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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

Airgun springers: Four of the best fixed-barrel options

Posted on 21/04/2021 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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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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Posted in News

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

Best pellets: how to choose the right one

Posted on 06/02/2021 by towens — 1 Comment ↓

Ammo Nation! As a country of airgun shooters, we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to our ammunition. Mike Morton offers some pointers to help you pick your perfect pellet

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Posted in Features, Gear, Hunting, Pellets, Target Shooting

Gun Test: Weihrauch HW 95K

Posted on 02/02/2021 by alicep — 1 Comment ↓

Mike Morton scopes out the Weihrauch HW 95K, which ditches the open sights of the original 95 version, and adds a moderator instead

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Posted in Air Pistols, Air Rifles, Features, Reviews, Tests

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…