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Welcome to the rifle shooting section of ShootingUK, where we discuss rifles, rifle shooting and the art of putting holes in things from a respectable distance. Whether you’re agonising over rifle calibre choices or trying to master rifle shooting techniques that don’t involve blaming the wind, you’re in the right place.
Our rifle content spans everything from deer stalking rifles to target shooting rifles, plus those crucial decisions like rifle scope selection that can make or break your day in the field. We cover rifle reviews (the honest kind), rifle maintenance tips that actually work, and rifle accuracy advice that goes beyond “just shoot better.”
From your first rifle purchase – that mix of excitement and mild terror – to understanding why your mate’s rifle bullet choice is definitely wrong and yours is definitely right, we’ve got you covered. Bolt action rifles, straight pull rifles, rifle optics, zeroing techniques, and all the gear that seemed essential at the time. Our rifle features come from shooters who’ve made the mistakes so you don’t have to.
Latest articles
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GearBrowning X Bolt 2 Distance Eclipse review: the best X-Bolt yet?
Bruce Potts puts the new Browning X Bolt 2 Distance Eclipse to the test, discovering why this premium walnut thumbhole model is his favourite version of the rifle to date.
By Shooting Times
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RifleCustom gun building: is it just a dream or reality?
Selena Barr quizzes some of Britain’s top gunmakers about the detailed process of building a custom gun and the price tag is just the beginning.
By Selena Barr
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GearCZ 457 At-One Varmint Match .22 LR review: a precision rimfire?
A rimfire that is well positioned for the range and the field, offering shooters exceptional value and refined ergonomics.
By Shooting Times
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GearAnschütz 1761 Classic review: the pinnacle of rimfire design?
Bruce Potts reviews the Anschütz 1761 Classic in .17 HMR. We test if this compact rimfire rifle lives up to the legendary Anschütz pedigree.
By Shooting Times
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Rifle buying guides
Five of the best premium stalking rifles for UK deer stalkers
Selecting a premium stalking rifle is about more than ballistics or weight. It also involves build quality, ergonomics and confidence in the field. A top-tier stalking rifle must offer durability, han...
By Shooting Times
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Rifle
Five rifles to tackle deer big and small
Your choice of rifle will not only come down to personal preference but will also depend on which species you plan to stalk, writes Bruce Potts.
By ShootingUK
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