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Welcome to another issue of
Gun Mart, the best shooting magazine
around! We are very proud to offer
shooters such a wide selection of gun,
optics and general accessory tests, as
074 well as clothing, militaria and antiques
etc. It takes a real team effort to get the
210 magazine onto the newsagent’s shelves,
dropping through letterboxes, and getting
it to those who subscribe digitally.
We have another packed issue for
you and in ‘Airguns’, I‘ve been enjoying
my time with two very different but
very impressive guns. The Weihrauch
HW110K PCP is a shortened version of
the synthetic-bodied 110 and this tiny
new variant handles like a dream and
shoots tiny groups down range. I’ve also
had the pleasure of shooting a steel BB
firing M4 carbine, the Hellboy, and it’s
perfect for a bit of informal plinking.
118 In the ‘Shotgun’ section, Bruce Potts
trials two semi-autos, the Armsan A636
BUSHCRAFT & OUTDOOR AIRSOFT in .410 and the Huglu GX512 in 12-bore.
In ‘Firearms’. Pete Moore looks at a
108 Cutting-Edge Kit: This issue’s round-up 210 Gun Test: Bill Thomas looks at one of
brace of custom AR15s and the Ruger
of reviews of knife and multi-tool kit their latest Krytac collaborations in the
Precision Rimfire, all in 22LR. In ‘Airsoft’,
112 Practical & Tactical: Essential kit and form of the War Sport Industries LVOA-C
Bill Thomas checks out skirmish sites
clothing for the active outdoorsman and 214 Airsoft Sites: Bill Thomas carries on his in Dorset and Devon and spends time
woman ‘airsoft odyssey’ into the West Country, to with a Krytac LVOA replica; so, there’s
FIREARMS look at what’s on offer in Devon and definitely a real mixture and we also
Dorset have a Night Vision and Lamping special
118 Gun Test: Bruce Potts opts for the quiet
218 Airsoft Gear: Bill Thomas looks at two feature, which is perfect as the daylight
life, as he tests the Remington 700
of the latest, upgraded pack models from starts to fade. We’ve had a great summer,
Magpul in 300 Blackout
so here’s hoping that the winter isn’t too
Direct Action and likes what he sees
123 Nightvision Special: 10 pages of all severe to bring us down with a bump.
the products you could ever need to find MILITARIA MART One potential fly in the ointment
your target quarry at night 222 News & Diary Dates: Including militaria for young airgun shooters, is a proposal
144 Gun Test: Pete Moore marvels and fairs, museum dates, living history and ‘to prevent a person under the age of
cringes at a couple of custom creations re-enactment events 18 from having an air gun on private
from Gun Fellas and finds far more 228 Auctions: All the highlights and the bids land other than as part of a sporting
club’; BASC are on the case, so let’s
practical rifles than he imagined on the best from the latest UK militaria
hope these proposals are thrown out!
166 Scope Test: You don’t have to spend a auctions
So, keep on buying, reading
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Bruce Potts discovers as he tests some at the use of the humble bicycle by and as ever, shoot safely!
fine examples from Hawke military units around the world
178 Gun Test: Pete Moore gets a bit excited
about Ruger’s latest rimfire rifle that’s a
241 This Month in History: John Norris
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kind of little brother with big potential occurred this month and marks their Editor
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Alan Westlake looks at how to start shooting pistols for the UK team…
M
ost of you will
know that the
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formed by Pistol Shooters to
fight the proposed ban on the
private ownership of pistols
after the shootings at
Dunblane. Unfortunately, we
were not successful and in 1997
we had to hand in our pistols and
the sport of pistol shooting in UK
was destroyed. Or was it?
In spite of the best efforts of
many self-serving politicians, the
sport survived. Muzzle loading
and air pistols were still allowed
by the Firearms Act. Then came
.22 LR Long Barrelled Pistols as
well, then centrefire calibre Long
Barrelled Revolvers. Now that Pistol shooting at the London Olympics
more manufacturers are
producing LBPs, the range of the Home office and many These days, it is different, it is up to World Class and, if you
choice has expanded and pistol Chief Constables. They offer done with an air pistol. You can have the ability and dedication,
shooting is thriving and getting competitions using Pistols, learn to shoot accurately with an they will help you progress from
stronger as time goes by. Revolvers, Rifles and Shotguns. air pistol much sooner, because a ‘club shooter’ to an
The MLAGB is the body that you can train at home, provided ‘International Athlete’.
is responsible for Muzzle Loading The future that you can get a reasonable With the advances in design
Pistols and they must be thanked Strangely, the route to get to distance to shoot safely, ideally 10 and the development of 5-shot
for persuading the Government shoot for Great Britain in the metres, but 7-yards would suffice. air pistols, there is a growing
not to ban ML Pistols. ISSF competitions is probably All you need is an air pistol, a interest in using the airgun as a
Unfortunately, they only offer simpler now than it was before pellet catcher, some targets and training tool for 25m Standard
single-handed, slow-fire shooting 1997. In the 1980s, you started some pellets. Initially, you need to Handgun and Standard Pistol, as
with Black Powder pistols. They by joining a pistol shooting club; shoot slow fire precision, the well as the Olympic Rapid Fire
are in danger of being side-lined which meant that you could match is 60 shots long, so you Match.
by people shooting their Muzzle only shoot once or twice a week will need to build up stamina. The first stage of your journey
Loading Revolvers in the more and progress could be slow. to the World Championships or
active competitions offered by Then you shot in club, then All in hand the Olympics is to get to a
the NRA, such as the Timed and County and National You don’t need an expensive reasonable standard that will
Precision and Multi Target Competitions. When you pistol at this stage, a spring allow you to enter local county
Matches. These are currently achieved over the qualifying powered pistol with plain open and region competitions. Once
being shot by the long-barrelled score in a County or National adjustable sights will suffice, until you start to obtain good scores in
pistols and revolvers and Gallery Match, you could apply to shoot you get the bug and decide to these matches, you can apply to
Rifles and are now being taken in the National Squad Trials. If ‘go for it’. join the British Shooting Talent
up by ML revolver shooters. you did well enough in the trials, British Shooting is now the Network, which will help you
There is also a strong you would be invited to join the authoritative body for ISSF improve and develop your skills.
following for Practical pistol National Squad. This is when shooting in the UK. They run a Have a look at British Shooting’s
shooting and the UKPSA is the real training and hard work comprehensive training and website, to see what they can
flourishing, much to the horror of started. coaching system from grass roots offer you.
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› After many years of and highly efficient. They unproofed moderator for Parker-Hale launch their new
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development, Parker-Hale are also easily stripped for airguns. All silencers are ½-inch
have launched their new cleaning. The strength to weight UNF thread and proven to
range of Accurate Rimfire ratio is superb, with the quieten muzzle report down to Parker-Hale Silencers are
silencers. silencers weighing in at just a whisper. Each silencer is distributed to the country sports
The Parker-Hale Accurate 248g. The range consists of packaged in a carboard tube trade in the UK by John Rothery
Rimfire silencers are lightweight, proofed silencers for .17 HMR which can also be used for (Wholesale) Co. Ltd.
compact, low profile and .22 L.R, as well as an storage. www.bisley-uk.com
SILVA SERVICE
› The new collection of Cordura Nylon and feature a this jacket include the
ShooterKing outdoor Shoottex membrane, making detachable and
shooting and hunting these trousers waterproof, adjustable hood, which
attire has now arrived windproof and highly can also be concealed
with Thomas Jacks. There breathable. The design has away into the collar.
are a wide variety of products many functional features, This jacket has plenty
from the 2018 collection from high waist protection to of storage, with pockets
now available, including pre-shaped reinforced 100% which include, two
the latest Silva collection: FORTIS Cordura Nylon knees. side pockets, two
Where storage capacity is interior pockets, for
Silva Trousers of importance to its wearer, safe carry of those
SRP: £279.95 these trousers offer a variation essential and
The Silva Trousers have been of pockets, including two valuable items and
constructed using 100% front pockets with a button two front cartridge
and flap cover, two large side pockets, featuring
cargo pockets with zips and ammunition loops on both
pop button flaps on each linings and two open pockets
PRIC
leg, a pocket to carry a knife beneath.
VARI E:
featured on the right leg, two The Jacket also includes a ES
deep open hip pockets and chest pocket with a zip and flap
two back pockets with zips. and a back pocket with two YKK
zip access points. Not only this,
Silva Reversible but the cuffs are elasticated
Jacket with adjustable Velcro sleeves
SRP: £249.95 (Inc. VAT) and an adjustable waist.
A reversible outdoor Jacket,
ideal for outdoor shooting Silva
sports and part of the Silva Reversible Cap
Collection, the Silva Reversible SRP: £39.95
Jacket has been constructed Another addition to
from 100% Cordura Nylon and the Silva Collection
features a high quality by ShooterKing is the
laminated Shoottex Silva Reversible Cap,
membrane, making this constructed from an
jacket 100% waterproof, extra hardwearing and
windproof and highly 100% FORTIS Corudra
breathable. Nylon. The cap features
The main feature of this a reversible blaze camo,
style of jacket is the includes a Shoottex membrane
reversible blaze camo liner, for high breathability, is resizable
as well as the reinforced and has detachable ear flaps
FORTIS Cordura Nylon and an adjustable lock.
elbows. Other features of www.thomasjacks.co.uk
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top shooting products and services
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Name: Tier One 180mm Tilt Carbon Tactical Bipod
Price: £289.50
Pod Lock: £13.95
Foot options: £45
Leg extensions: £45
PRICE: Bipod Picatinny rail adaptor: £29.85
£289.50 Contact: RUAG. (distributors) www.ruag.co.uk
Tier One. Tier One (manufacturers)
www.tier-one.eu
The Tier One 180mm Tilt Carbon Tactical Bipod showing how the legs
can be extended, along with the optional claw feet and Pod Lock
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AimCam Pro2
Package Deal
Reviewer: Chris Parkin
› AimCam glasses are a great position and perspective. There
way to capture the shooter’s was an expected split-second
perspective of many shooting delay between the two devices,
sports. The latest Pro 2 version which is common to all WiFi
updates to the tougher camera, items like this, but video can be
with a Gorilla Glass lens and controlled from the phone or
AimCam Pro 2 Glasses used with a shotgun, note the camera’s proximity
greater video quality from a with two push buttons on the left to my angled line of sight
state-of-the-art Sony 1080P arm of the glasses. There are two
CMOS sensor. Full HD video tiny recessed LEDs to indicate of any footage recorded in camera very close in to your eye
running at 30 frames per second power on (red), recording (red photo or video mode. and depending on how low your
will capture the best image flashing) and WiFi (blue). These Setup is either left or right- head presses into the comb, the
quality to record your can be seen in your left eye’s handed with the miniature physical space to organise the
environment, although if you ultimate peripheral vision but not camera unit sliding along the elements may be pushed to the
want more specific slow-motion distracting, you must really look glasses frame at eyebrow level, limit. I dip my head quite low
feedback, the 720 setting records toward your upper left corner. with a compound spring ball onto the comb, with my sightline
at 60 frames per second for The internal battery charges from joint enabling exact positioning across the bridge of my nose as
superior high-speed action any USB port and lasts between vertically and in rotation to align my head turns. This means I like
capture, especially shot strings in 1.5- to 2-hours, depending on with your specific sightline for large ‘Dennis Taylor’ type glasses,
the air and clay pigeons breaking. temperature; and, if connected the image you want. Seeing the so some users may feel a little
WIFI connectivity lets you live to your PC, enables downloading rib is nice but it does need the too confined with the available
stream your sightline directly to space through these relatively
the AimCam APP on IOS or : ‘shallow’ lenses. Alternatively, set
PRICE
£225
Android mobiles and tablets and the camera over the left eye (for
this is mandatory when initially a right eye shooter) to enjoy the
setting the camera position to video with less interference,
your exact viewing perspective. yet a little less exact sight line
placement. For more dynamic
Going live shooting disciplines, such as
Live streaming and connection airsoft, tactical rimfire or PSG
to my iPhone was good, with more fire and movement,
always connecting reliably, do be aware that the camera will
which is a critical factor on kit generally point and see slightly
these days. It’s also helpful for to your left when your eyes are
coaching, but you must consider parallel looking forwards. Real
that the picture will not quite shooting is not unrealistic ‘Call
be perfectly as the eyeball itself All supplied components are well-made with excellent protection for of Duty’ with linear forward
sees it depending on camera your eyes and the camera particularly for airsoft shooters or paintball perspectives on both movement
Reloaded Battery kit is part of the complete package with 5 hours The effective clamshell case holds spare clear and black lenses
extra runtime for 320-minutes of HD footage on a 32GB SD card. as well as the small Torx driver, the camera’s careful delicate
Extra cards are advisable with this much battery capacity positioning won’t get nudged
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and gun sights! Aluminium arms set up for a view down the rib,
holding the camera have small you are likely to realise there
teeth to grip and lock down are ‘dead spots’ in your field
the camera, this new design of view when you first see and
also allows for a greater range track targets, before you even
of movement. The clamshell mount the gun, and that is why
carry case protects this careful I preferred to keep the unit high
setup from any accidentally on the frame and more forward.
forced movement, as well as The lens’ field of view is broad
storing all the other accessories without any fish eye effect and
including a tiny Torx key to a few hours of playing around
tighten the double ball joint. with the setup gives you a great
compromise to see and choose
Rabbit on the ground before bouncing against the sky, note the camera
Clay busting personal preferences. Having is to the left of my right eye to avoid disrupting my view down the rib
I used the unit when shooting a friend to view in real time
clays, as I thought it was the on your Wi-Fi device is great
hardest job to tackle in terms and you can quickly download
of alignment, visual needs and complete videos to the phone.
was pleased to see footage of
clays being tracked if not always What's in the kit?
