When clay shooting - notably long left-to-right crossers - I am sometimes aware of giving the bird a different amount of lead than I do on those going the other…
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Beretta 486 Parallelo shotgun reviewed by Sporting Gun
Beretta 486 Parallelo shotgun: Jason’s impressed by Beretta’s latest side-by-side game gun… one that’s built to withstand hard work.
Do I need different nettings to match the background?
Pigeon shooting: Is it necessary to buy different colours of camo netting to suit seasonal changes to background vegetation? Can I get away with just one?
I have been asked to act as a Firearms Certificate mentor!
Firearms Certificate mentor: I have been asked to act as mentor for a friend of mine who has recently been granted an FAC, subject to having a mentor. Are there…
Is it worth sticking real pigeon wings to plastic decoys?
Pigeon shooting: Is it worth going to the trouble of sticking real pigeon wings to plastic decoys. Does it make them more effective?
Three men found guilty of poaching in Staffordshire
Three men found guilty of poaching in Staffordshire: Three men have pleaded guilty to poaching rabbits and deer with dogs on Cannock Chase on 24 November last year.
I really like to improve at shooting Down-the-Line!
I really like shooting Down-the-Line at a nearby club and can usually manage to hit up to 23 ex 25 each time with a number of second barrels. I would…
Is it illegal to sell the venison I get from deer stalking?
Deer stalking: Someone told me it’s illegal for me to sell the venison from the deer I shoot. I stalk on my own land so surely it’s okay to sell…
What’s the correct procedure after shooting a deer?
Deer stalking: What is the correct procedure you should adopt after shooting a deer; how long do you wait before following up, for instance?
Secondhand Miroku MK60 review
Secondhand Miroku MK60 review: There’s always a temptation to say "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." In other words, if something works really well, then don’t "improve" it by…
Can you explain the Hip X-ray scheme for gundogs?
Can you explain the Hip X-ray scheme to a simple chap like me?
I’m applying for a pistol for the humane despatch of deer
Humane despatch: I am going to apply for a pistol for the humane despatch of deer. I generally stalk Roe but also take the occasional Red and Sika.
What do you about ferreting in the summer months?
What do you do to fill your time with when you’re not ferreting during the summer months?
I give longish left-to-right crossers less forward allowance!
Clay pigeon shooting: Why do I seem to give longish left-to-right crossers less forward allowance than similar ones going the other way. Do other people see the same thing?
Do I need a variation on my Firearms Certificate for dogs?
If I need to shoot dogs that are attacking my sheep do I need a variation on my Firearms Certificate?
Pigeon shooting cartridges review
Pigeon shooting cartridges review: Charles of Just Cartridges zooms in on three new woodpigeon loads that deliver both great knock down power, and terrific value for money.
Are shell decoys worth using for pigeon shooting?
Are shell decoys worth using for pigeon shooting? I got a set of 12 as a present at Christmas but don't enjoy the same success as I do with my…
I might need an FAC variation for the badger cull!
FAC variation: I have been asked to get involved in the proposed badger cull. However that would mean a variation to my FAC and I’m concerned that the information might…
Is it safe to use rifle solvents on shotgun barrels?
Cleaning a shotgun: Is it safe to use rifle solvents on shotgun barrels to remove lead and plastic fouling? What cleaning agents do you recommend?
Will ferreting too regularly make my ferrets tame?
An old boy in the village tells me you shouldn’t handle ferrets too regularly because it makes them tame and less likely to work. Is he right?