by Karl Morley | Apr 14, 2025 | Airgun Advice
Quick Reference Summary ✔ Legal Power Limit: Up to 12 ft-lb (no licence needed) ✔ Age to Own: 18+ (under 18 must be supervised by someone 21+) ✔ Landowner Permission: Always required ✔ Must Not: Shoot protected species Let pellets leave your boundary Shoot without...
by admin | Mar 10, 2025 | Airgun Advice
The Right Pellet Matters Imagine spending hours at the range, perfecting your technique, only to realise your accuracy problems were down to the pellets you were using all along. Choosing the right pellet isn’t just a minor detail—it can significantly impact...
by admin | Mar 2, 2025 | Airgun Advice
Ensuring safety while enjoying airgun shooting in your backyard or garden can be tricky. Although no pellet (or airgun) is risk-free, specific ammo and practices reduce hazards like over-penetration, ricochet, and noise. This guide covers key considerations and... by admin | Dec 19, 2024 | Airgun Advice
Can You Legally Shoot Air Rifles in Your Garden in the UK? If you’re wondering whether you can shoot an air rifle in your garden in the UK, the short answer is yes—but only if you follow certain rules and legal requirements. Shooting air rifles comes with...
by admin | Sep 2, 2023 | Airgun Advice
Picture this: It’s a sunny afternoon, and you’re in your backyard, air rifle in hand, aiming at a target. You pull the trigger, and a loud ‘pop’ reverberates. You smile, pleased with your shot—but have you ever stopped to consider the impact of...
by admin | Aug 4, 2023 | Airgun Advice
Shooting rests come in many different forms, from bags to stick and full bench rests but are they useful and worth the money. Shooting Rest – Bench Rest The bench rest is probably the most expensive option of al the rest but it does have one major advantage. The...
by admin | Jul 31, 2023 | Airgun Advice
Air gun safety is paramount; although not as powerful as firearms, these guns can cause serious injury if not handled properly. Air guns use compressed air or gas to propel projectiles, such as pellets or BBs. They come in various types, including air rifles and air...
by admin | Jun 28, 2023 | Airgun Advice
Hunter Field Target (HFT) is a thrilling outdoor airgun target shooting discipline that simulates real-life hunting scenarios. It’s a sport that combines the thrill of hunting with the precision of target shooting, making it an exciting and challenging...
by admin | Jun 26, 2023 | Airgun Advice
What is a backstop? A backstop is a safety feature or device designed to stop or catch projectiles fired from the air gun. It acts as a barrier or target positioned behind the intended shooting area to prevent the pellets or BBs from travelling too far or causing...
by admin | May 27, 2023 | Airgun Advice
Understanding and Improving Air Rifle Accuracy Air rifle accuracy is a topic that often comes up among enthusiasts and beginners alike. It’s a multifaceted issue that can be influenced by various factors, from the rifle’s design to the shooter’s...