capturing the broken chips This package kit includes a
when I did strike. Changing coiled cable to attach the backup
over to 720P would have ‘Reloaded’ battery, offering up
improved this but it’s amazing to 5-hours extra run time. A
to watch yourself shoot, seeing 32GB class 10 SanDisk micro
the speed of movement in the SD card is supplied that will
gun that you never appreciate store up to 320-minutes of
when actually shooting. Black footage automatically divided As the rabbit bounces, the fast-automatic brightness control needs to
or camo frames are supplied into 10-minute segments. Extra dim the image slightly for an average setting
with three pairs of high impact cards are not expensive and
interchangeable Z87+/EN166F easy to swap on the underside Starting and stopping the video from your head, breaking the
2mm thick clear, yellow and slot in the left arm. Sound or taking still photos is merely seal needed for full hearing
black lenses supplied for light recording is pretty good and a short button press away. protection. Depth of field
conditions. They are 100% UV captures backgrounds well, but The weight is unnoticeable is very deep, showing from
resistant in rapidly changing the voice of the actual wearer at about 80g, but the downside about 25cm to infinity in
conditions. The quicker can be quite loud from such is the bulky arms do force focus, with enough definition
response and anti-bloom proximity to the microphone. conventional ear defenders away to see small objects like mini
functions of the camera should clays high in flight if they are
compensate more quickly for "Live streaming and connection sufficiently contrasting with
the background illumination. their background. Although
Imagine shooting a rabbit clay to my iPhone was good, always described as HD, (something I
against the dark earth before find somewhat vague with any
the second of a pair is a high connecting reliably, which is a product), you don’t get a video
crosser traversing a bright output that will benefit most
blue sky – that is when you critical factor on kit these days" from modern display screens
appreciate the faster response and as a total side matter,
automatically controlling mounted centrally looking
brightness of the recorded forwards, the AimCam glasses
image. A rabbit bouncing high are fantastic for instructional
is a definite challenge though videos and procedures where
and you really start to realise seeing what is being done
your own human eyes are so real time and from a central
good with response speed you perspective pays dividends!
never realised was so quick. Controls are simple and effective with the twin
The overall size of the frame lights high up to the left for your peripheral vision Conclusion
has been reduced and the nose I think the AimCam Pro 2
bridge has been reduced in glasses are a great bit of kit
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
size, allowing for a better field at a good price but be aware
of view when aiming but the Name: AimCam Pro2 Package Deal that they have a few limitations
simple fact is the closer the Price: £225 in terms of physical size
camera is to your exact line of Contacts: AimCam www.aimcam.co.uk
and camera position in your
www.aimcam.co.uk/products/package-deal-1-aimcam-pro-2
sight, the more it invades your field of view, which is more
precious field of view. When noticeable for shotgunners.
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Pull Gauge
Reviewer: Mark Camoccio
› I don't deny that, as time
has gone by, I have become
increasingly obsessed with
light triggers, and of course
my interest in competition
shooting is to blame. But
whilst many shooters and friends
don't seem anywhere near as The Lyman
concerned about this aspect as Trigger Gauge is
myself, the need for a correctly a brilliant tool for
the enthusiast The gauge comes
functioning, predictable trigger
in a neat carry case
unit, is universally accepted.
Of course, trigger
performance varies widely
between a simple design, with
just two or three sears, and an
ultra-sophisticated match unit,
with many more components
and levers to reduce the weight.
But the principle remains the :
same; namely that the trigger PRICE
5
needs to release the shot at the £89.9
same point each time. Being
able to accurately check the
trigger pull on a gun is therefore case, and with a removable where airguns are concerned in a
of great benefit, and on show trigger hook, the whole design is workshop scenario, perhaps into
here is a neat little device for any remarkably compact. The gauge a padded pellet catcher. With the
enthusiast out there, who wants features an easy to read LCD gun secure, the trigger hook can
to take the guess work out of this display, and read-out figures then be pulled against the trigger
important aspect of our shooting. can be instantly converted blade, and this is where that roller
from Imperial 'English' to Metric tip design comes into its own,
Neat design measurement at the press of keeping the gauge in position.
The Lyman Electronic Trigger Pull a button. The display can be If you prefer to take an
Gauge is a battery operated (9- switched between pounds and average weight, then the Lyman
volt) electronic gauge, designed ounces or grams by using the gauge can calculate an average
to accurately measure the gun's 'LBS/GM' button and can read weight of pull from up to ten
trigger pull weight. The gauge right up to 12lbs in weight. But separate weight readings. In short
comes supplied in a neat carry let's face it, if the pull weight goes then, this gauge is very neat, and
beyond that, the gun is best sold works really well. As with many
for scrap, as you won’t hit much! aspects of the shooting sports,
The roller tip keeps contact precise
confidence in the equipment
Easy to use can make a big difference, and
Obviously, safety is a key in that respect, this Lyman gauge
consideration when using this is an invaluable tool, allowing
product, and that means having as it does, the serious shooter
the gun safely supported where and enthusiast alike, to keep
it can fire either down range, or a check on the hardware.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Name: Lyman Trigger Pull Gauge
Price: £89.95
Contact: Hannam's Reloading Ltd.
www.hannamsreloading.com
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Giena Tactics now have a really
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of clothing and equipment
available, and their designs
appear to be constantly dated
to incorporate new ideas and
new, interesting directions.
The Giena In addition to some solid
Raptor combat uniform Shirts and Pants, they
shirt features offer some great Combat
reinforced
shoulders, low- Shirts, currently five models.
profile sleeve Their new Raptor shirt and
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tweaks, including reinforced It's light, comfortable and for further camouflage options.
shoulders, low-profile sleeve protects from direct impacts very Of course, I also wanted an
pockets with velcro panels, and well indeed. This model uses up-to-the-minute helmet
close-fitting arms with integrated wide velcro in all adjustment option and went for the
padding. The knitted, wicking areas, allowing for an excellent Ops-Core Professional
fabric on the torso gives a great, fit. I will say there’s a bit of a Plus helmet cover; made
comfortable fit and prevents ‘Crye’ feel to the shirt and pant, for a genuine Ops-Core
the shirt pulling up and out of but the devil as always is in lid, this can be a bit
the trousers. The pant is equally the detail, and the placement of a struggle to fit to
impressive; the main feature is of adjustments is enhanced to some airsoft replicas
the integrated knee protection. give the very best fit possible! but it’s well worth the
effort! It’s designed to fit
Padded Headgear real Ops-Core Fast, Sentry
The Ops-Core Professional Plus
elbows In addition to the RAPTOR gear, I and similar models and securely
helmet cover has Velcro tabs
are a also got in a ballcap, and Giena’s attaches with Velcro tabs and and the rail bolts
great take on the classic ‘SAS Boonie’, the rail bolts. There are velcro
idea
which is a bit of a favourite of and loops to attach additional a game soon; the fabrics are
mine, especially for summer accessories and gear, but one cutting-edge, the cut and fit on
wear. Made from a strong ripstop feature I truly love is the rear the clothing is exactly right, and
fabric, the ‘Sniper’ variant has a pocket, with removable organiser the finish to everything is of the
smaller 45mm brim (the classic for batteries/counterweights; very highest standard throughout.
boonie is 70mm), four side if you’re going to use NV gear, Giena Tactics are currently
vents and loops woven into the then this is absolutely spot on! searching for a UK partner,
sides for leaves and branches. I have to say that I am but in the meantime for more
There’s an adjustable, retained absolutely delighted with the information and to view the
cord for precise fitting, and an gear that I’ve received from entire range please take a
additional grid over the crown Giena and keen to get it out to look at http://gienatactics.ru.
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Pete Wadeson gets very sneaky in Viper’s new jacket…
› When you see the Viper described as an overall snug,
The Viper Sneaker
brand name, especially with almost body-hugging appearance.
Jacket is a nice
footwear and clothing, you The soft-shell build is departure from the
immediately associate it configured so that you have Practical Tactical
with the Tactical apparel a broad, multi-ridged padded look associated
with the
that the company are now torso section, while the full
company
known for. However, in respect sleeves have virtually no padding
of the Sneaker Jacket, you’d be and show a plain but stylish
wide of the mark, as the cut and uninterrupted contoured profile.
design of the ‘Sneaker’ leans The single colour jacket also
much more towards what can uses a slight contrast between
be termed casual sporty leisure torso and arms (which also have
wear. This rather trendy and rubber base Velcro upper arm
modern looking slim-fit puffer, patches) which all adds to the
almost ‘bomber- style’ hooded Sneaker’s cosmetic appeal, as
jacket features a built-in soft- this is the type of upper body
shell outer with a full-frontal wear you can wear in the field, or
zipped fastener, high neck even when socialising in public.
collar, elasticated rimmed hood
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
plus an elasticated waist line/
Name: Viper Sneaker Jacket
lower hem, which helps give
Price: Green, Coyote and
a tailored comfortable fit.
Black
It has two side external
Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL
zip pockets and all fasteners
Price: £55
have ‘Viper’ zip pulls. It’s has
Contact: Thatchreed Ltd
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www.viperkit.co.uk
cuffs’ at the wrists, which help
the jacket retain what can be
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S
o, we had a scorching applies techniques successfully The register itself is based on Air Arms
Friday, a refreshingly- pioneered in the recovery of reports from police, insurers, The models taking pride of
breezy Saturday stolen art to the even more private individuals, and the place were a regulated, FAC-
and a wet Sunday. serious task of inhibiting the trade, and is global in its scope rated Ultimate Sporter in a
The turn in the weather was sale of stolen firearms. If you black soft-touch stock, and the
undoubtedly tough on organisers had assumed that this was the AIRGUNS TS400, which has been specially
and exhibitors, who could, business of the police, well, so There was a lot going on in the developed to give a winning
this summer of all summers, did I. Nevertheless, it seems the Airgun Zone, with a major new advantage to competitors in
reasonably have hoped for boys in blue have no practical competition, as well as have- the vibrant new sport of Target
dry weather throughout. means of monitoring the sale a-go ranges and expert tuition. Sprint. Air Arms have been major
Nevertheless, an impressive of stolen guns either nationally Daystate’s radical Long Range backers and it’s a combination
number of cheerily booted, or internationally. The Gun Loss Challenge offered competitors of athletics and biathlon-style
coated and umbrella-wielding Register aims to make this as the chance to win a £1000 shooting that is a great antidote
folk turned out on the final day. easy for the potential purchaser Huntsman Regal PCP using to the traditional image of
of a gun as getting an HPI check state-of-the-art Wolverine R or shooters as portly middle-aged
Opening shots before you buy a car. Private Red Wolf rifles to ignite Firebird men (It’s like looking in the
Although the Game Fair is no buyers can pay £10 for one-off pyrotechnic targets, however, with mirror!). As the rifles are single-
longer run by the CLA, it prides checks, while those in the trade some of those targets as much shot only, fine motor skills are
itself on a tradition stretching can subscribe for a reduced rate, as 90m away, success required required to keep them fed as
all the way back to 1958 with easy payment via PayPal. skill and luck in equal measure! well as to hit the targets. After
and inaugurated this year’s analysing competitors’ reloading
60th anniversary event with a drills, Air Arms realised that
60-cartridge salute; sensibly they could shave vital seconds
(and we are a sensible lot), off each shooting stage by
the cartridges were blanks! UK redesigning the operation of
shooting culture was energetically their S400 bolt. The result is a
and effectively promoted by straight-pull design, operated
many of the guests interviewed by a pivoting cocking lever. The
on Saturday’s Today Programme latter is beautifully contoured
on Radio 4; to the extent that and machined, intuitive to
many antis were apparently operate and mirrored on each
writing in to complain that the side of the rifle for ambidextrous
coverage was biased. Now that operation. So close is the gap
makes a refreshing change! between winners and runners-up
in this highly-competitive sport
Lost and found that the time savings delivered
On Friday, I attended the launch by this slick new system look
of the new Gun Loss Register, Engineered for success! Air Arms’ Chris Kemp shows me their new set to give Air Arms shooters a
a commercial venture that quick-cocking TS400 Target Sprint rifle podium-dominating advantage.
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I was also informed that
regulators will be soon be Regardless of its
unusual looks, the
available on Air Arms’ legal-limit new ATA Turqua
guns. centrefire rifle from
the Sportsman Gun
Daystate Centre offers great
value for money
The big news at Daystate was
that Tony Belas is now director
of Media and Development.
As Tony puts it: “You can’t
stop-start development. Either
you’re always moving forward
or you’re always standing
Full of Surprises!
still”. And Tony obviously has
Tony Belas is
no interest in standing still! back at Brocock/
The Brocock Commander Daystate. The
has a matte-black central rifle is the new
Sniper version
chassis that contrasts with a
of the Brocock
tan-coloured AR-style pistol grip Compatto, and
and telescopic butt-stock, and well worth a look
a matching Cerakoted receiver
and fully-shrouded barrel. I
like the Commander’s military
looks, but they still dodge,
rather than solve, the problem
of finding the right look for this
clever little rifle. Not so the
new Sniper, which goes for
simple but sophisticated lines, a
perfectly shaped and beautifully
detailed pistol grip, and a
stealthy black soft-touch finish.
Weihrauch
Weihrauch introduced a K
(carbine) variant of their
polymer-bodied HW110 ST. The French flair. Chapuis Arms produce
GMK’s stand was majestic indeed, but it left their very fine guns at extraordinarily
110 is an inherently handy rifle famous brands in the shade - and almost out of sight reasonable prices. This superb O/U
but I can see this being a big hit is a standard-grade C35
with those whose preference
is for something small but take a Picatinny rail and the rifle height-adjustable cheek-piece; handguards that are slim enough
perfectly formed. The Editor has has a very attractive price tag! a glossy blued steel receiver inside to accommodate the
managed to secure one, so look and free-floated medium-profile width of most .22 moderators.
out for his review in this issue. Steyr Mannlicher barrel, a three-position safety Shooting Supplies weren’t at the
The production version of the and an adjustable two-stage show, but you could see and buy
FIREARMS Steyr Zephyr II is simply gorgeous trigger. It also has a 5-round, the complete range of M4-22s
with satin-black metalwork and a double-stack, detachable box on the Simpson Brothers stand.
