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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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Webley Mosquito Express .22 review with Mike Morton

Posted on 03/05/2021 by towens — No Comments ↓

Mike Morton test the Webley Mosquito Express in .22 calibre, finding a pellet that’s a little lighter and a little faster than the norm. Webley Mosquito Express pellets were a big hit when they first came out, but then to…

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FX Maverick review w/ Mat Manning

Posted on 18/04/2021 by towens — No Comments ↓

The new Maverick from FX Airguns combines proven features with an innovative dual regulator system – Mat Manning gives his verdict on this exceptional PCP. Swedish gunmaker FX Airguns is known for making some of the finest PCPs in the…

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Airgun accuracy: unlocking the Weihrauch HW45’s potential

Posted on 29/03/2021 by towens — No Comments ↓

Airgun enthusiast Phil Hooper attempts to unlock the accuracy potential of the iconic Weihrauch HW45 spring-powered pistol Phil’s happy to shoot his target pistol standing, but his preferred technique with the HW45 is to adopt a sitting position As a…

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RWS Power Bolt review w/ Mike Morton

Posted on 10/03/2021 by towens — No Comments ↓

Mike Morton tests the RWS Power Bolt, a pellet that’s not sure if it’s a bullet or a slug, but knows without doubt that it’s very heavy Without meaning to sound too controversial, the standard diabolo of average weight is…

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Questions in glass bedding and more in the latest Q&A

Posted on 04/03/2021 by towens — No Comments ↓

Struggling with a scope? Having hassles with your hunting? Well, don’t despair because you’ve arrived at the right place to discover remedies for your airgun anxieties! Whether you’re looking for a quick fix to a nagging problem or simply want…

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Weihrauch HW98 Grey Laminate review w/ Mat Manning

Posted on 03/03/2021 by towens — No Comments ↓

Mat Manning puts the Weihrauch HW98 Grey Laminate through its paces and concludes that a spring-powered airgun doesn’t have to be a compromise. How will the Weihrauch HW98 Grey Laminate do on test? The Weihrauch HW98 Grey laminate is shortlisted…

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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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Mat Manning tests out the FX Impact MKII

Posted on 04/02/2021 by towens — No Comments ↓

FX has revamped the highly successful Impact with a MkII model – but could it improve on this pioneering bullpup? Mat Manning takes it to the range to find out FX Airguns has a reputation for making some of the…

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Baracuda Green pellet review with Mike Morton

Posted on 26/01/2021 by towens — No Comments ↓

Mike Morton remains environmentally friendly for his latest ammo test – the lightweight and lead-free Baracuda Green from H&N I know several shooters who’ve tried lead-free pellets, only to find their performance lacklustre. But I recently tested Field Target Trophy…