I use only a .243 for muntjac and roe (100gr hollow point), but wonder what I need to use on larger red and sika? What do you recommend for each…
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How valuable is shooting instruction?
My mate reckons shooting instruction isn't necessary. What do you reckon?
Benelli Black Eagle 2 shotgun review
Benelli Black Eagle 2 shotgun: Italian shotgun maker, Benelli, have created another impressive semi-automatic: the Black Eagle 2.
AYA No.1 Sideplate shotgun review
AYA No.1 Sideplate shotgun: The AYA No.1 Sideplate is a shotgun that many game shooters will aspire to own.
Zoli Columbus shotgun review
Zoli Columbus shotgun: The Zoli Columbus will certainly turn some heads when out in the field.
Blood transfusions for gun dogs?
How far should you go to save the life of your most loyal shooting companion? This dilemma was faced by Leicestershire farmer, Peter Hornbuckle, when his cocker spaniel gundog collapsed…
Benelli Crio semi-auto shotgun review
Benelli Crio semi-auto shotgun: The state of the art barrel making process on this Benelli Crio shotgun places it one step ahead of the competition.
Will changing to a lighter gun affect my shooting?
My husband introduced me to shooting two years ago and I still use one of his guns, a 32in Browning B325 Sporter, which I find awkward to handle, and too…
Brian Friend widens his Hunting Act appeal
During his appeal to the Law Lords, UCSW member, Brian Friend, took his case beyond the hunting issue and questioned whether the protection of the Human Rights Act and the…
Browning Elite shotgun review
Browning Elite shotgun: With the Browning Elite, the shotgun buyer is being offered a little something extra.
What’s the difference between a purse net and a long net?
When catching rabbits, what's the difference between a purse net and a long net?
My gundog is non-reactive allergic. Help!
My black lab has been diagnosed as a non-reactive allergic dog. The only drug that works is Atopica, alongside a food supplement called Viacutan, as well as a shampoo. My…
BASC’s wildfowling policy is published
A clear statement of BASC's long-term commitment to wildfowling has been published.
How do you stop a gun dog from dropping short?
How do you stop a gun dog dropping the retrieve short of the handler or, alternatively, circling the handler on its return?
Why does my Labrador gundog not like feathers?
My three year old gun dog enjoys retrieving everything I shoot, except woodpigeons. He doesn't seem to like loose feathers in his mouth. Is there anything I can do to…
Shooting wildfowling targets
It's that time of year again, so it's time for the duck and goose shooters among us to look at wildfowling targets and the way they're presented on the shooting…
Clay shoot raises £193,000 for the Prince’s Trust
The annual Auchterhouse clay pigeon shoot, in aid of the Prince's Trust Scotland, has this year raised £193,000.
GCT unveil their new name and logo
The Game Conservancy Trust, one of the most respected research charities in this country, will be changing its name to reflect the relevance of its work on broader conservation issues.
Why can’t I get my usual rifle ammunition?
I am finding it impossible to obtain my usual rifle ammunition locally and the dealer says there's none in the country. Is the government trying to stop us shooting?
What’s the maximum kill range for pigeon?
What's the maximum range you reckon you can kill pigeons cleanly? I use 30gram sixes in my over-under.