Tikka lustrous oil-finished stock. What magazine; and a 3-lug bolt with
With the T1X, I think Tikka have really makes the rifle, though, a metal shroud and a swept- SHOTGUNS
absolutely nailed the bolt-action are its seductively serpentine back handle that places the
rimfire sporter market; it perfectly looks and unabashed Teutonic knob just above the trigger. The Chapuis
recreates the lines and function styling, fish-scale chequering price? A stunning £499.99! Stephen & Son had a selection
of the fullbore T3X’s receiver, and straight comb butt. A recent of guns from Chapuis Armes.
safety-catch, bolt handle and test by Pete Moore has shown Tippmann Arms Chapuis’ guns are so well
shroud, and its action is even the Steyr to be a real shooter. Tippmann Arms’ initial offering, made and so good looking that
compatible with all T3X stocks. a .22 rimfire semi-auto called I always expect them to cost
The magazine holds 10-rounds ATA Arms the M4-22 has gone down more than they do, especially
in both .22LR and .17HMR The appearance of ATA so well with UK shooters that when you consider that they
and the barrel is a medium Arms’ Turqua centrefire on importers Shooting Supplies have offer a bespoke service on most
“crossover” profile, threaded the Sportsman Gun Centre commissioned a new model, the models that includes a choice
½-inch x 20 UNF in a choice of stand may well prove to be a Elite, which features a free-float of walnut blanks. Chapuis do a
16- and 20-inch lengths. The landmark moment; there’s an aluminium M-Lok hand-guard, a very nice line in double rifles,
receiver is drilled and tapped to oil-finished walnut stock with a 16- or 12-inch barrel and new too, including two models, the
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S12 (O/U) and X4 (S/S), which life to irreplaceable elements
enable the barrels to be readily of our gunmaking heritage that
re-regulated when the user wants would otherwise be relegated
to change over to a new load. to curio status, or even unjustly
consigned to the scrapheap.
Rizzini and AyA
More Rizzini O/Us were on OPTICS
show on ASI’s stand, alongside a
fine range of AyA side-by-sides; Zeiss
but, fine as they are, they were There are four Conquest V4
massively upstaged by the stand models, in 1-4x24, 3-12x56,
itself, a spectacular, pre-fabricated 4-16x44 and 6-24x50 formats.
two-storey oak-framed building The first two are hunting scopes
created by the Hereford-based with fixed 100-yard parallax
firm of Oakwrights, who had done ASI’s Rizzini and AyA guns were on display inside this amazing oak- and classic #60 duplex reticles,
framed building by Oakwrights
a fine job of ensuring that the final featuring Zeiss’s ultra-fine centre
product would look very much at dot. The others are designed
home in the English countryside. for longer-range work, with
ballistic turrets, side parallax
Fausti adjustment and stadiametric
Fausti are celebrating their 70th ZBR/ZMOA reticles. All four
Anniversary, and their current have reticles in the second focal
range of guns has never looked plane (SFP) and ¼ MOA cicks,
better or made more sense and except on the 1-4x24, where
the XF4 (the sporting model) is they are ½ MOA. They have a
proving genuinely competitive transferrable, limited lifetime
on the clay circuit. Fausti are warranty and 5-year no-fault
offering a fully-bespoke service policy have a universal appeal.
for its finest Boutique guns. Zeiss’ new Victory RF
rangefinding binoculars are
Barbara and Giovanna Fausti celebrate the 70th Anniversary of their
Longthorne increasingly prestigious gunmaking firm
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On my visit to Longthorne’s and 10x54 formats, two discreet
stand this year, I had the pleasure buttons tucked between the
of meeting Alfie, who has just barrels are virtually the only clue
completed his first year as an to the sophisticated rangefinding
apprentice and is already well equipment housed within these
on his way to becoming an remarkably light and compact
accomplished stocker. His sense binoculars. Image quality is
of achievement was palpable, superb, the reticle is bright and
and does great credit not only sharp, and the maximum ranging
to him, but also to this energetic distance of 2300m is more than
family firm that is doing so much most of us will ever need.
to put the excitement back into Most interesting, however,
This is Alfie. He’s a year into his
the sometimes-staid world of is the binoculars’ Bluetooth
apprenticeship. The wood on this
bespoke English gunmaking. Longthorne gun is his work; now connectivity with the ballistic
there’s something to be proud of! calculator integrated into Zeiss’
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This allows them to be quickly
synched to show the exact
drop compensation or click
adjustment required for the load
selected at the distance ranged.
FLIR
Scott Country had several new
products. The FLIR Breach
thermal monocular, whose high-
resolution sensor and display Thermal and IR monoculars from FLIR, as
are contained within a rugged demonstrated by Melissa at Scott country
housing that is still small and light
enough to be comfortably worn bracing strap. Also, available, are
on a head or helmet mount. a wide range of neoprene rifle,
The similarly-compact FLIR scope and moderator covers,
MNVD-40 2SD Gen 2+ tubed and some neat pull-through
image-intensifier monocular. kits that utilise the abrasive and
It’s a near match for the Cobra absorbent properties of that
Titan, but 12mm shorter, 28g most Bavarian of materials: felt.
lighter, with a US, rather than
Russian-made, tube (and just Ariat
£57 more expensive). Adapters Ariat is a US footwear company
are also available to mount the with a strong presence in
MNVD-40 2SD to an optics rail the Western, work-boot and
behind a suitable red dot or to equestrian sectors that has Darren Hull demonstrates
the advantages of Jakele’s
the objective bell of a day scope. recently set its sights on the ingenious quad sticks
hunting market. Graham Allen
ACCESSORIES had told me their hunting boots
were well worth a look, so I CONTACTS
A1 Decoy / DPT stopped in at their stand to A1 Decoy: www.a1decoy.co.uk
Moderators see for myself. There are three Air Arms: www.air-arms.co.uk
On A1 Decoy’s stand, I bumped relevant ranges: Skyline, Conquest Ariat: www.ariat.com
into Bill Evans, UK importer and Catalyst Defiant. The Skyline AyA and B. Rizzini: ASI. www.a-s-i.co.uk
for the excellent DPT range of is a rugged but lightweight
ATA Arms: Sportsman Gun Centre.
sound moderators, whose latest 5-inch boot that comes in brown
www.sportsmanguncentre.co.uk
venture is a range of enhanced or tan and looks perfect for
Atkin Grant & Lang: www.agl-uk.com
Harris-style bipods. Bill’s bipods summer stalking. The Conquest
improve on the original in three takes the height up to 8-inches Brocock: www.brocock.co.uk
ways: the springs are covered and adds full-grain leather Chapuis Armes: Stephen & Son.
with rubber sleeves to keep out reinforcements, a fully-gusseted www.stephenandson-gunmakers.co.uk
debris and muffle any twang; tongue, and the option of greater Daystate: www.daystate.com
they have a Pod-Lock-controlled thermal insulation in the 400g DPT UK/Euro: www.dpteuro.co.uk
pivot to compensate for uneven Thinsulate Ultra version, which is Fausti Stephano: Stag Country Sports.
ground; and the clamp is internally also available with camouflage www.stagcountrysports.com
sprung so that the pegs pop accents. Either version would FLIR. Scott Country: www.scottcountry.co.uk
clear when you undo the bolt. be a fine year-round choice, Gun Loss Register: www.artloss.com
The legs are also notched for but for the hardest of use or
Jakele: Simpson Brothers Gun Shop.
rapid and secure adjustment. the toughest of conditions, or
www.simpsonbrothersgunshop.com
Build quality looks good too, yet if you simply want to tick every
Longthorne Gunmakers: www.longthorneguns.com
they’re priced at under £40 and possible box, then check out
Bill says he’ll replace any that fail. Ariat’s new premium boot, the Oakwrights: www.oakwrights.co.uk
Catalyst Defiant, which comes in Steyr Mannlicher: Sportsman Gun Centre.
Jakele a choice of 8- or 10-inch styles, www.sportsmanguncentre.co.uk
Jakele’s flagship product is their with waterproof full-grain leather Target Sprint: www.targetsprint.com
premium quad sticks, which throughout, and in standard and Tikka: www.tikka.fi:
boast several unique features Thinsulate Ultra versions. The GMK: www.gmk.co.uk
that include quadrant-shaped proof of a boot is in the wearing, Tippmann Arms: Shooting Supplies Bromsgrove:
struts that enable the sticks to of course, but my first encounter www.shootingsuppliesltd.co.uk
form a stout and silent staff left a very positive impression.
Weihrauch: Hull Cartridge: www.hullcartridge.co.uk
when closed, a pivoting head Next year’s Game Fair is at
Zeiss: www.zeiss.co.uk
that permits quick tracking over Hatfield House, Hertfordshire,
a wide arc, and an optional on 26th – 28th July. GM
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Pete Wadeson tests the Walther Rotex RM8, and although it
follows a familiar PCP ‘bottle-fed’ design format, he reckons
it’s got a character all of its very own…
G
erman gun Specifically, that breakthrough when it was first released, and
manufacturing to the mainstream came with although it was very accurate
giants, Walther, the launch of the technically and had a very efficient 8-shot
first established advanced LGV break-barrel action rotary magazine fed multi-shot
themselves on the UK rifles and certainly was reinforced action, unfortunately, due to its
airgun scene with the many by the under-lever action LGU. length, was quite cumbersome.
and varied CO2 powered Not entirely new to the Not surprisingly, sales in the UK
pistols and rifles they’ve PCP power source, Walther weren’t astonishing and it was
long produced but more had previously ‘dipped their soon discontinued; but wanting
recently they’ve also made toes’ into the market with a to follow the success of their
great in-roads with a few rifle known as the Dominator. new development programme
very appealing springers. I remember testing that rifle it follows that they would want
to have a successful multi- Charging the fixed buddy-bottle
shot PCP on the roster. That is via a very deeply recessed
charging point positioned right
leads me to the rifle here on next to a neat air gauge
test, the Walther Rotex RM8,
which by my reckoning ticks copy of that break-through rifle
all the right boxes for a robust this is definitely not, as Walther
and reliable multi-shot PCP firmly stamp their prestigious
designed for the hunter. mark on this gun, opting to use a
On initial appearance, slightly modified action as used
due to the front buddy-bottle on the previously mentioned
configuration, the rifle has a Dominator and even their CO2
similarity to the BSA SuperTen powered 850 Air Magnum;
MkI. However, this is mainly but more of the action later,
The fully ambidextrous beech wood
furniture is quite chunky and sports a due to the ‘bulbous’ shape of because first we need give credit
high and very well-defined cheekpiece the buddy-bottle. However, a to what is a very ‘dominating’
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Action
The action is where anybody
The ‘blacked’ steel ball ended cocking bolt that runs the action
operates very smoothly and efficiently familiar with the Walther rifles
I mentioned earlier will find a
familiar layout for priming and
loading this multi-shot PCP. For
those who aren’t, it’s a simple
and very practical one and is
undertaken as follows: to remove
The Walther Rotex RM8 ticks
all the right boxes for a robust the 8-shot alloy magazine, the
and reliable multi-shot PCP generously sized ‘blacked’ steel,
designed for the hunter ball end cocking bolt needs to
be lifted from its original forward
position and pulled back until
(no pun intended) and very it locks in the fully rearward
appealing feature of this rifle, the position. To release the magazine
Minnelli manufactured stock. from the housing, you then
The 2-stage adjustable trigger is a need to slide back the lengthy
practical and efficient mechanism
Taking stock slim, oblong serrated outer edge
The fully ambidextrous beech release catch positioned directly
wood furniture is quite chunky behind the magazine housing
and sports a high and very well "During test, I used various and below the cocking bolt on
defined cheekpiece with a steep the right of the action. Once
drop down pistol grip, generous brands of quality ammo and it slid back, you can then lift the
thumbshelf plus a ventilated
thick black rubber buttpad. The
certainly wasn’t pellet fussy" drum-shaped magazine out from
the left-hand side of the action.
s
thickset forend helps the rifle
feel very secure in the hold
and extends part way over the
buddy-bottle; so, you’re leading
hand feels wood and not the
cold metal of the front mounted
air tank. Deep-cut chequering is
very generously applied at the
pistol grip and runs along both
sides of the forend in ‘close-cut’
but stylish panels and wraps
fully around the nicely rounded
underside. This is definitely a rifle
that you’ll find very easy to hold
with gloved or un-gloved hands.
Charging the fixed buddy-
bottle is via a very deeply
recessed charging point,
positioned right next to a
The thickset forend helps the rifle feel
neat air gauge found mid-way very secure in the hold and extends
along the underside of the part way over the buddy-bottle
forend. The company state a
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airguns | hellboy
Graham Allen, a fan of fullbore AR15s, trials a lower powered
version in the shape of the Hellboy BB-firing M4 Carbine and
he was very impressed…
I
’ve been shooting as semi autos in this country Box fresh finger ridge; it’s made from a
straightpull AR15s for any more, unless they are 22 When I opened the box, I was similar looking plastic to the
nearly two decades rimfires (see Pete Moore’s actually very surprised at how original but I understand that it’s
now and use them review in the firearms section of authentic this unusually-named not possible to swap it for a ‘real’
when taking part in Civilian a couple of custom rifles) but CO2 replica was. The fit and finish grip, unlike the buttstock but more
Service Rifle competitions they are still incredibly popular, of the upper and lower receivers on that later. On the left side of
at Bisley and also when I even with no gas mechanism is very good indeed; in fact, it’s the action is the safety catch that
fancy using something other to load and eject ammo. actually better than some genuine rotates from SAFE (forward), to
than my usual bolt action Ergonomically, they are ARs I’ve handled! I guess that the SEMI (up) then AUTO (rear) but
Anschutz rifle in 22 Hornet absolutely perfect straight out parts are cast and then machined unfortunately the Hellboy is single
when out controlling foxes. of the box, as the comfortable in all the critical places and the shot only in the SEMI position
The AR15, and its pistol grip, butt and forend make factory have done a very good job but I guess it’s actually a good
predecessor the AR10, have for a very shootable rifle and of it I must say. The weight is a idea, as who knows how many
been around for more than the magazine release, bolt catch pound or so lighter than the real BBs you’d get through if it were
half a Century but are still going and safety are all just where thing but with a magazine fitted full auto! There’s a dummy bolt
strong and variants are used you want them. I love shooting it’s a decent weight of 5lb 4oz. hold open catch but it’s nice that
throughout the word by armies, my AR, so I was therefore very Starting with the ‘lower’, it’s there for authenticity’s sake.
police forces and civilians. We keen to see how a steel BB- there’s the familiar, drop down On the right side, within
aren’t allowed to shoot them firing version would perform! grip, complete with ‘A2-style’ easy reach of the trigger finger
HELL OF A
Blast!
