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 ...
Airgun for rat control - how to go about shooting rats
WEBNov 8, 2022 · Air rifles are useful pieces of equipment for rat control. Use a backstop sensibly and effectively (usually a concrete wall in a farmyard) and an airgun for rat control can be safely and effectively used in places where you wouldn’t dream of firing a shotgun or rimfire rifle. In fact, although the limited power of legal limit (sub-12ft/lb ...
Choose the right cartridge - shotgun cartridges explained
WEBMar 12, 2020 · To choose the right cartridge you need: The right calibre. The right length for the chamber. The right shot size for your quarry. The right load to get the most efficient pattern at the distance you are shooting at. Modern guns usually have a chamber length of 2¾” (70mm) or 3″ (75mm) in length, older guns a chamber length of 2½” (65mm).
We pick out some of the best airguns around - ShootingUK
WEBNov 24, 2022 · 1.Airmaks Katran. Length: From 77.5cm. Weight: From 2.3kg. What it offers: Katran C/CB, Katran/B, Katran L/LB, Katran X/XB. Why you should buy it: AirMaks’ Katran is a high-end airgun that combines near-target rifle levels of adjustability with the practicality of a folding stock, making it a multi-role performer.
Applying for a firearms certificate: how to go about it - ShootingUK
WEBJul 8, 2023 · Ted. Sponsored by Skinner's, this week's dog of the week is Ted. Whether it’s on a small shoot in Kent or a larger one on the Isle of Sheppey, Ted is now in his fourth season of doing what he does — and loves — best, as well as being the apple of …
Walking stick gun - all about the history of this invention
WEBJul 18, 2021 · On 13 December 1876, Joseph-Célestin Dumonthier was granted British patent 4825 for “small arms combined with walking sticks”. The patent is extensive and goes into great detail, including cane guns that were fired by blowing the sliding bolt against the cartridge. However, among these rather fantastical contraptions is a walking-stick gun ...
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.
Shotgun certificate – how to get one - ShootingUK
WEBJun 12, 2023 · Whether you’re a seasoned shooter or you’re new to the shooting and have just bought your first gun, you’ll need to be in possession of a valid shotgun certificate. Or maybe you need to renew your shotgun certificate. Either way, here is the advice you need to get you through the process of getting a shotgun certificate (sometimes referred to as a shotgun licence, although certificate is ...
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.
Grouse shooting: 12 facts you need to know about the Glorious 12th
WEBJul 25, 2017 · According to recent research by the GWCT, grouse shooting on 140 “core” grouse estates in Scotland is likely to support a total of 493 jobs, £6.7 million worth of wages and contributes £10.7 million to GDP. 5. Grouse are wild birds. Unlike pheasant and partridge, grouse are born and reared out in the wild. 6.
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