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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What are those pigeon shooting decoys that look like socks?
Last winter I went goose shooting with a guide and he used a brilliant set of decoys, made like wind-socks, that moved and fluttered in the breeze.
Some of the pigeon in my bag were a different type!
Pigeon shooting: Last year I had three outings on rape in December which produced a reasonable number of birds, some of which were a little smaller, and darker, than the others.
When deer stalking I noticed this buck’s left antler was broken!
When deer stalking I noticed this buck's left antler was horizontal. After the shot, I could see that the antler was malformed and at one time had been rubbing on the edge of his eye.
How you can tell if a deer head is of medal proportions?
How do I go about assessing whether a useful roe buck head is actually of medal proportions? Are there any rule of thumb guides I can follow?
Why was the shot cloud bright silver at the Olympics?
Nickel plated shot: It was fascinating to see flash clays disintegrating in the shot cloud during slow-motion replays in the TV coverage of the Olympic trap, double trap and skeet.
Are shotgun cartridges with long brass heads worth more?
Are shotgun cartridges with high brass heads worth the extra money? A gunsmith told me they are not, yet some club members insist they must be better. Who is right?
Gundog training in the spring and summer
Gundog training: The close season months take the pressure off gundog training.
Which guns for greys?
Squirrels offer the opportunity to match a variety of guns and techiques — it all depends on the squirrelling, says Bruce Potts
Holloway & Naughton shotgun at IWA Trade Show
See the Holloway & Naughton Brittania shotgun at the IWA Trade Show 2010 in Germany.
How do I shoot crow clay pigeon targets?
I hate crow targets! I struggle to judge where the apex of their flight path will be and try to kill them when they’re on the way down. What advice can you give me?
What’s your top tip for hitting midis consistently?
What’s your top tip for hitting midis consistently? I always have particular problems with this clay pigeon target.
Are flock coated decoys worth the extra money?
Do you reckon flock coated decoys are worth the extra money, and if so why?
How to check the stock on a side-by-side shotgun
It is important to assess a stock for wear and damage as a weak or damaged stock affects the integrity of the gun.
How old is my Miroku MK70 shotgun?
I have acquired a secondhand Miroku MK70, and wonder how old it is. I enclose a note of the serial number. Also, I wonder if it is a handmade gun?
How to check a shotgun’s lockwork
The functioning of a firearm is important, as there is nothing more frustrating on a shoot day than an unreliable gun.
Check the condition of your barrels
The condition of barrels inside the bore and outside is important and can mean the difference between a safe or potentially unsafe gun.
Do high-tech cleaning products improve accuracy?
Deer stalking: A friend has treated his rifle with some high-tech aftermarket product that is supposed to reduce fouling and increase both accuracy and velocity. He can’t honestly notice much difference but are you aware of any of these products that really do work?
Step by step: Check an old gun for wear and tear
When break-loading shotguns are closed, the barrels should fit tightly to the action.
Where can I get 12-bore black powder cartridges?
I have been left an old side-by-side which was part of a collection and has not been shot for many years. A gunsmith tells me it has only black powder proof. However, I am assured it is safe to shoot. Where can I get 12-bore black powder cartridges?