Graham Allen loved shooting
the Hellboy but wore safety
glasses when doing so
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keep things looking realistic. I
actually think that re-enactors
will buy Hellboys, as they
would be much cheaper than a
deactivated M4 and of course
you can actually shoot them.
As with a real M4, there is
a removable carry handle/rear
sight unit, held in place by two
thumbwheels. The rear sight is
fully adjustable for windage and
elevation and the rear appature
can flip over, to offer a large or
small ‘peep sight’. If you want
to fit a scope, reflex sight or
red dot, the unit is removed to
reveal the Mil-spec standard
Picatinny rail. Any optic that has
been designed for a real AR
The Hellboy next to the author’s will fit and Weaver/Picatinny
straightpull AR15 carbine, his has rings can be used for mounting
an integral rear sight and he has any scope; so, the Hellboy
fitted a slimmer handguard however
really is a pucker bit of kit.
is the chequered, push button would normally house the Upper class Heart of the matter
magazine release catch; press it bolt return spring and plunger; Moving on to the ‘upper’, there’s All this is all well and good
on the real rifle and magazines here it’s empty but the sliding more good news, as it’s just as but how does this rifle actually
drop free but you have to pull buttstock looks perfect and authentic looking as the lower. fire BBs? Well, the answer is
them free on the Hellboy but adjusts in the same way as The handguard is just like the in the magazine. The mag has
that’s also a good idea, as the original; grasp the locking original and is formed from two a dummy outer shell but the
there’s a lot more to one of catch and slide the butt along parts; they are held in place removable inner is what makes
these mags than the original the tube until the desired by the spring-loaded ‘delta this gun tick – or is that bang,
and dropping it could damage length is obtained. If you fancy ring’ and I understand that it’s bang, bang? A sprung catch
the internals. There is a spring- swapping the standard offering possible to remove them and on the right side is pressed in
loaded ‘forward assist plunger’ for something more modern, fit some aftermarket versions. and the inner portion removed.
but as there’s no actual bolt, it you can and something like a The ‘T-handle’, used for cocking The base of the inner has a
doesn’t actually do anything but Magpul stock would look great. the original even pulls back and screw in cap that is loosened
once again it’s very nice to see A sling swivel is fitted to the opens the ejection port cover! with the supplied Allen key,
it there, so that real drills can be bottom of the butt and marries The barrel has the same profile so that a CO2 capsule can be
practiced. The trigger looks a little up with one fitted to the bottom as an original M4, complete fitted. Once in place, the cap
different to that of the original of the ‘A frame’ foresight/gas with the slimmer portion that is tightened until the bulb is
and pivots slightly differently block. Should you not want is used to mount a grenade pierced; a hiss is heard and the
but that’s to be expected, as a sling mounted on the rear, launcher, but I doubt many Allen key tightened until the
this is a BB gun after all. there’s another option in the with fit one to a Hellboy… The hissing stop, which signifies that
form of the end plate where the ‘flash hider’ finishes the end a good seal has been made.
Great looking butt buffer tube is attached to the of the barrel nicely and there’s Steel BBs are housed in a
Attached to the rear of the lower – I really like the attention even a silver ‘crush washer’ stick magazine built into the
lower is the ‘buffer tube’ that to detail on the Hellboy. between it and the barrel, to front of the alloy body and a
The right side of the action, showing the Left hand side showing the trigger, safety The butt can be adjusted in the same
magazine release catch and open ‘ejection port’ and grip. It’s very well made way as the original
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Position 1
Hold Tight!
If you have a flat surface available,
you just pull up the ‘card arms’
up and fit the card into the slots.
Position 2
If you want the card higher, open
the holder and slot the ground
Checking the zero of your air rifle has never spike into the body, so that it
locks in place at 90-degrees
been simpler, thanks to the Pocket Zero Paper and then raise the arms.
Position 3
Target Holder from Impact Kinetics… If you want to shoot in long
grass, fully open the unit and
W
hen I’m at quarry, we really don’t want pieces of stainless steel, held position the ground spikes so
my local farm to cause an injury, we want to together by stainless screws and that they are in line with the body
shoot, I always cleanly and humanely dispatch nyloc nuts, and folds up into and slide them into the slots
check the zero whatever we are targeting. a very compact package and and push it into the ground.
of my air rifle before I start I’ve used all sorts of can easily be put on a pocket
shooting vermin, to ensure impromptu targets over the years – hence the name! It fits in Conclusion
that nothing untoward has but nothing beats a proper paper the top pocket of my shooting It really is a very clever design,
happened and that my scope or card target. I was recently jacket and at only 9-ounces holds the target cards securely and
and rifle haven’t been bashed sent the Impact Kinetics Pocket (250grams) you don’t actually packs away into a very compact
in some way, upsetting Zero Paper Target Holder and notice that you’re carrying unit when you’re finished. The way
where the pellet lands in it’s a very clever bit of kit. It was it, so you can always have it that the components lock together
relation to the crosshairs. originally launched in 2003 and a few cards with you. is very neat and I can’t fault it. GM
There’s nothing worse than and made and sold by BSA; it
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
missing what you’re aiming at; is now back with the designer.
it may just cause a loss of a The unit is made from laser Name: Impact Kinetics Pocket Zero Paper Target Holder
Price: £29.95
point or two on a Field Target or cut, 1.5mm thick stainless steel,
Contact: www.myfenix.co.uk
Hunter Field Target competition so it won’t rust, even when put
course but when shooting live away wet. It is made from four
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airguns | weihrauch
WEIHRAUCH’S
ULTRA KARBINE
I
’ve always been a big nets over my land Rover in the
The stylish butt fan of short rifles. I love past, to make a very comfortable
compact AR15 straightpull way of shooting squirrels and
fullbore rifles and stubby feral pigeons; with both side
22 rimfires and airguns; if it’s windows open, you can swing a
short and to the point, I’m a small rifle around much easier
fan! There have been various than a full-length model.
compact airguns that have tickled Pre-charged pneumatic
my fancy over the years, such as (PCP) air rifles are generally
the Theoben Fenman gas ram more efficient with longer
rifle and the Titan Bearcat and barrels and long air reservoirs
the BSA Ultra PCPs. The ability to obviously hold more air;
easily carry them in the field due however, with advances in
to their reduced size was always valving and regulators, PCPs can
a bonus and I really hate lugging still produce plenty of power
around too much dead weight. for target shooting and hunting
Short rifles also allow you to get and more and more companies
into smaller, tighter spaces when are embracing this trend and
shooting quarry and small air it’s great to see that German
rifles have allowed me to tackle airgun legends, Weihrauch, are
feral pigeons in some rather keeping bang up to date with
awkward positions. This type their new offering, the HW110K!
of gun is also perfect for when
The polymer action
from the right showing
you’re shooting from a vehicle, Yes please!
the cocking lever, safety either driving around farm I was recently contacted by Hull
and magazine catch hedgerows, or using the vehicle Cartridge Ltd. the UK Weihrauch
as a static hide. I’ve draped camo importers and distributors, asking
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if I’d like to test their brand-new
offering, the HW110K! I said
yes, of course, and a few days
later I was un-boxing a very
tasty package. The standard
HW110 isn’t exactly massive at
38½-inches but the Karbine is
positively tiny at 34½-inches.
Four inches may not sound a lot
(no laughing at the back!) but
The grip and
it makes a huge difference to trigger unit
the handling and the shorter air
reservoir, barrel and forend all
make for a much neater package.
There’s still plenty of soft touch
rubber coated forend to grab
hold of when shooting the rifle
though and one thing I really like Weihrauch FT-
is the inclusion of a short section Exact pellets,
magazines and
of Picatinny rail just behind the fill probe
angled back tip. It’s very discrete
Left side of the action showing the
and is just the right length for ambidextrous safety catch
mounting a lightweight ‘grip-pod’
or compact bipod. Yes, a bipod and they got it right first time appature from the right. Pellets which is also black, like the mag
does add a little extra weight to (like the always do!) and the are then placed individually into catch, can be applied by pressing
the overall package, but they can 110 has been hugely successful the holes, making sure that the it down. The safety can only be
be worth their weight in gold since its launch. Weihrauch ‘wheel’ is facing the right way applied with the action cocked by
in various hunting situations. have even used the same basic around, i.e. the smoother side the way, so you know the status
action to produce the simply is facing you. You should also of the rifle at all times. When
Catch up superb HW44 pre-charged make sure that the skirts of the you want to take the shot, you
If you’ve not encountered pistol and it’s another run-away pellets are pushed flush with just push the safety up, revealing
the HW110 before, it has an success, despite its price tag. the body and that they do not the red dot, which indicates
action that is made from a high These guns use an ultra- protrude. Once in the holes, they that the gun is ready to fire.
strength polymer, of the type reliable 10-shot rotary magazine are retained by the large rubber Weihrauch are famous for
that is used on a lot of military that is machined from alloy and O-ring that is fitted into a groove their triggers, which dates back to
rifles and pistols these days, so anodised black. To remove it around the circumference. the ‘Rekord’ unit fitted to nearly
there’s nothing to worry about from the action, the sidelever, To load the full magazine into all their spring piston guns; their
strength-wise and all the high mounted on the right side of the rifle, the mag catch is pressed PCPs also have great triggers
stress areas are made from the action, is pulled to fully to up again and the magazine and the 110K is no exception,
good old-fashioned steel and the rear; the magazine retaining slotted into the action. As soon as with the sears of the two-stage
alloy. Weihrauch obviously catch, which is now black not the sidelever is pushed forward, a unit breaking very cleanly. They
spent a great deal of time and silver, is then pressed up and the pellet is loaded into the barrel and also fit their own barrels that are
money developing the action magazine pulled out from the the ambidextrous safety catch, made in-house at their factory. s
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None of this can take place conditions. There is chequering on a lot of its qualities; it’s up to the soon had a 30-yard zero and
without charging the rifle with the grip and forend and the high owner of course but I doubt many was punching pellets into a
air of course and it really is a comb to the butt aligns the eye will fit huge optics to these guns. tiny, single hole from a rested
simple operation, from either a perfectly with any scope fitted. position, using the dots on the
dive cylinder or manual stirrup A soft rubber buttpad is fitted Proof of the pudding Vantage’s reticle and soon had
pump, although a lot more effort and I must say I really enjoyed All this classy stuff is worthless if aimpoints from 10- to 55-yards.
is required with the latter! The handling and shooting this little the pellets don’t hit their target I may just have been lucky but
charging probe comes with the rifle on the range. I mounted a of course but I’ve never had to the first dot down from the
rifle and it is first attached to the compact Hawke Vantage 2-7 X worry about the accuracy of any main crosshair was bang on
charging hose; once securely 32AO scope and it suited the gun Weihrauch air rifle, springer, gas for 55-yards and I proceeded
fastened, the bleed valve on the perfectly. There’s no point sticking ram or PCP and the HW110K is to hit tiny spinners time after
bottle or pump is closed and the a dirty great scope on a compact no exception! Using Weihrauch’s time. I really can’t fault the
probe pushed into the port on accuracy of this rifle and the
the front of the air reservoir. A barrel is clearly top-notch and
plastic plug has to be removed the discharge was very quiet
first and this keeps everything thanks to the silencer fitted.
spick and span internally, as dust Over the chrono, the
and debris can play havoc with figures were very impressive,
the internal workings, valves with excellent shot to shot
The Weihrauch silencer is a great unit
etc. of any PCP. A maximum consistency and a power of
of 200-bar is injected and the TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION around 11ft.lbs; plenty for any
main valve closed and air bled Model: Weihrauch HW110K task at hand but safely under
from the hose; the probe is then Type: Pre-charged pneumatic, regulated the UK power limit. From a
withdrawn and the plug replaced. Action: Sidelever 200-bar charge, I was rewarded
You can keep an eye on the Feed: 10-shot rotary magazine with around 65 full power shots
pressure that is in the cylinder, Weight: 6lb 8oz before the power tailed off,
using the pressure gauge on the Length more than enough for anyone!
end but care should be taken to including silencer: 34½-inches
do this with and unloaded gun Barrel: 12.5-inches Conclusion
and the trigger finger should Trigger: Two-stage, adjustable Well, that’s another great air
obviously be away from the Stock: Rubber coated wood rifle then! There are a lot of
trigger at all times, even if you Shots per charge: 65 in .177 (on test) 75 in .22 shooters out there who love
‘know’ the gun is safe. This Price: Around £700.00 short rifle as much as I do, so
goes for all guns of course, Contact: Hull Cartridge the HW110K is bound to sell
www.hullcartridge.co.uk
not just this little beauty. in huge numbers and well
www.weihrauch-sport.de
The 110K handles really well done to Weihrauch for bringing
and the soft-touch rubber coating out this lovely little gun. GM
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airguns | swfa
Super Sniper
REINCARNATED
Mark Camoccio sees that the new fixed power 10X42
from SWFA could be just the ticket for Hunter Field Target
competition shooting…
T
he British Shooting in Japan in the Kenco Optical
Rear focus is becoming rarer
show is a great factory and are specified as these days, but it works!
