Move over Percy Stanbury, George Digweed is teaching the instructors at EJ Churchill to pass on his world-beating technique, and Clay Shooting’s James Marchington has the exclusive. Ask any shooter who they want to shoot like, and nine times out…
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Learning to Shoot, Digweed Style!
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The pest bet: 15 pieces of gear to keep pests at bay
In February, pest control moves to the top of many shooters’ agendas – so stock up on the right gear as we run through 15 pieces of gear and tech to keep pests and predators at bay. 1. Wicked…
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Right Up Your Street
Shooting Sports UK The media talk of “Deal or No Deal”, “frictionless” this and that; “backstops” and “double-backstops” has been draining. I suppose it is to be expected. It’s a sign of the times and perhaps we could be more…
Jewel in the Crown
The UK and Europe’s premier trade and retail shooting show returns to the NEC on the 15-17 February. More than ever, international brands are looking to make the British Shooting Show their home with areas such as Rifle Focus set…
Switlyk’s Twit Pics
‘Have you ever seen Outlander? I recently watched the first few episodes and it’s essentially like the tourist body for Scotland got together with Mills and Boon to create something that would irresistibly draw middle-aged women and their disposable income…
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A LAC Of Perspective
There seems to be a growing sense that ‘something needs to be done’ about technology. I don’t just mean the (entirely justified, in my view) middle class pre-occupation with children’s screen time, but a sense that something needs to be…
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Hoisting The Sales
MY LOCAL SHIP’S CHANDLERS CAN BE QUITE BUSY ON THE GROUND FLOOR. This is where they sell anti-foul paint, varnish, binnacles, line and life jackets. On the first floor they have sailing shoes and clothing. Just the other day, the…
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Laporting For Duty
Clay Pigeon Trap Makers Laporte are continuing their Clay Shooting roadshow, this time making a winning appearance at the Royal Signals Championships at Blandford Army Camp in Dorset. The Royal Signal motto, Certa Cito, translates as ‘Swift and Sure’, undoubtedly…
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On The March
In golfing terms, a caddie is always on hand to give insightful advice and support. They are aware of the challenges and obstacles of the course, along with the best strategy for playing it. Taking on similar responsibilities – albeit…
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Stuart Farr’s ‘fly on the wall’ observations of goods and services
When it comes to trade deals, Stuart Farr says that sometimes it’s difficult to work out what the fuss is all about. Do we need them? If so, why? I confess the constant reference to them makes me wonder where…
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