Best new shooting products in January

on January 20, 2021

A bit of a bumper month this time as we catch up with a few products released in the last quarter that didn’t make it into the Christmas gift list but remain worth your attention, along with all the usual groovy new stuff

Maximum Cartridge

Designed with high bird shooting in mind, Eley Hawk have added the brand-new Maximum cartridge to their game shooting range. Loaded in 38g No.3 and featuring an innovative Pattern Control Disk, the Maximum is the ultimate, hardest hitting fibre wad cartridge available, precision engineered for the most extreme shoot days.

RRP: TBC
Eley Hawk
0121 352 3277
sales@eleyhawkltd.com

FX Dreamline Stealth

A new customised tactical version of the already popular Dreamline, the Stealth looks set to fly off the shelves. The Stealth boasts a foldable stock, that’s magnetically secured, an adjustable cheek piece and a built-in detachable bag rider ideal for use with a shooting bag. T-slot rails run along the Arca Swiss rail, ideal for attaching M Lok accessories.

RRP .177 or .22 £1,315
Sportsman Gun Centre
01392 354 854
info@sportsmanguncentre.com

Element Optics Helix-6 24×50 FFP

Already a popular scope, but now in a first focal plane set up so that shooters can enjoy sharp reticule no matter what the magnification. This new version comes in mRad and MOA versions and combines the high-quality glass and easy affordability of the rest of the range.

RRP £427
Sportsman Gun Centre
01392 354 854
info@sportsmanguncentre.com

Wild Vest

Now you too can stand out in a crowd, thanks to New Zealand based cult clothing brand Swazi Apparel that has launched its new Wild Vest, a high-visibility, windproof gilet, which first appeared in the latest series of Wild Boar Fever, of which Swazi is exclusive clothing sponsor. You can have it in any colour you like, as long as it’s dayglo orange.

RRP £135
Swazi
www.swazi.co.nz

Arc’teryx Leaf Men’s RHO LTW Neck Gaiter

This wool/spandex neck gaiter keeps snow out and traps body heat in. Made from Merino wool, this neck gaiter is lightweight, and maintains moisture management and natural anti-odour properties. Just perfect for those overnight moonlighting shoots.

RRP: £40
Edgar Brothers
01625 613177
www.edgarbrothers.com

Highland Stalker Magnum

London gunmaker John Rigby & Co. has added to their range of Highland Stalker rifles by releasing their Highland Stalker Magnum Model, available to order in .300 Winchester Magnum.

The new model features a 14 1/4”, oil finished grade five walnut stock, fitted with a red rubber recoil pad. Three inches longer than the standard Highland Stalker, it features a 25” heavy sporter profile barrel.

RRP £14,395
John Rigby & Co
020 77 200 757
johnrigbyandco.com

Arc’teryx Alpha Jacket Gen 2

A waterproof, breathable, and durable jacket shell perfect for wet weather environment. The military fit allows for layering during cold weather conditions and its StowHood can be tucked away into its collar when not required.

RRP: £789
Edgar Brothers
01625 613177
www.edgarbrothers.com

Bushnell AR Optics Riflescope in 1-6×24

Featuring Bushnell’s illuminated BTR-1 reticle for fast and accurate target acquisition and to speed up switching between magnification they’ve provided two Throw Down Power Change Levers (PCL) of different length. The 6 mil per revolution turrets are capped to protect them from bumps and hard use. It utilizes a 30mm main tube, illumination is provided via CR2032 battery, and it’s IPX7 waterproof.

RRP: £329
Edgar Brothers
01625 613177
www.edgarbrothers.com

Hoppe’s Black Copper Cleaner 4oz

Vitally important for avid shooters with high round counts, Hoppe’s Black high-performance Copper Solvent will take care of copper fouling and leave your firearm in peak condition.

RRP: £18.99
Edgar Brothers
01625 613177
www.edgarbrothers.com

Rigby Leather Bracelet

This bespoke dark tan leather bracelet has been specially created for Rigby. Suitable for both gents and ladies, it’s adjustable and features Rigby’s iconic ‘double R’ logo and name embossed across the main band. Hard-wearing and durable, wear it anywhere adventure takes you.

RRP: £10
John Rigby & Co
020 77 200 757
johnrigbyandco.com

Rigby Boiling Out Funnels

Specially designed for pouring fluids, usually boiling water from the chamber end of your rifle, to flush out corrosive residues left by cordite propellants and mercuric primers. Crafted from brass and available in three configurations, each funnel is engraved with the Rigby name.

RRP: £200
John Rigby & Co
020 77 200 757
johnrigbyandco.com

‘Wato’ by Brian Watson

An autobiography by Australian big game hunter Brian ‘Wato’ Watson: a compilation of his early hunting adventures in wild Africa and other wilderness places to the present day. Great hunting yarns, told by a true original who has lived life, his book documents it with characteristic wit, warmth and attention to detail.

Price: £80
John Rigby & Co
020 77 200 757
johnrigbyandco.com

Rigby Art “Brace of Rhinos” Limited Edition Pencil Sketch

A limited edition (1 of 30) fine art print of two grazing rhinoceros by Geoffrey Lignon. Passionate about African animals, Geoffrey has tried to show the majestic beasts in true form, within their natural landscape of the African grasslands.

RRP: £375
John Rigby & Co
020 77 200 757
johnrigbyandco.com

Swazi Keiler Jacket

Swazi’s new Keiler jacket offers plenty in the way of performance, including two deep hand-warming pockets and wind repellent features, such as a drawcord hem, high neck and cuffed sleeves—making it the perfect layer for winter.

RRP: £110
Swazi
www.swazi.co.nz

Swazi Sable Vest

If you want to talk style and warmth, then let’s talk about the Sable Vest. Made from AEGIS windshield fabric, the Sable is cut to fit real women. It features a low cut back with two discreetly placed zipped pockets, guaranteeing performance with style.

RRP: £160
Swazi
www.swazi.co.nz

Swazi Dacha Jacket

The new Dacha jacket from Swazi is a ladies garment designed to be reliable and practical but also respective of the female form. While it’s impressively lightweight, the Dacha is manufactured from fleece, promising warmth throughout the coldest of winters.