opportunity to get featuring top quality lenses and
a look at a wide multi-coating systems. Up until
selection of shooting gear, now, fixed magnification has
and chat to the people been this company's speciality,
behind its development but variable mag models are
and distribution. This year's on the cards soon, according
event, held at the impressive to my sources. As for Japanese
NEC in Birmingham, laid on a construction, it's always a big plus
feast of hardware, and when I with optics; so, I was eager to
spotted the Optics Warehouse see how this model shaped up.
stand, I couldn't wait to get
stuck in for a good peruse. Fixed among air rifle/rimfire and First impressions
The test model here, that caught centre fire shooters in the US Removing the scope from its
Huge selection my eye, is the SWFA SS 10X42 for the past couple of years. The basic packaging revealed a
They carry a huge selection of Tactical Rear Focus, and this SWFA SS brand is apparently solid, straightforward piece of
scopes from most of the big is built around a 30mm body notable for their modest pricing, glassware and first impressions
brands, but one fairly compact tube. It certainly looks sleek simplicity and dependability, and were definitely favourable. The
model that caught my eye was and the robust, fixed power again that simple specification matt black, non-reflective finish is
from a company called SWFA design means less moving parts is the key if it suits. highly practical, whilst the visible
SS, which apparently is the and a concentration of quality
latest incarnation of the highly where it matters. A fixed 10x The SWFA brand are
regarded Super Sniper brand. magnification, and an objective fast gaining a name
The name was changed after lens of 42mm is an ideal spec for themselves
US shooting sports retail outlet, for many applications, so it
SWFA Outdoor, purchased and comes as no surprise that this
revamped the brand. All SWFA model has been very popular
SS scopes are manufactured
swfa | airguns
This is a relatively
compact scope
build quality is spot-on. Weightier ask, and the .1Mil Radian precise, and with German-style brand with a comparable
than some, but at just under increments (equal to .36-inches thick posts to guide the eye, it's specification, which is praise
19oz, the SWFA SS feels about @ 100-yards) did their job not too easily lost either in dark indeed. All the usual assurances
right. The usual quick focus sits perfectly. Turret clicks are audible foliage for example. In short then, are here too, with this model
to the rear, and this turns with a and positive, which is always this is a crisp bold image, with being water, fog and shockproof.
reassuring amount of resistance, favourable. They are clearly plenty of reference points to help A super sharp image, ultra-
so as not to come out of marked and can be loosened relay information to the shooter. precise adjustments, and that
adjustment. Parallax is adjusted via three Allen screws, pulled off satisfyingly practical Mil Quad
and corrected via the rear collar, their spindle, and reset to zero, Conclusion reticle all combine nicely at a
rather than the more customary or as required. However, they The general feel and image price that seems fair. This is
side knob/wheel on the left of cannot be locked, which will be quality of this SWFA SS model definitely one for an HFT shortlist,
the saddle, and here it moves a a downside for some. On the reminded me of the Sightron or a general hunting tool. GM
little more freely, but still with the positive side, both windage and
necessary degree of resistance. elevation drums carry a tracking
Parallax markings are marker, which allows for a quick TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
perfect for airgun Hunter Field visual check as to the number Model: SWFA SS 10X42 Tactical Rear Focus
Target or hunting duties, with of revolutions undertaken, Magnification: Fixed 10x
the minimum range marked and double markings to Objective Lens Diameter: 42mm
at 10-metres, then 20m, 30m, correspond to those revolutions Reticle: Mil Quad/ MOA Quad available
50m, and then 100, 200, 300, when undertaken. All useful Weight: 18.7oz
500, and ∞. No additional information if and when required. Length: 14-inches
sunshade is supplied, (or lens Image quality is impressive and Click values: .1 MRAD (.36-inches) @100m
covers in my box) but look vibrant, with good resolution, Field of View: 3.9m @100m
closely at the objective, and that and no aberrations. Eye Relief: 3.9-inches
seam is effectively a small shade My test scope came fitted Body Tube: 30mm
around 1.25-inches in length. with what the manufacturers Min Focus: 10-yards
term the Mil Quad reticle, Turrets: Finger adjustable tactical
Clicks per rotation: 50
In use although this can be specified as
Number of Full Rotations: 8.75 windage and elevation
With the scope mounted up MOA Quad; and this has an inner
Price: £395
in 30mm mounts, zeroing fine section with full Mil-Dots
Contact: Optics Warehouse
the turrets took no time at and ½-Mil markings, then an
www.opticswarehouse.co.uk
all. Accurate and repeatable extended stadia at 6 o’clock for
click adjustments is all we longer range work. It's clear and
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You will come away with everything you need to take on a job, • If 1 piston fails, the other keeps going • Water & Air cooled
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WEBLEY MKIII .22 gc............................................................£289
New Walther Rotex 8 .22 with silencer ..........£299 Theoben Rapid 7) .177 .22 .....................................................£449
WEBLEY ECLIPSE .22 gc ......................................................£189
BSA LIGHTNING SE .177 .22 ................................................£194
BSA AIRSPORTER MKII .22 with etching vgc......................£299 USED AIR PISTOLS BSA LIGHTNING XLSE .177 .22 ...........................................£242
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BSA LIGHTNING BLACK .177 .22 ........................................£242
AIR ARMS HIGH POWER .22 (Classic 1970’s/1980’s Air rifle, USED WEBLEY HURRICANE .177, gc.......................................£89
BSA LIGHTING SE GRT (GAS RAM) .177 .22 ......................£228
similar to jackal.) with red dot sight gc ...................................£249 WEIHRAUCH HW70 .177 with box gc ......................................£129
BSA LIGHTING XL SE GRT (GAS RAM) .177 .22 ................£246
BSA AIRSPORTER MK II .22, gc...........................................£249 USED AIR RIFLES BSA ULTRA MULTI-SHOT SE (LATEST MODEL) .177 .22..£464
BSA IMPROVED MODEL D .177, (pre-war), gc ....................£189 WEIHRAUCH HW110 .22, 3-12x50 scope gc...........................£499 BSA ULTRA TACTICAL SINGLE SHOT .177 .22 ................£340
DIANA MODEL 27 .177, (pre-war), fc ....................................£129 BSA ULTRA .177 m/shot with 3-9x40 scope gc .......................£299 BSA ULTRA TACTICAL MULTI SHOT .177 .22 ....................£436
WEBLEY TRACKER .22 with 3-9x40 scope, fc.....................£149 WEBLEY RAIDER 12 SHOT .177 with 3-9x40 scope vgc........£479 BSA ULTRA S/SHOT beech ...................................................£362
COMETA 100 .177 ....................................................................£69 WEIHRAUCH HW80 .22 with 4-12x50 scope gc......................£289 BSA R10 SE.177 .22 ..............................................................£737
THE BSA IMPROVED MODEL D .177 (approx 1911) gc ......£225 BSA LIGHTNING XL .25 with 4-12x50 scope gc......................£189 BSA SCORPION SE MULTI SHOT TACTICAL .177 .22.......£508
WEIHRAUCH HW97K TACTICAL .177 with 3-9x40 scope, vgc BSA SCORPION SE BEECH MULTI SHOT .177 .22............£552
BSA CADET MAJOR .177 (fair condition)................................£89
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BSA METEOR MK II (1960s) .22 (fair condition) .....................£79 3-9x40 scope ..........................................................................£249
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COMBRO CRONO’S WEBLEY & SCOTT STINGRAY .177 (Birmingham), WEIHRAUCH HW90K with silencer.......................................£440
CLASSIC GUN WEIHRAUCH HW80K with silencer.......................................£378
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£35.00 EACH DIANA MOD 54 .22 VGC........................................................£499
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WEIHRAUCH HW80K or Rifle without silencer .....................£313
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WEIHRAUCH HW99S ............................................................£207
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airguns | bsa supersport se
Sport
for All
Mark Camoccio looks at one of BSA’s
classic springers, the Supersport SE…
B
reak barrel spring Looker and forend, adding style and
piston power still The Supersport was a success function. But take a close look
accounts for a large from the outset, and as such, at the pistol grip, and the thumb
slice of airgun sales; this compact little power shelf is a really nice touch.
but whilst many rifles with pack has enjoyed a regular Add in that graceful tapered
this traditional specification place in BSA's line-up over forend, and the solid pad, and
may be at the cheaper end the years, in one guise or it all comes together well.
of the market, the simplicity another. First impressions of As a technicality, there
and user-friendly nature of this latest incarnation are very is a very slight right-hand
the design still takes some favourable, and it has to be the defined cheekpiece, but to all
beating. I obviously get to test best-looking version to date. intents and purposes, this is
all manner of airguns across So, what do we get for the an ambidextrous sporter; so, Detail of the forend
the board, yet I still derive an money? Well, the usual BSA all things to all people! Okay,
incredible amount of satisfaction break barrel lock-up design, that comb is admittedly a bit finger wheel adjustment too, so
from spending time with a two stage adjustable trigger, vague, but par for the course setting them up is simple. I'm a
break barrel rifle. It's that simple that stylish chequered beech on this style and grade of gun. big fan of open sights for novice
fast fire action that relaxes you stock, fibre optic open sights Finish-wise, this model has shooters, so if this Supersport
from the off, and still reminds and a manual safety catch. a good quality feel to it, and the is bought as a first gun, I would
me of my first rifle, and those level of machining is well up persevere with those sights
early days of discovery in Fit & finish to scratch. The chemical bluing a while and learn the basics.
this fantastic sport of ours. Far more thought seems to is a little dull when compared But if the point comes when
BSA have been a household go into the average airgun to some rivals however. a scope is deemed necessary,
name for many decades where these days, and BSA's design this model features dovetail rails
spring powered airguns are team have done themselves Glassware that run to the very end of the
concerned; and their current proud with the woodwork BSA fit the Supersport SE with cylinder. There's also an arrestor
range of guns still includes here; the Supersport's timber open sights as standard, and hole machined into the top of
several traditional models, is extremely attractive, to say that means the classic BSA the receiver, so the effects of
aimed at both beginners and the least. Plenty of grain shows profile, given the sights are recoil can be effectively tamed.
enthusiasts alike. On test, through the light coloured straight from the BSA mould
here, is one of the current lacquer and that means that of old. A modern twist comes In use
favourites in BSA's spring the natural beauty of the beech with the inclusion of fibre optic Pick up the Supersport SE, and
gun line-up, the Supersport used can be appreciated. elements; red for the foresight you just know you could shoot
SE, and it's a smart little Laser cut chequering is neatly post, and green used for the it for an extended period. At
performer, with plenty to offer. done, and covers both the grip rear sight. The rear sight has 6.6lbs, we are talking highly
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bsa supersport se | airguns
Action-wise, my .22 version the Kaisers printed ¾-inch to Conclusion
on test, felt super quick, and 1-inch groups. So, as is so often Overall then, I was
whilst it did kick significantly, felt the case with airguns in general, impressed. For the
more like a gas-ram set-up. A take the time to test with a Supersport SE proved a good
smooth snap on release, with variety of pellets, and it may solid performer, making
no spring resonance. There's well pay dividends. If I did my it ideal as a starter rifle or
a manual safety catch, fitted, bit, the Supersport rewarded my general purpose/hunting
for those that wish to use one, efforts, with a pleasing level of tool. There's a quality
The BSA Supersport
and also an anti-bear trap accuracy, and with that smooth feel, and at the current
SE handles really well
mechanism, which cleverly cocking cycle and appealing shot asking price of £233, it still
prevents discharge until the characteristics, it was difficult compares extremely well
barrel is locked back up at the not to warm to this model. against many of its rivals. GM
breech. A bi-product of this is
that the action can therefore
not be de-cocked, (holding the
barrel down under pressure,
pulling the trigger, and gently
allowing the barrel back up) but
it means safety is paramount.
Triggers in this price sector
can be a big disadvantage and
very crude; so, the Supersport
SE gets the thumbs up for an
acceptable arrangement. The
blade is synthetic, but well-
shaped. Yes, it could be broader
and slightly longer, and there is
some creep, but overall it didn't
spoil the shooting experience.
manageable, and with that
full-length, 18.5-inch barrel, Performance
there's plenty of leverage Over the chronograph, the
to bring into play when Supersport SE proved extremely
cocking the action. The consistent, with a variety of
stroke itself is pretty easy pellets, and a total velocity
to complete, and with that spread of just 6fps over a 10-
distinctive BSA configuration shot string, using Kaiser pellets,
around the breech, with the just about says it all! My best
exposed barrel end, and groups on test averaged half
chunky detent, everything inch centre-to-centre using RWS
feels reassuringly sturdy. Superfields over 25-yards, whilst
Cocking is relatively
easy and smooth
"Pick up the Supersport SE, and
you just know you could shoot it TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Model: BSA Supersport SE
for an extended period " Type: Break-barrel sporter
Calibre: .22 on test. .177 available
Weight: 6.6lbs
Length: 42-inches
Barrel: 18.5-inches
Stock: Ambidextrous beech sporter
Power Source: Spring piston
Trigger: 2-stage adjustable
Velocity: Using Kaiser pellets: (10 shot string)
High 579fps
Low 573
Ave 576
Spread 6fps
Energy: 10.8ft/lbs on test
Price: £233
Contact: BSA Guns www.bsaguns.co.uk
The BSA Supersport SE
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The clean and slim lines of the Silver Pigeon are
apparent, you get the choice of 28 or 30 tubes,
I find the latter gives just that bit more
B
eretta is competent gunsmith, and as understand it, making a true
synonymous with ever, I have taken it out to around 28-bore scaled action was one
shooting and the 15 3/8-inches to fit me properly. of Beretta’s main considerations
manufacture of when looking at production,
firearms and are probably Willow wand and from what I have seen, the
the best known of the The slim forend still provides same is true of their .410 too.
