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Whether you’re a seasoned shooter or new to the sport, discover trusted advice, gear recommendations and insights into countryside traditions that make shooting a cherished pastime.

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What’s holding me back when clay pigeon shooting?

When clay pigeon shooting I average just over 90% at English Skeet and Down-the-Line but struggle at Sporting.

By Time Well Spent
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Game shooting: Why we do it

Game shooting: Despite the name, game shooting is about more than just pulling the trigger; it is tradition, community and a shared love of the countryside. It certainly isn't about 'winning' either.

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Gear
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?

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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?

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Is my Benelli semi-auto suitable for pigeon shooting?

Pigeon shooting: Until now I have only ever shot clays but a friend at the gun club has asked me to go decoying with him. I only have a semi-auto – a Benelli – and wondered if it will be suitable?

By Time Well Spent