Andy McLachlan’s got some high-end air rifles in his collection, but this time he takes a look at one from the opposite end of the fiscal scale The Chinese-made M16D may not be the most elegant of rifles, but the…
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Best value for money air rifles with Andy McLachlan
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Posted in Target Shooting
Posted in Target Shooting
Top tactical air rifle picks from Richard Saunders
When they first appeared, many dismissed bullpups as a flash-in-the-pan gimmick. Now, despite being true Marmite guns, they are an established part of our sport. Manufacturers are always looking to give us the next thing and though they’ve existed for…
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Posted in Features
Posted in Features
Daystate Huntsman Revere review with Mike Morton
Mike Morton tests the Daystate Huntsman Revere, and finds a rifle that stays true to its traditional roots, while adding in some modern twists. Daystate’s best-selling rifle is the Huntsman, and while it’s been subjected to numerous redesigns and improvements,…
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Posted in Reviews
Gamo GX-40: Gun test
Mike Morton tests the Gamo GX-40, a multi-shot PCP that retails for less than £380, to find out if accuracy and handling really do come at a cost. Mike Morton tests out the affordable Gamo GX-40 Most airgun shooters are…
Gun test: BSA Silver Star
Mike Morton takes a look at the BSA Silver Star – a target rifle with a split personality that offers two very different ways to shoot. It’s no secret that competition shooters will perform at their best when their gun…
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Posted in Features, Reviews
Posted in Features, Reviews
How to use a chronograph to calculate your gun’s power
Mike Morton explains how to calculate your PCP’s power curve sweet spot using a chronograph
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Posted in Gear, Q&A
Posted in Gear, Q&A
Gun Test: Webley Mastiff
If a rifle seems too long, but a bullpup seems too butt-heavy, Mike Morton offers you a third option with the semi-bullpup Webley Mastiff
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Posted in Air Rifles, Features, Reviews, Tests
Posted in Air Rifles, Features, Reviews, Tests
How to charge your PCP with a cylinder
If you’re shooting a PCP you’ll need to fill it with air, so Mike Morton explains how to get up and running with an airgun charging cylinder
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Posted in Features, How to, PCP, PCP
Posted in Features, How to, PCP, PCP
How to fill a PCP with air
There’s no dark art to filling the air cylinder, just remember two simple rules: fill the rifle slowly and keep everything free of dust and grit. 1. Male and female adapters PCPs are filled using male and female adapters. All…