Italian manufacturers plenty of meat to maintain good The safety is tang-mounted,
and doubtless in the top control for those with larger and barrel selection is made by This multi-choke gun comes
with five restrictions from Full
few on the world stage. hands, while not being too sliding the selector on the safety to Cylinder; I use Half in both
They have a rightly deserved substantial so those with smaller from one side to the other; one barrels, as it suits me
tradition of excellence that paws either. Another feature dot indicates bottom first and
has been maintained since on the forend, which I prefer, two the top first. Trigger pull is 686 and do not feel in the least
1526, or to put it another is there is no sharp scroll at the crisp and in no way distracts under gunned with anything that
way; they have been making end, meaning that it flows in a the user when firing. As to be East Anglia can offer. Perhaps
reliable and desirable firearms sleek line, which is very much expected, this is an ejector and the most important thing is to
for a very long time! an advantage for those of us throws the empties nicely clear match the cartridges to the gun!
On test is a 686 Silver with large hands and long arms. on opening. You do need to I have tried some that others
Pigeon 1 in 28-bore, a calibre Chequering is diamond-cut, make a conscious effort to keep have sworn by and ended up
that’s becoming ever more providing a firm grip, whilst not the chambers clean though, as swearing at them, although
popular and not just as a being too sharp. The engraving is very little dirt can cause the fired most brands and loads seem
starting point for youngsters, of a simple scroll design, which cases to stick and not eject fully! to work very well in this Beretta,
but one for serious use too. is very much in keeping with the they have all had plastic wads.
Improvements in ammunition in place the Silver Pigeon holds in Mine
all calibres, has no doubt helped the market! It’s fair to say that it’s Testing was easy, as I have Conclusion
some of the less common instantly recognisable as Beretta, owned this gun for several years Until recently, I have struggled
numbers take their rightful as is the shape of the boxlock and used it for everything from to find a fibre-waded cartridge
place with all shooters. As the action; both have worked well doing the rounds on my shoot, that seemed to work for me but
spark of interest has been for so long, so why change it? days clay pigeon shooting, having now looked closely at
re-ignited, so manufacturers This model is available with decoying pigeons and game some of the Gamebore loads
have stepped up to the mark, 28- or 30-inch barrels, the tester shooting. The truth is, this have found their Regal 25-grams
offering many different grades has the latter, which I would calibre shoots very well and my #5s to be excellent. They pattern
to suit all pockets, and Beretta recommend, as the balance 686 has never let me down. well, despite being what would
have certainly done their bit is perfect, and that little extra However, I am willing to admit be perceived as a heavier load
on this front. While they are length helps the user push on that on some tremendously for a 28-bore. They are very
not the cheapest, they offer with swinging the gun. The rib windy days, when first starting smooth to fire and whilst not
excellent value for money and is in keeping with the scale of out using it, I left it at home feeling snappy seem to reach
will probably go on for ever, the gun and finished with a and took the 20-bore instead. their destination remarkably
given the sort of use most brass bead as one would expect I have had some of my quickly. And my Beretta loves
shooters give their guns. on a game gun. This example most memorable shots with the them, say no more! GM
The Silver Pigeon 1 is about is a multi choke, coming with
the least expensive O/U made a set of five from Full down TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
by Beretta but don’t think that to Cylinder, I bought an extra Model: Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon
makes it any less of a gun Half, as this restriction in both Calibre: 28-bore (2¾-inches chamber)
compared to more expensive barrels suits me very well. Type: over & under
models. The engraving and Action: boxlock ejector
wood may not look as fancy, True 28 Barrel: 28- or 30-inches
but it works just as well. My One of the best features is Length: 47.5-inches
tester has rather well grained that the action is true to scale Weight: 2.85kg
timber and the stock and for a 28-bore and not a 20 Multi-choke (5 included)
forend match perfectly, the oil with 28-bore barrels on it. Price: £1775
finish brings out the grain very This all helps with weight, but Contact: GMK Ltd. www.gmk.co.uk (trade only)
well. Standard butt length is more importantly keeps the www.beretta.com
www.gamebore.com
14½-inches, but changing the balance and consequently the
LOP is relatively easy for any feel of the gun just right. As I
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THE SMALLBORE
Alternative
The .410 shotgun is a handy vermin tool and also makes a great
clay pigeon destroyer; Bruce Potts checks out the impressive
Armsan A636 semi-auto…
T
here is something Until now, in real terms for one of the best little semi auto walnut stock, a multi choke
very appealing sporting use, there has only really twenties I have shot; this A636 barrel and reliable gas operated
about our smallest been the Remington 1100 or was no different, offering very system and comes complete
practical shotgun Sporting .410 gauge available as good value for money and with three chokes and a sling.
shell, the .410-gauge, as a semi-automatic shotgun. I use are probably the best Turkish
it transcends the learner a Remmy .410 and its excellent; shotguns on the market. Stock
shooter to expert clay so, when this new Armsan A636 For only £595, the A636 Think of Turkey and you think,
buster alike. I like it because 410 semi dropped in, I was really is a light weight, fast handling, (well, I do!) of lovely walnut
it’s more like a rifle cartridge! keen to put it through its paces. reliable and overall good quality groves, where some of the
I shoot more .410 than I tested the 20-gauge for what is realistically a budget world’s best walnut emanates
any other shotgun load. Armsan last year, and it was gun. You have good quality from. It’s one reason that
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armsan | country & shotgun
Attention to
detail, such
as a scalloped
loading port,
vented loading
ramp and
precision milled
red anodised
mag stub
chequing; they actually grip main barrel, which I prefer to good with the polished black
well, so it’s not just decorative. those that are extended. On areas of the action, altogether a
There is a small black rubber a .410 they just look better very pretty and trim little 410.
Turkish guns, except their low recoil pad and plastic tip to aid shorter, although longer chokes The action is a gas piston
prices, are popular, as you speedy shouldering and you do have their benefits. system with large twin ported
get good wood for less. have the addition of sling swivels. They are proofed with 3-inch barrel vents and a sliding,
This A636 was no exception, I like this, as the A636 comes chambers and so magnum stainless steel piston ring that
apart from the standard, with a sling and for me its nice 3-inch loads can be used seals on firing and engages the
practical matt lacquer finish, to sling a shotgun like a rifle with no problem. Remember operating arms that cycles the
but I would remove it to oil when trekking into position. a .410 works at a higher bolt. You also have a dovetail
it, because case underneath The forend is very slim and pressure than a 12-gauge. cut into the top of the action
is some great figured walnut. quite long at 11-inches with The barrel is 28-inches long for red dot or scope use, so
It’s a good colour overall, with gentle sloping sides and long with a very slim, 5mm vented further making the little Armsan
figuring and tiger striping that chequering panels of the same rib and a single Day-Glo red more versatile. I will be testing
changes shade in differing quality as the pistol grip. There element to the muzzle with a some .410 slug loads later.
holds and perspective. are also four ports at the top full length serrated/grooved The action is machined from
It’s a simple field/sporter to allow escaping gases from rib top to avoid reflections. an aluminium block with matt
type stock, with little cast the gas piston operation. Because the .410-gauge is black anodised finish to the
and low comb that can be slim in profile. the rib sits high sides and polished black to top
changed with inserts between Barrel, action on the barrel and has nine and above the trigger making
stock and action. Length of and chokes generous vents to allow a very a nice contrast. The bolt has
pull is 14.25-inches and the A set of three chokes and key good cooling action and it looks a polished or chromed finish,
pistol grip is quite short and are supplied in a plastic wallet very nice too. The external finish with a large, single claw type
upright with generous panels covering ¼, ½ and full choke. is very good; highly polished extractor and reliable ejector
of what looks like laser cut These chokes fit flush from the with blueing that really looks spur in the left-hand action wall.
s
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country & shotgun | armsan
perfectly where the action joins strikes, with a whopping 41 inner
The A636’s
the forend. Its straight cast hits and 81 outer strikes, superb! action is very
and lower comb allow a The Lyalvale Express trim and very
really good handling and 3-inchers held 16grams of well made, it
shouldering action, so that No. 6 shot and felt softer, as all seems to fit
and glide well
the serrated rib guides the it did not eject fully. Pellet with good
eye right down the barrel. strikes were sparse too, at reliability too
The Armsan’s
barrel is thick I fitted the ½ choke and a total of 73 pellets with 15
walled, a good idea on set up 30-inch pattern boards inner and 58 outer strikes.
a high-pressure .410 and the at 25-yards with an array of 2.5- Game Bore Hunting
chokes throw very good patterns cartridges shot well, with
and 3-inch ammunition to test.
Its operating rods and spring are As with the Remmy .410, 16-grams of No. 6 shot and I
s
powerful and effort is needed semis prefer the 3-inch fodder had a total of 100 pellets exactly
to pull the ribbed bolt handle and the A636 was no exception, at 25-yards with 24 inner, a
rearward but everything feels as expected. I did try the Eley bit sparse and 76 outer hits.
very well made and put together. FourLong 2.5-inch cartridge, A really good performer
The trigger is slim, chromed which holds 12.5-grams of No. 6 are the Remington 3-inch
and smooth with a little creep shot. I had a total of 80 strikes at magnums and I had 86 total
but broke cleanly. The safety is 25-yards, which were spread 17 No. 6 pellets from the 11/16th
your typical cross bolt, trigger pellets in 15-inches and the rest, oz load, with 26 good even no money! I liked the 20-gauge,
guard mounted type, pushed 63, in the outer 30-inches. I also hits within 15-inches and 60 which I bought, and guess
left is fire with a red warning tried the Game Bore Hunting pellets around the outside. what, this A636 410 version is
ring visible and to the right 2.5-inch load that had a payload I also tried some Eley and staying with me too. Its great
blocks the trigger movement. of 11-grams of No. 6 shot. Again, Lyalvale Magnasonic subsonic fun to shoot, is reliable when
The trigger guard has a nice a total of 80 pellets on the loads that shot nice patterns, but fed the correct loads and throws
scallop to it for visual appeal boards, with 18 inner and 62 as one would expect, did not really decent patterns. Recoil
and is a moulded polymer, so outer strikes with more spread cycle the action, fair enough. is neglectable, I liked the fact a
won’t rust – good idea. There than the small Eleys. Both failed scope can be fitted too and I will
is a single polished bolt release to cycle fully, as expected. Conclusion be removing that lacquer finish,
button to the right wall of the Next up were the 3-inch Yet again, Armsan has produced to bring out that lovely walnut.
action, as most semis, and the loads. The Fiocchi 3-inch are what is quite simply a superb Overall, superb value; there is
vented magazine follower is well always good performers and semi-automatic shotgun with space in everyone’s gun cabinets
polished too. I really like the red more pellets on the boards really good features for next to for an Armsan A636. GM
anodised magazine spring cup with a better density too from
that allows a speedy loading the ½ choked barrel. 99 total TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
of two rounds of .410-gauge. pellets spread with a 26 No. Model: Armsan A636
This is further aided by the 6 pellets to the inner sector Action: Gas operated, piston
lower action being cut away and nice and even too. The Gauge: .410-gauge
and polished to allow an easy outer sector of 30-inches held Length: 48.25-inch
access. The whole fit and finish the remaining 73 pellets. Barrel: 28-inch, three chokes ¼, ½ and Full
Weight: 5.5lbs
is really good with no slop The Hull High Pheasant are
Capacity: 2 plus one in chamber
and everything is well thought also excellent performers and
Stock: Walnut matt lacquer finish
out and made in my view. the Armsan shot them very well.
Price: £595
This had a payload of 19-grams
Contact: Highland Outdoors
In the field of No. 6 pellets and that www.highlandoutdoors.co.uk
Being a .410 and semi, its translated into plenty of pellets
light at 5.25lbs and balances on the board. Total of 122 pellet
Hull High Pheasant 3-inch Gamebore Hunting 3-inch Fiocchi 3-inch mag
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New 12 Gauge Over & Under Shotguns Used 12 Gauge Over & Under
ATA SP 30" £595 Baikal Double Trigger 28.5" £165
ATA SP Elegant 30" £799 Benelli 828U Black 28.5" £1,695
ATA SP Nickel Game 28" £599 Beretta 682 Gold 30.75" £1,195
Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon 1 28" £1,550 Beretta 682 Gold E 26.25" £945
Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon 1 30" £1,550 Beretta 686 Onyx 28" £895
Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon 1 30" £1,650 Beretta 687 28" £795
Beretta 687 EELL 30" £3,695
Beretta 686 Sil Pigeon 1 Adj 30" £1,825 Beretta 687 EELL LH 30" £3,995
Beretta 687 EELL 30" £5,775 Beretta 690 1 Sport 30" £1,795
Beretta 690 1 Sport 30" £2,275 Beretta SV10 Prevail 3 32" £1,695
Beretta 690 Field III 30" £2,300 Bettinsoli UNIVERSAL 30" £595
Beretta 692 Sporting 32" £2,950 Bettinsoli X Trail 30" £575
Beretta 692 Sporting 30" £2,950 Beverley Sport 27.5" £245
Bettinsoli X Trail Silver 30" £795 Breda Vega Special Trap 29.5" £345
Browning B525 Game 1 Light 28" £1,695 Browning B325 Grade 1 30" £795
Browning B425 Grade 1 32" £745
Browning B525 Game One 30" £1,470 Browning B525 Elite 30" £1,295
Browning B525 Sporter One 28" £1,490 Browning B525 Game One 28" £1,245
Browning B525 Sporter One 30" £1,490 Browning B525 Light 26" £1,295
Browning B525 Sporter One 32" £1,490 Browning B525 Prestige 28" £1,895
Browning B525 Sporter One Adj 30" £1,695 Browning B725 Black Edition 30" £2,100
Browning B725 Hunter Prem. II 30" £2,295 Browning B725 Sporter 30" £1,395
Browning B725 Pro Sport Adj 30" £3,070 Browning Ultra XS Ti Prestige 32" £1,995
Browning B725 Pro Sport Adj 32" £3,070 Lanber Sporting 27.5" £395
Laurona Double trigger 27.5" £295
Browning B725 Sporter II 30" £2,100 Laurona Classic Sporter 29" £595
Browning B725 Sporter II 32" £2,100 Miroku 6000 G3 29" £1,195
Browning Cynergy 28" £1,495 Miroku MK 38 Gr5 Sporter 32" £2,295
Miroku MK 60 Grade 5 30" £2,895 Miroku MK60 sport 28" £795
GM10.18/105s/r
SEMI
SPECIAL
Bruce Potts gets to grips with another bargain shotgun from
Turkey, the Huglu GX 512 semi-auto…
R
ange Right Ltd. GX 512 model in camo, which is Turkish shotgun that turns up Stock
bring in the Huglu a gas-operated, semi-auto with for review, it is difficult to see What strikes you first is the
range of both over/ synthetic stock and comes with how they make the gun for camo clad appearance, which in
under and semi an ABS case and six flush-fitting the money. The GX outwardly Mossy Oak Shadow grass and
auto Turkish shotguns. The chokes and one extended. looks like any other semi and is probably my favourite finish.
semi-automatic range is split Best of all is the price of £475, it is really, but it does feel It really does look natural with
between blued steel and walnut making it very affordable indeed. very solid, without excess very good contrast between
stocked versions and those shod First impressions are usually weight and all the workings the long winding blades of
in camouflage. I had the Huglu what count, and as many a seem similarly well-made. grass/reeds, intertwined with
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huglu | country & shotgun
a background of small grasses. complement of cylinder to
You also have a shadow black to full and one extended 0.020
some of the blades, which really Modified that sticks out of the
does make the finish look 3D, muzzle by ½-inch and is good
which is exactly what you want. for patterning steel loads.
