Do we really need more legislation, or does it just interfere with our lives? Talking to a farmer recently, he lamented the disappearance of ground-nesting birds since his youth. He put this down to badgers – what he refers to…
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Gear up for crows and pigeons!
Mat Manning suggests some useful kitbag items for hunters now the control of pest birds is back on track STAY LEGAL – It is vital that you read, understand and adhere to the rules set out in the new general…
The Countryman with Mat Manning
PLEASE NOTE: This edition of The Countryman was produced BEFORE the revocation of the General Licences. Corvid control is a priority during the spring. Songbirds and gamebirds are nesting, which means an easy meal for crows and magpies, who are…
Airgun Shooter 122 is on sale NOW
The latest edition of Airgun Shooter is officially available to purchase! PLEASE NOTE: This edition of Airgun Shooter was produced BEFORE the revocation of the general licences. With peak breeding season threatening a population explosion of feathered pests on the…
Best airgun buys of 2021 – what makes our Gear of the Year list?
One reason airgun shooting is growing in popularity is because it’s a sport that remains accessible to all. With that in mind, we’ve gathered together some of our top choices of guns, optics and gear for a huge range of…
Scotland’s New Airgun Licence Explained
Airgunners in Scotland will need a Scottish Air Weapon Certificate to possess or use an airgun from 1 January, 2017. The UK’s leading airgun magazine – with the help of BASC Scotland – helps explain the new legislation, and how and when to apply for the new licence…
The air cartridge system – 10 years on
This year is the 10th anniversary of the loss of one of the most innovative airgun design concepts. Allan Crookston takes a look back at the air cartridge system that became the hallmark of British gunmaker, Brocock… and recalls his favourite handgun of theirs, the Specialist
