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What are my chances of getting a shotgun certificate?
I was in prison for a violent crime 26 years ago and my life has changed dramatically since, but a firearms officer told me I have no chance of getting…
My dog plays with cold game during training
How can I stop him shaking cold game after he picks up a retrieve during gundog training?
Can I remove a condition on my firearms certificate?
My firearms certificate says I can only use my rifle if my friend who signed my ticket is there, but he has no more experience than I do
Pheasant breast with wild rice and smoked bacon
Another mouthwatering, delicious and easy to prepare pheasant recipe from top chef
Help fundraise for the GWCT with shoot sweepstake
GWCT sweepstake package contains everything necessary to help run a successful shoot day
Beretta Silver Pigeon Classic
The latest of Beretta's Silver Pigeon shotguns is billed as top of the line up and presents good value for money
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 can I tell if an amateur has tried to fix a gun?
When buying a gun it's wise to check for these signs that an amateur - and not a gunsmith - has tampered with the gun
Licensing price hikes must be met with better service
Robin isn't convinced that rising fees will create a better service for shooters as claimed
How can I get my Lab to cross a ditch to retrieve?
Pushing too fast with training has meant this Lab has skipped the most important instruction: 'get back'
Is it possible to put too many decoys into a pattern?
In theory you can't use too many, but beware that birds will turn wide if there isn't enough room to land safely
Is four meals a day too much for a 14 month Lab?
A 14-month-old Lab shouldn't need more than two meals; overfeeding like this will cause weight gain and may damage the joints
Why don’t people like using the .22 Hornet for fox control?
Other models out-range the Hornet and hit harder at closer ranges, but if it works for you then there's no need to change
Should I get my ferrets chipped and tattooed?
Their ears aren't really big enough to tattoo but a good working ferret is an asset and you should get yours chipped if you value it
How poor eyesight affects your shooting
Holland and Holland's Chief Instructor has advice for anyone whose shooting has deteriorated with their eyesight
Where does a .32 pistol for humane dispatch fall in the Firearms Act?
A .32 pistol is covered by both Section 1 and Section 5 of the Firearms Act
How do you test cartridges?
Mike explains how we test cartridges and why we stopped explaining the hardness of a shot as a percentage
Can I feed my ferrets too much fish?
Ferrets like fish, it makes their coats looks great and it's safe to feed them fish every other day
The pros and cons of shooting gun up
Shooting with your gun ready at the shoulder - also known as 'gun up' - is a sensible option. But it's not appropriate for all targets