The butt section of the This 28-inch barrel is
stock has a length of pull of similarly camo clad as the
13.75-inches, which is a bit stock and neatly done too,
shorter than a double but with an 8mm top rib with
common to semis that will 8 large vents beneath for
find their way into tight spaces, ample cooling. To sight or
such as pigeon/duck hides. lead the eye, is a single red
The pistol grip has moulded Day-Glo bead at the muzzle.
in stippling instead of chequering, The barrel is secured to the
which is better and offers a good magazine tube by a large, black
grip, as it also has a good palm knurled ring that needs to be
shelf to both sides. There’s a removed to lift off the barrel.
raised scallop in the stock that There are twin steel
supports the soft part of your action rods/bars to the piston,
thumb, stopping it slipping. which is well polished and Larger bolt release and vented The blackened bolt and extended
You also have a solid black 1.25-inches in lengthened then feed ramp for a reliable bolt handle gives a good grip in
rubber recoil pad with deep two split rings gas seals. These cartridge fed to the magazine haste or wet weather
ribbed profile that reduces recoil rings catch the expanding
but can catch on the jacket as gases from the twin ported hollow and extended and the There is an enlarged bolt
you mount the gun; so, maybe barrel after firing a round and load ramp is blacked, vented and load ramp release button
a bit of insulating tape to the top was very easy to clean. and has plenty of room to load to the right side for easy
tip. The forend is 12-inches long a shell. A small inset button to use, even with gloves on.
and again has the moulded in Action, trigger drop a round from the mag for The trigger is smooth and
stippling, with a subtle forward- and safety an instance reload if you like. blackened and quite heavy
s
slanted finger ledge for the The alloy action construction
supporting hand to grasp better. keeps the weight down and
Overall, I really like this strength up and again camo
stock; it has a good solid feel clad and with a nice rounded
to it, not at all hollow, with end of the action top but not
a nice grip and really good drilled or tapped for a scope
effective camo cladding. mount. The ejection port is
quite wide and high to facilitate
Barrel an easy ejection and this is
The Huglu GX comes with either done by the small ejection
a 28- or 30-inch barrel in only spur in the action wall as the
12-gauge calibre. I had the 28- bolt is cycled backward.
inch tube, which is high-tensile The bolt body is blacked
steel and chambered for 3-inch and blued as a contrast to all
12-gauge shells. These barrels that camo and has the Huglu
have the Fleur de Lis proof logo embossed onto it.
markings, so good for steel loads There is a single claw
too. This has also been thought extractor, which dealt with all Overall quality and handling
about with the choking system, the ammo tested. For easier are very favourable in the
as there are six that comes with functioning and loading, the Huglu range of shotguns
the gun- nice one! The usual bolt handle is 24mm circular/
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Model: Huglu GX 512
Type: Gas operated semi
Length: 49.25-inches
Barrel: 28-inches (30-inch available)
Calibre: 12-gauge
Length of pull: 13.75-inches
Trigger: Single stage
Safety: Cross bolt
Weight: 3.3kg
Price: £545
This bird though I was a branch and Contact: Range Right Ltd www.range-right.co.uk
landed right on the Huglu’s action
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COUNTRY & SHOTGUN
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Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon 1 Field Over and Under 12 £1,585
Beretta Silver Pigeon Sport Over and Under 12 £1,695
Beretta 687 EELL Diamond Pigeon Over and Under 12 £5,775 Reading Street, Tenterden, Kent TN30 7LA Tel: 01233 758703
Beretta 690 1 Sport Scroll Over and Under 12 £2,125 Email: TrevorFrith@hotmail.co.uk
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Beretta 690 Field III Over and Under 12 £2,300 Mon: Closed, Tue-Sat: 9-5:30pm, Sun: (Competition) 10-2pm (Last entry 1:30pm)
Beretta 690 Sporting Black Over and Under 12 £2,275
Beretta 692 Black Edition Over and Under 12 £3,875
Beretta 692 Sporting
Beretta Ultralight Gold
Over and Under
Over and Under
12
12
£3,225
£1,950
Please mention
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Browning B525 Sporter One Adjustable (TF) Over and Under 12 £1,685
Browning B725 Hunter Grade 5 Over and Under 12 £4,285
Browning B725 Pro Sport Adjustable Over and Under 12 £3,070
Browning B725 Sporter Black Edition Over and Under 12 £3,070
Browning B725 Sporter II Over and Under 12 £2,270
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GM10.18/15b/g
CUTTING
EDGE KIT
D R E A M · E X P L O R E · D I S C O V E R
GATOR AID
The Gerber
Gator Premium
Sheath Folder
Graham Allen looks at a rugged lock knife from Gerber, the Gator Premium Sheath Folder…
› A sturdy lock knife that a razor-sharp, fine-edge, it very easy and safe to deploy. belt loop incorporated into the
you rely on is a great tool to 3.6-inch clip point martensitic Once fully open, the blade is design.
have (not in a public place CPM-S30V stainless steel held rigidly by the lock on the This is a very impressive
of course!) but knowing that folding blade; the glass-filled back of the handle. The knife knife, one which will cut
the blade will not fold up on nylon handle is covered in comes in a sturdy leather anything required and come
you when using it is very textured, rubberised Gator pouch that is fastened by a back for more and like a real
reassuring, especially when the Grip® that is secure in the large press-stud and there’s a Gator, really has some bite!
work you are carrying out hand, even when wet and the
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
involves cutting at various reinforced steel bolsters make
angles, often with considerable for a very strong design. The Name: Gerber Gator Premium Sheath Folder
force. 3.6-inch clip point blade can Type: Lock-back folder
A fine example of such a be opened one or two- Blade: 3.6-inches, CPM-S30V stainless steel
knife is the new Gator Premium handed using the cut-out in Length: Closed 5-inches, open 8.5-inches
Sheath Folder from Gerber, an the blade and it stops at Price: Around £120
around 90-degrees before Contact: sales@dalesman.uk.com,
updated version of the original.
info@thomasjacks.co.uk for nearest stockists
This US-made product features being fully opened; this makes
ON THE ROAD
› UK legal carry knives have carry knife I have seen, the
to share some traits — sheep’s-foot blade is made from
blades less than 76.2mm a very high performance steel,
Spyderco have a world-wide reputation long and be non-locking, Böhler-Uddeholm N690Co, with
for quality knives; Tim Finley checks apart from that, the world’s a full flat grind that is very, very
your oyster! The Spyderco sharp. The slightly sweeping
out a UK legal carry knife in the shape Roadie bucks the trend for such profile makes it a good cutter.
of the Roadie… knives and its distinctive looks The trademark Spyderco hole
make it stand out from the in the back of the blade is only
crowd, especially the orange 4mm in diameter and there’s
version, which is my favourite. It another 4mm hole through
The Spyderco Roadie open has a pair of dimples for two the scales at the very back of
handed opening and there are the knife to add a lanyard. The
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION no nail nicks that can trap dirt durable fiberglass-reinforced-
Maker: Spyderco and the 90-degree semi-stop nylon (FRN) scales come in
Model: Roadie ensures for safe opening. It also Black, Blue, Red, Grey Orange
Type: Folder has finger choils, giving the user and have the spider logo
Locking: No total confidence in its ability to embossed on each side. The
UK legal carry: Yes get the job done but not fold on notched joint mechanism
Length: Open 129mm, closed 76mm their fingers. gives a good semi-lock and the
Blade: 53mm long, 3mm thick The Roadie is possibly the full-length back spring adds
Weight: 0.028kg most un-threatening everyday to this modern twist on a slip
Blade material: Stainless steel N690Co joint. As an everyday carry UK
Features: Pocket clip, lanyard hole knife, I cannot recommend the
Handle material: FRN Roadie enough; it’s a real quality
item for a modern world.
Price: £65.95
The Spyderco Roadie is a Many thanks to Bruce
Contact: Hennie Haynes: www.heinnie.com
handy, everyday knife and Richard at HH.
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GM10.18/90/g
GM10.18/91/r
bushwear & outdoor | practical & tactical
PRACTICAL
& TACTICAL
EQUIPMENT·CLOTHING·ADVENTURE
GET RIGGED
A big fan of chest rigs, Bill Thomas checks out
a model with some fine military provenance,
courtesy of the former Polish SF guys at The Direct Action
Hurricane Chest Rig
Direct Action...
O
ver the years, I’ve there, and in fact I’ve been
had numerous using one of their excellent
chest rigs, as ‘Mustang’ two-piece pistol
I find them belts for some time now.
comfortable to wear, and
very easy to work with Low profile
if the design is right; So, what makes the ‘Hurricane’
all of mine have served so desirable in my eyes?
me very well indeed. Simply put, it’s a low profile,
My first ARKTIS rig is now well adjustable rig made from
beyond the point of saving, laser-cut laminated 500D
and I’ve had rigs to try from Cordura, making it tough
some of the best companies in enough to endure an awful
Europe and the USA, but when lot of abuse. It has a softshell
I saw the initial design specs interior construction that
for Direct Action’s ‘Hurricane’ makes it comfortable to PRICE:
model a while back, I knew I’d wear for extended periods €239
have to lay my hands on one. of time. The harness is well
Initially partnering up with constructed and feels sturdy, with integrated, adjustable Velcro wraparound ‘tidies’.
Helikon-Tex, the guys at Direct even when loaded up and it magazine pouches with paracord It has a split front-zipper
Action, they have now gone has a reinforced drag handle, retention that adjust to fit a design as well, so you don’t
completely out on their own, along with the ability to be combination of eight AR, four need to adjust it every time
although there is still some attached to one of the Direct AK, or even four 7.62mm you remove it, which is very
synergy between the two Action Body Armour systems. magazines. It also features neat indeed. This isn’t the
companies. Direct Action are The ‘Hurricane’ has nine several fixed external pouches, cheapest model of chest rig
now producing a range of packs, PALS slots on the sides, which including two adjustable on the market by a long shot,
rigs, pouches and tactical gear are perfect for radio, medical, pouches, a sealed zipper pouch but if you’re after excellent
that is the equal of any out utility pockets and horizontal and a Velcro flap pouch. design, along with superlative
PALS slots under the ammo The harness is completely fabrics and workmanship,
pouches for items such adjustable, thanks to a secure then it’s really a bit of kit that
as tourniquets, pistol mag harness design, and to keep you should seriously consider
pouches and 40mm pouches. the excess material tidy it has parting with cash for!
If you choose to run comms,
the fixed pouches are a great TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
size for most radio PRRs and Name: Direct Action Hurricane Chest Rig
there are routing channels to Colours: Adaptive (foliage/ranger) Green, Black,
keep everything tidy and to Coyote Brown, MultiCam, Pencott Badlands,
prevent wires getting caught. Pencott Greenzone and Urban Grey.
Not only is it comfortable Price: €239
and solidly put together, Contact: Direct Action: http://directactiongear.com.
The rig can accommodate AR
and AK mags it also comes as standard
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practical & tactical | bushwear & outdoor
PRICE:
£112.63
STAY SHARP
Pete Wadeson reviews a tough new gun bag from Napier,
the Razorback Rifle Carrier…
The Razorback range of gun luggage will
be known to many readers, as most items
have been featured in these very pages.
The Razorback Rifle Carrier is available in two
sizes, standard and carbine; both are also
available in grey, green and (as shown) the very
appealing terracotta. The standard measures
48-inches in length and 10-inches at the
deepest point, while the carbine version has the
same depth but is 42-inches long.
The pocket extends outwards, so will easily
The build of the bag consists of a tough hold your basic general accessories, such as
canvas outer known as ‘LAMTEC’, a material that spare ammo, compact binos etc
is waterproof and abrasion resistant. This is
bonded to four function layers, a waterproof
membrane, high density 10mm foam, EVA
tough shell and a soft, Syn-fleece lining to
protect the rifle once inside. There’s also an
internal butt ‘retainer’ sleeve and retainer strap;
so, no sliding around in transit.
The main strength of the gunbag lies in the
EVA lateral spine, which forms a hard shell around
The unique and cleverly designed ‘clip together’
the gun. This is so tough it will take an incredible ABS carry handles ‘mate-together’
110lb lateral load pressure even when empty!
