.22lr rimfire bolt-action rifles reviewed - ShootingUK
WEBAnschutz XIV Carbine. This version of the Model 64 has a 14″ barrel and sporter stock of walnut or beech. Longer barrels and thumbhole stocks are available. 2. Ruger M77/22 Carbine. The American-made Ruger is almost a miniaturised version of the company’s popular M77 full-bore rifle. 3. CZ 452 Style. A sporter-style rifle with synthetic ...
Best airgun pellets – our list of tried and tested picks - ShootingUK
WEBOct 10, 2022 · BUY NOW 4. RWS HyperDome Tin .177 4.5mm Non Lead Air Rifle Gun Pellets 200 Airgun Target Pest Control 231 81 62 BUY NOW I have yet to find non-toxic airgun pellets that group quite as well as traditional lead ammo, and they seem to be particularly affected by the wind which can have a serious impact on accuracy.
Renewing your shotgun certificate - what you need to know
WEBApr 14, 2023 · A shotgun certificate renewal is currently £62. Always post your renewal applications by recorded delivery to prove that you have done so and ensure safe arrival. You will need to supply the address of your GP practice. (Read more on GPs and shotgun certificate applications.) It is better to mention an illness than leave it off the form.
Airgun laws in the UK every air rifle user should know about
WEBMay 25, 2023 · As of 31 July 2023, airguns must be stored securely and out of sight when under-18s are present. Airgun ammunition must also be stored separately from airguns. While pellets must be stored in a separate place from airguns, they do not need to be locked away. To keep air rifles away from the wrong hands store them in a lockable cupboard or a gun ...
Black powder licences - here's what you need to know
WEBJul 29, 2020 · If you’re going to use black powder you definitely need to get a licence from the local police. You should get in touch with the same people who handle your shotgun and firearms certificate applications. You will have to show good reason for wanting to use black powder, but owning a gun proofed only for black powder will be sufficient.
Firearm certificate - how to get one and how to renew - ShootingUK
WEBOct 21, 2022 · A firearms certificate is valid for five years. It costs £88 for the grant and £62 for a renewal. (If you need to get a certificate for an FAC air rifle, read here.) Read the Home Office guide on firearms licensing law here. Below you’ll find information on applying for a firearm certificate in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Grouse shooting - ShootingUK
WEBThe grouse shooting season opens on August 12 and closes December 10. Grouse is a challenge for shooters because the birds fly fast, making them particularly testing. In addition the habitat of grouse makes them hard to spot – they are mostly found in heather moorland. The sport is regularly under fire by those that oppose it, from attempts to licence grouse moors to accusations of illegally ...
Air rifles for pest control - 10 of the best for different budgets
WEBSep 17, 2019 · BSA R-10 SE RRP: From £879. This tried and tested British-made regulated pre-charged airgun is solidly constructed, measures a fairly compact 102cm and weighs 3.2kg. It returns 190 shots from a full 232bar fill in .177 calibre and 250 in .22 and .25. The stock has a fully-adjustable butt pad, and comes in …
Issues with eye dominance - how to deal with them - ShootingUK
WEBFeb 13, 2023 · The problem with patches on lenses. A patch on safety glasses is okay for shooting trap targets but not for sporting/skeet or FITASC type targets, due to the acute angles thrown up.; Another problem with the ‘patch on the glasses’ method is that shooting glasses will always be slipping down your nose – placing the …
Air rifles - 10 questions and 10 answers to keep you legal
WEBJun 18, 2019 · Mat Manning answers 10 of the most common queries. 1. Do I need a licence to own an air rifle? In England and Wales you do not need a licence to own what is regarded as a “legal limit” airgun. This is an air rifle producing a muzzle energy not in excess of 12ft/lb or an air pistol producing a muzzle energy not in excess of 6ft/lb.
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