head