BASC is calling on members of the wildfowling community to continue their positive contribution towards our duck wing survey to ensure we have the data to safeguard the future of our sport. The BASC initiative is responsible for collecting information…
Stuart Wilson familiarises himself with this week’s Gun of the Week CZ 452 American – the ‘first and last’ firearm for the hunter gatherer. My introduction to shooting came at an early age: rabbiting with my dad, keeping football pitches…
Get back to hunting in comfort! We have a dozen technical jackets ideal for summer stalks Caber Feidh smock Possibly the ultimate hill stalking smock, with a zip-in anti-midge veil for uninterrupted vision, but total protection. The veil zips into…
As demand for super-high-power airguns continues to rocket, Mat Manning explains the advantages and limitations of this specialist hardware It may have looked like being a flash in the pan, but the hunger for super-high-power air rifles appears to be…
Mike Powell gives his verdict on another Savage Arms speciality – this time, the Model 16 AccuStalker. The American firm of Savage Rifles really needs no introduction as the name has been synonymous with well-built, accurate and reliable rifles for…
The UK’s four biggest cartridge-loading companies want to put the brakes on the five-year plan to phase out lead shot for live-quarry shooting, which nine rural organisations put their names to last Monday. Eley Hawk, Gamebore, Hull Cartridge and Lyalvale…
Whether it’s for accurately identifying and spotting your quarry or for safety, a bright and versatile torch is one thing you should always carry. Most newcomers to the sport tend to start out shooting during day light hours, but the…
Game shooting doesn’t have to break the bank – here are a range of shotgun and cartridge options ideal for shooting quarry on a budget Yildiz Pro Black The Yildiz Pro Black is an attractive under and over with a…
Think rangefinders are all alike? Think again. There’s a huge amount of variety on the market, as this impressive selection shows Leupold Marksman 1000 Part of the limited-edition Marksman range, the Leupold Marksman 1000 Rangefinder combines a lightweight, streamlined design…
