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Airgun Ammo
Explore everything you need to know about airgun ammunition — from pellets and slugs to calibres, weights and ballistic behaviour. This section covers pellet types (diabolo, wadcutter, hollowpoint, slug), calibre differences (e.g. .177 vs .22), how weight and shape affect accuracy and velocity, plus advice on matching ammo to your airgun and shooting purpose (target, pest control, or small-game). Find practical testing tips, loading and storage best practice, and guidance on selecting lead vs non-toxic alternatives. Essential reading for shooters who want reliable performance, legal and ethical compliance, and the best results from their airgun.
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Airgun Ammo
Air rifle pellets or slugs?
Q) Can you explain the difference between air rifle pellets and airgun slugs? Both of these were stocked by hardware and sports shops more than 60 years ago, but now I can only seem to find the waiste...
By ShootingUK
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Airgun Ammo
Air rifle pellets or slugs?
Q) Can you explain the difference between air rifle pellets and airgun slugs? Both of these were stocked by hardware and sports shops more than 60 years ago, but now I can only seem to find the waiste...
By ShootingUK
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