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Brocock Safari XR review with Mat Manning

Posted on 09/05/2021 by towens — No Comments ↓

Brocock has given its semi-bullpup XR a Safari twist and Mat Manning reckons the new look is something to roar about. British gunmaker Brocock has adapted and evolved its winning semi-bullpup design considerably since its inception a few years ago.…

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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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Best break-barrel rifles for less than £300 w/ Richard Saunders

Posted on 26/02/2021 by towens — No Comments ↓

Rich Saunders takes a look at four break-barrel rifles that you can happily take hunting that cost less than £300 I’m lucky enough to have several permissions on which I take my pest controlling responsibilities seriously, even if they are…

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Top tactical air rifle picks from Richard Saunders

Posted on 18/09/2020 by towens — No Comments ↓

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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FX Impact MkII Compact review with Mat Manning

Posted on 28/07/2020 by towens — No Comments ↓

Mat Manning hits the range with the diminutive FX Impact MkII Compact, and concludes that good things certainly can come in small packages There is no denying that we are witnessing a serious trend for smaller and smaller bullpup airguns…

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Daystate Huntsman Revere review with Mike Morton

Posted on 25/07/2020 by towens — No Comments ↓

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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Brocock Sniper XR Laminate review

Posted on 20/06/2020 by towens — No Comments ↓

Brocock airguns are now equipped with an all-new sidelever action. A small change, but Mat Manning reckons it makes a big difference. Rolling development is a popular word in the marketing of modern air rifles, but is actually a very…

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Gun test: Norica Storm X

Posted on 22/04/2019 by towens — No Comments ↓

Mat Manning is kicking up a storm as he gets to grips with the Norica Storm X – a budget-busting break-barrel that boasts a host of handy extras. Basic break-barrel springers are a brilliant way to get into airgun shooting…

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Ripping it up with the RP5

Posted on 27/03/2019 by towens — No Comments ↓

Mat Manning gets to grips with the Umarex RP5 – an exciting new pump-action CO2 pistol that boasts awesome fast-fire performance. To say that the arrival of the Umarex RP5 has been eagerly anticipated is a huge understatement. I first…