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Welcome to the shotgun section of ShootingUK, your complete guide to shotguns, shotgun shooting and the glorious pursuit of moving targets. Whether you’re pondering shotgun gauge choices or perfecting your shotgun technique (without overthinking your lead), we’ve got the answers.
Our shotgun content covers game shooting, clay pigeon shooting, and shotgun cartridge selection that actually matters. Explore shotgun reviews, shotgun choke advice, and practical tips on shotgun fitting and shotgun maintenance. From your first shotgun purchase to understanding why everyone has strong opinions about over-and-under shotguns versus side-by-side shotguns, we break it down clearly.
Discover shotgun shooting tips for driven game, rough shooting and wildfowling, plus shotgun safety guidance that keeps everyone happy. Semi-auto shotguns, pump action shotguns, shotgun cartridges, and all that shotgun gear you’ve been eyeing up. Our shotgun features come from shooters who know that the best shotgun is usually the one that fits you properly – and hits what you’re aiming at.
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I have two shotguns of different makes, which have both had a similar amount of use, one has shot loose and will need re-jointing while the other is still quite tight.
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Fife: The famous Kingdom of Fife has a lot to offer the sporting visitor from home and abroad.
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For a while now, I have been hand feeding a pet pheasant, ‘Mr P’ who appeared at the tail end of last season. I have noticed he has small dark lumps on his face. What are these?
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NewsRed-legged partridge hunting in the Balkans
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Llechweddygarth: Those who know good pheasant shooting know in Powys know Llechweddygarth.
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BASC has sent a letter to all local newspapers in the UK highlighting the benefits of game shooting and game meat.
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GearAre shotgun cartridges with long brass heads worth more?
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NewsShow restraint on wild partridges
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