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Do I need a general licence or a game licence?

I have just been reading a recent issue about general licences. I have never had a game licence as my permission normally forbids the shooting of game, although I gather that a lot of people do not have one. Read more

What time of day are woodpigeons most active?

I'm just starting out shooting on my local farm and would like to know at what time of day are the pigeons most active? Read more

I need legal help following an arrest!

Two weeks ago I was arrested and given a formal caution for an offence I did not commit. Read more

What is wrong with old fashioned gun cleaning oil?

In a recent article you said that you don't like using old fashioned cleaning solutions containing soluble oil on guns. Can you tell me why? Read more

Is camouflage necessary when stalking deer?

Most folk nowadays wear camouflage clothing while stalking. Is this absolutely necessary, or is it just fashion? Does it make a stalker's job easier than, say, if he were wearing tweeds? Read more

What length knife is best for skinning a deer?

Are there any golden rules to stick to when buying a suitable knife and avoiding blades which are a complete waste of time? For instance, what do you make of knives with gut hooks at the tip? Read more

What is the best big rifle for shooting foxes?

In your opinion what is the best big rifle for foxes, taking into consideration the cost of the ammunition. What is the cheapest price I could buy one for? Read more

Does the radius of the pistol grip affect your shooting?

I read gun tests where reviewers sometimes mention the radius of the pistol grip but don't say whether a tight, or open, grip is a good or bad thing. What are your views on this? Read more