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Airgun springers: Four of the best fixed-barrel options

Posted on 07/04/2022 by towens — No Comments ↓

Many fixed-barrel airgun springer fans claim their rifles can rival a PCP for accuracy, so Rich Saunders takes a look at four of the best to find out. Few things are more pleasurable in airgunning than submitting to the exquisite…

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The perfect airgun – does it exist?

Posted on 04/01/2022 by towens — No Comments ↓

Nothing’s perfect in this world, but when it comes to airguns, how close can you get and how much can you forgive? Chris Bentley investigates Beauty is in the eye of the beholder of course, but the Pro Sport has…

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Feinwerkbau 800x FT test w/ Thomas Bristow

Posted on 25/06/2021 by towens — No Comments ↓

Thomas Bristow manages to get through lockdown by borrowing a friend’s Feinwerkbau 800x FT – and very much likes what he sees. Adjustability is key for the Feinwerkbau 800x FT, with the trigger and hamster just two of the features…

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Outdoor airgun shooting w/ Andy McLachlan

Posted on 14/06/2021 by towens — No Comments ↓

Andy McLachlan recalls a time when the world was a little closer to normal and he paid a visit to a shooting ground for a spot of HFT. Andy takes on a long-range target on one of the HFT courses…

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Posted in Target Shooting

Rich Saunders’ pest control on his permission

Posted on 06/05/2021 by towens — No Comments ↓

Rich Saunders tackles a new pest problem on one of his smallest permissions. My very first permission, gained many years ago, is a field in the next village. It’s only a few acres, but wandering about the hedgerows with my…

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Posted in Features, Hunting

Buying a new airgun w/ Shawn Minchin

Posted on 20/02/2021 by towens — No Comments ↓

Shawn Minchin has a problem with one of his favourite air rifles, and while it’s a quick fix it’s also a good excuse to add another gun to his armoury. Shawn’s now the proud owner of both a Weihrauch HW95K…

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Great British Shooting Awards 2021: Public voting open NOW

Posted on 09/02/2021 by towens — No Comments ↓

The category shortlists have been decided for the third annual Great British Shooting Awards, and we can reveal them below. To cast your vote, just click on the link below:https://www.futureevents.uk/thegreatbritishshootingawards/vote The voting closes on March 7th, and winners will be revealed…

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Air rifles for kids – Richard Saunders tests some options

Posted on 08/02/2021 by towens — No Comments ↓

Richard Saunders looks at four rifle options for children (BSA Ultra JSR, Cometa 50, Milbro Accqr8 and Weihrauch HW 30K) and brings in some help to find the best

How to gain hunting permission

Posted on 08/01/2021 by towens — No Comments ↓

Struggling to secure some ground to shoot over? Mat Manning offers hopeful hunters some helpful hints to overcome the age-old obstacle of securing your first permission

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Airgunning from home: How to make the best of lockdown

Posted on 23/11/2020 by towens — No Comments ↓

With ranges closed and travel restricted, Airgun Shooter’s editor, Mat Manning suggests ways for airgun shooters to pass the time and raise their game during lockdown. From testing new pellets to tidying your kitbag, there is plenty to keep an…