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Antique shotguns: I can’t understand why a top quality gun fitted with sleeved barrels by the original maker should command a lower price than one given a complete new barrel set by the same craftsm...
Spanish shotguns: A few years ago I purchased a Spanish 20-bore from a reputable dealer who did not know which gunmaker had manufactured it.
When clay pigeon shooting I average just over 90% at English Skeet and Down-the-Line but struggle at Sporting.
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.
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?