Gun design secrets: how subtle differences improve shooting

Posted on November 15, 2017 by alicep — No Comments ↓

Some shooters don’t realise that the subtle variances between the major shotgun makers are more than just different branding logos, so Vic Harker explains some of the design characteristics

Tagged with: Beretta, Browning, james woodward, Krieghoff, modern shotgun, Perazzi, Remington, shotgun design
Posted in Advice and tips, Features, Modern Greats, Skeet, Sporting, Technical, Trap

7 of the best new guns and gear

Posted on November 15, 2017 by alicep — No Comments ↓

With the gift-giving season fast approaching, we’ve rounded up 7 of 2017’s must-have guns and gear releases from the world’s leading manufacturers. Hand picked by our very own team, we’ve tried and tested these all new releases and they’re all…

Tagged with: blaser, clay busters, Clay Shooting, column, gear, guns, kreighoff, marocchi, must have, special trap
Posted in News, Reviews

How to become a clay shooting instructor

Posted on November 13, 2017 by alicep — No Comments ↓

As a top instructor at Holland & Holland, Steve Rawsthorne has plenty of advice for shooters looking to take that next step in their career

Tagged with: apsi, career, Clay Shooting, competitive shooting, holland and holland, shooting career
Posted in Advice and tips, Ask the Experts, Coaching

Interview: Ronnie Green

Posted on November 11, 2017 by alicep — No Comments ↓

With the premier young shots trophy in his cabinet, and an array of other championships an accolades in the books, Ronnie Green explains to photographer Huw Hopkins how he is on track for clay shooting superstardom…

Sneak Peak: Inside Ed Solomons’ kit bag

Posted on November 8, 2017 by alicep — No Comments ↓

Clay shooter and photographer Benjamin Lycett caught up with Ed Solomons to delve inside the former world champion’s gear Clay shooting offers a diverse range of personalities and a huge range of kit that shooters use to suit their needs.…

Tagged with: clay shooter, clay shooter world champion, Ed Solomons, hull cartridge, kreighoff, must have, Shotgun, world champion
Posted in Advice and tips, Features, Interview

5 Shoulder strengtheners to protect you from recoil

Posted on November 6, 2017 by alicep — No Comments ↓

Keeping your muscles strong and flexible is essential for any physical activity. The upper body, specifically our torso and shoulders, are incredibly important when it comes to shooting posture and your ability to withstand consistent recoil and maintaining the weight…

Tagged with: advice, Clay Shooting, clay shooting exercise, clay shooting skills, exercise, muscles, shoulder injuries, tips, tricks
Posted in Advice and tips, Coaching, Features, Technical

Gun Test: Krieghoff Special Trap

Posted on November 4, 2017 by alicep — No Comments ↓

The Krieghoff Special Trap is a full weight K-80, but not too heavy for any form of going-away clays, as Vic Harker found out. Tech specs Maker: Krieghoff Model: K-80 Trap Special Bore size: 12 Barrels length: 30in Action: Coil…

Tagged with: air rifle, airgun, gun, kreighoff, review, special trap, wild west gun
Posted in Reviews, Technical

Cartridge testing: Sovereigns and VIPs

Posted on November 2, 2017 by alicep — 1 Comment ↓

We have two premium grade clay target loads to examine today: one with fibre and the other using a plastic wad. Eley Hawk VIP Sporting Shot load: 430 grains Pellet (count per oz): 425 UK shot (size / CV): <7.5…

Tagged with: clay target load, Eley Hawk, Eley Hawk VIP Sporting, hull cartridge, Hull Sovereign Extended Range
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Q&A: An Interview with Amber Hill

Posted on October 30, 2017 by alicep — No Comments ↓

The Rio Olympics acted as an opportunity to start revving the engine for Amber Hill, but it’s all go from here – as James Marchington finds out… Q. How was 2016 for you? A. Last year was great. Starting off…

Tagged with: Amber Hill, Clay Shooting, Ladies Olympic Skeet Team, Olympics, rio 2016, Skeet, Young Sports Personality of the Year
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British Shooting marks Amber, Ed and Steve for podium success

Posted on October 27, 2017 by laurastrachan — No Comments ↓

British Shooting has announced the shooters selected for its 2017/18 World Class Programme. Selected for the top category – deemed most likely for a podium place at Tokyo 2020 – are Amber Hill (OSK), Ed Ling (OT) and Steve Scott…