This in itself is a unique feature and offers flight The other carrying option is an adjustable
case type protection in a ‘soft sided’ gunbag. The shoulder strap in colour co-ordinated, rot-proof,
outside of this boasts ARMOUR FLEX scuff panels heavy duty Polyester, which has a non-slip and
GM10.18/46/d
at the front, rear and middle sections. To the very comfortable rubber shoulder pad. On the
URGENT PROOF
layman, they’re made of a hard very tough rubber! outer rear is a similarly protected ‘zip-fasten’
12- x 6-inch pocket, which, due to its ‘depth’, will
Self-healing easily
Please check this proof carefully for errors in style, content and hold your basic general accessories such
layout.
The bag closes using a heavy-duty zip (with as spare
Although every care is exercised in preparing your advert, we cannot hold ammo, compact binos etc. The bag
rubberised
ourselves grip tags)
responsible thatinaccuracies
for any is self-healing, overlook.comes with a Napier VP90 corrosion inhibitor
smooth
you may
SHOULD
running with YOU REQUIRE
the whole ANYfurther
track being ALTERATIONS sachet
TO that slips into an internal pouch, and it
THIS
PROOF OR IF THIS PROOF
protected by a unique Weather Shield Guard, IS CORRECT PLEASE
has a 5-year Warranty.
TELEPHONE
meaning that BEFORE _ AND QUOTE
the zip is protected ADVERT NO. _ _ _ _
from scuffs,
knocks, mud and rain. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
For the carry handles, Napier have designed Name: Napier Razorback Rifle Carrier
what is known as a GRIP LOCK handle. These Colours: Grey, Green or Terracotta
are ABS, ergonomically designed male and Price: S RP £112.63
Telephone
female ‘handle01206 506that ‘mate’ Fax
shape’ clips, 01206 500226
together, Contact: Napier of London.
We
to reserve the right
form a secure to charge
single handlefor any very
that’s alteration to this proof which www.napieruk.com
is a departure from the original copy
comfortable to hold and easy to grip.
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HAND IN GLOVE
Pete Wadeson looks at the range of Viper Gloves and amongst the options
is surprised to find hand wear that is well suited to hunting use… M
PRICE: FRO
Patrol
First up, is the Patrol Glove,
which is mainly manufactured
from polyester/spandex with
a microfibre palm. It’s very
lightweight and unrestricting,
while the inner pad area
of the index finger is quite
sensitive and tactile, giving a The Venom Glove are of a polyester/spandex
Clearly seen on the Elite is the ‘Carbon Fibre build, have micro fibre palm with reinforcing and
high level of trigger feel. The
Knuckle Casing’ rubber finger impact protection
design also ensures that they
follow and hug the contours of the hand and a band of the ‘rubber impact protection’ Elite and Venom
of your hand, so that you a textured material is added for the fingers. The gloves can Now we come to the Elite and
maintain a confident hold on forward of this at the base of be adjusted to fit with Rubber/ Venom, which give much more
your rifle in all conditions. They the fingers. These combine to Velcro wrist fastening and the protection, especially at the
also have a useful webbing give extra protection and the pad of the trigger finger has a knuckles. Clearly seen on the
puller found on the inner latter affords good grip. On slight ribbed textured finish, to Elite is the ‘Carbon Fibre Knuckle
top edge of either cuff. the back, you can clearly see aid positive trigger contact. Casing’ but this isn’t the only
‘bullet point’ feature, because
Recon TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION for added comfort they have
The Recon Glove is a very Name: Viper Patrol, Recon, Elite and Venom gloves a Neoprene and inner fleece
striking looking model, due to (Viper SF & Special OPS Glove) lining. They also feature textured
it having an almost futuristic Colours Patrol & Recon: Black, Green, Coyote, V-CAM grip panels, vented palms and a
looking design. The main & Titanium Velcro wrist closure. The Venom
Elite & Venom: – As above except Titanium
body consists of a polyester/ Gloves are of a polyester/
SF: V-Cam only
spandex build, giving a close- Special OPS: Black, Green & Coyote spandex build, have micro
fitting feel, which doesn’t Sizes S, M, L, XL & XXL fibre palm with reinforcing and
hinder wearer dexterity. The Prices: SRP£12.95, £22.50, £24.95, £29.95 rubber finger impact protection.
outer of the micro fibre palm (£17.50 & 16.50) respectively These have ‘Hard-shell’ knuckle
features reinforcing, seen as Contact: Thatchreed Ltd. www.viperkit.co.uk protection plus a rubber/Velcro
two separate pads at the heel wrist fastening plus glove puller.
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GM10.18/39/d
www.moonrakerknives.co.uk
Case Winkler Tan canvas recurve Utility No 6 Manly Peak CPM-S-90V Desert Digicamo Case 6.5 Burnt Bone Stag Mako Lockback
Woodsknife Danial Winklers extensive knife making 80crv2 one hand or two hand opening, thumb hole, Clip point blade 4 ¼” closed, with leather pouch.
Pocket knife carbon steel, 9 ¾” overall handle Micarta with 9.4mm blade, Khaki.
54mm, leather sheath.
special
carbon steel,
beautiful little
carving knife,
fits the hand
very well.
SKU:CA43176 £336.95 SKU:01ml019 £78.95 SKU:CA06921 £117.95
Roselli 40th Anniversary model Benchmade Bugout Green Rough Rider Classic
“Roselli Wootz” CPM-S30V drop point , pocket clip Axis lock. Carbon Yellow Swayback.
Steel 240mm, 3.5mm thick blade, Teak handle This lightweight folder will be ready when you are.
leather sheath.
GM10.18/8/g
The mail order sale of firearms, shotguns and airguns is GM10.18/20/d
shown below.
banned under the Firearms (Amendment) Act. 1997 and the
The Violent Crime Reduction Act, 2006, but this type of sale DEADLINE FOR THE
is still legal for de-acts, replicas, reproductions and knives
or other edged tools. However there are minimum age
Never miss NOVEMBER 2018 EDITION IS
28th SEPTEMBER 2018
restrictions of 18 years for ownership/purchase of non-FAC
airguns and edged tools (as defined in the Offensive 21/23 Phoenix Court, Hawkins Road,
Weapons Act 1996), (as follows); Colchester, Essex CO2 8JY.
Tel: 01206 506247
(a) any knife, knife blade or razor blade,
(b) any axe
(c) any other article which has a blade or which is
sharply pointed and which is made or adapted for
COPY DEADLINES
use for causing injury to the person.
• FOR SALE “RAMBO 2” HUNTER
BOWIE Never used as new £75 and
Best Practice Mail Order Guidelines Anglo Arms Hunter Bowie £75 as new
“never used” Strictly 18+ only “send
For these reasons all our advertisers have chosen to photo to number for age confirmation also
operate an ‘over-18’ policy for all sales of edged tools or wanted (new) Milbro 1911 (177 Pellet)
07930 225504. Kent.
collectable, arms and armour. To assist other advertisers in 10/18
operating this policy if they so wish, we offer the following • BAIGISH 7C NIGHT VISION
guidelines (kindly supplied by Heinnie Haynes) in the form of BINOCULARS. Rare collectors item very
a flowchart. good condition 2.4 mag runs on 9 volt
battery can attach a 35mm camera to
In addition, we would suggest that if any orders are take photos £550 ono. Also a Baigish 7c
placed from a school, college, hospital or similar, that the works but has a fault sold as spares repair
Administration Office for the relevant institution be £50. Tel: 07799 540148. Oakham. 09/18
These ‘over 18’ guidelines are mandatory for sales in call: in full working order with batteries £750
ono. Because its heavy, you would have
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a more responsible and acceptable image to the public at 08/18
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07903 870515
Official UK and
European Distributor
for: Great Eastern
Cutlery Including
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Northfield
GM10.18/119/g
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Rem Tac
Off the bench, the
ce d so me impressive
produ
group s, aim ed by that
scope
superb Kahles 318i
d
and quiet MAE mo
A
nother great and the short barreled Remmy stock, having an adjustable length options. These are made of
offering from is sound moderator friendly and of pull with inserts, more practical ABS and so do not rattle and
Remington Arms with 300 Blackout you have cheekpiece height for scope use feed reliably, even in the shorter
and Raytrade an ultra-quiet steel clanger or and a semi Tactical Profile that 300 ACC Blackout as tested.
is the Remington Model efficient small species deer rifle. is in vogue these days. Being The forend is profiled with
700 Tactical with Magpul Overall, a handy, well-made, an out of the box drop in stock slab sides and has grip via a
stock and in a favourite tough and as the range tests Raytrade supply these so that a raised finger groove, full length
of mine, the 300 ACC proved very accurate rifle. short-actioned Remington Model and shallowing at the tip and
Blackout cartridge. 700 just fits perfectly. Magpul has three vents per side.
Tactical rifles are all the Stock adjustable have also made the stock M-Lok The barrel channel allows
rage but this Rem Tactical Magpul use a reinforced polymer compatible; so, accessories a free-floated system that
can be had as standard in a to form their synthetic stocks and that fit this are easily used. will accept all Remington
Hogue stock, upgraded to an all have an anodised aluminum The Magpul ‘bolt action barrel contours, even the VTR
A B Arms Mod-X Gen III, or as bedding block for perfect and magazine well’ also upgrades triangular profile and up to
here, a very useful and what I consistent bedding of action the hinged floor design to Medium Palma i.e. 0.920-inch
call semi-Tactical/hunter stock. to stock, to maintain optimum accept detachable AICS spec measured 5.5-inches from the
Adjustable to suit the shooter, accuracy. It offers a cost-effective magazines, in .223 or .308 action. There is good rigidity
the Magpul is a good choice upgrade to the standard Hogue length and I had 5- or 10-shot via a tapered beam design, so
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no flex at all and it feels light
but solid. The butt section has " It’s a timeless action and one that can be modified
a 60-degree grip angle for a
natural hold and has a ribbed
to take a vast array of aftermarket products "
front section and moulded
in chequering to the grip. is high anyway but optional bipods can be fitted to three Action
As an adjustable stock, the cheek risers are available to drill points for studs if you like; I The short action is your typical
length of pull can be varied alter the height but it is supplied would like at least one fitted as Model 700 steel tubular design;
from 13.0- to 15.0-inches via with the 0.25-inch standard standard personally. Finally, you the overall finish on this Tactical
0.50 spacers that are supplied. option, which was good for me. have 1.25-inch Footman loops model is the tough scratch-
The recoil pad is rubber but These M-Lok slots on the to left and right of the butt stock resistant satin black oxide finish.
there’s an adaptor to fit other forend and bottom allow sling for sling attachments, to allow The 700’s action is timeless and
aftermarket models. The comb swivels to be mounted and the rifle to sit flat to the back. has been modified, copied and
altered more than any other
modern-day action. The ‘three
SUPERSONIC
rings of steel’, as Remington put
Bullet Weight Load Velocity fps Energy ft/lbs Accuracy at 100-yards it, is the two large forward locking
(inch)
lugs that make for a precise and
Hornady 110gr 19.5-grains of 2371 1373 0.75
strong lockup and forms the
V-Max Hodgdon H 110
strength around the recessed
17.0 grains of 2304 1296 0.95
bolt head and action ring. It’s
Vit N110
a timeless action and one that
Nosler 125gr 18.5gr of RL10X 1,588 700 1.25
can be modified to take a vast
Ballistic Tip
array of aftermarket products,
19.5gr 1763 863 0.95
hence the Magpul stock.
20.0gr 2079 1200 0.85
The action top is supplied
Barnes TSX 130gr 19.0gr of RL10X 2103 1277 0.90
with a one-piece Picatinny rail, so
Hornady SST 150gr 15.0gr of 1663 921 1.15
great for ease of scope mount
Swiss RS30
fitment or NV/thermal device. The
50gr + sabot 56gr 6.25-grains 1714 365 1.25
semi dog legged and flattened
of Tinstar
bolt knob remains with pressed
SUBSONIC in chequering and the metal bolt
shroud stops exhaust gases or
Bullet Weight Load Velocity fps Energy ft/lbs Accuracy at 100-yards
(inch) debris getting to the shooter.
Lapua 200g 8.0gr of H110 1,003 447 1.0 You have a small extractor
B416 sub inset into the bolt face, which
8.5gr of H110 1061 500 0.95 works and a small plunger is your
11.0-grains of 1103 540 1.25 ejector system. The interface
Swiss RS30 between barrel and action has a
9.0gr of Vit N110 998 442 1.0 proper recoil lug that seats the
Sierra 240gr 11.0gr Reloder 7 967 498 1.25 action neatly into the Magpul stock
Match King for a strong and consistent union.
Nosler 125gr 4.5-grains of 1031 295 0.95 The trigger is the X-Mark Pro
Ballistic Tip TinStar powder trigger that is adjustable, which
5.0gr 1081 324 0.85 helps fine tune the rifle to your
preference. This single stage
trigger had no creep but is a little
s
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heavy at 4.85lbs. The safety is a fast 1 in 7 rifling twist rate. M4 Carbine tactical system and as shot groups were under an inch
nice and simple with single lever That fast twist rate is essential with the Whisper was a designed consistently, often 0.85-inch.
on the right side that is back for to stabilise the heavy bullets for super and subsonic use. Barnes 110gr Tac-TX loads
SAFE and forward to FIRE; easy used for the subsonic loads A 110-grain bullet could be achieved 2324fps and 1320ft/
to use, uncomplicated and works but is fine for the light bullets. launched at 2400fps, whilst for lbs for tight 0.75-inch 100-yard,
and if you ‘ride’ the lever with Even with a sound moderator silent subsonic use, a 240-grain three shot groups. I really like
the thumb, it is pretty quiet too. fitted, you have a short and very plus round could achieve a the long black tip for increased
maneuverable rifle, so good for stealthy 950fps. Its length was expansion from these bullets.
Barrel and handling lamping in the confines or 4x4 perfectly suited for the M4 Remington, with its
Befitting a Tactical rifle, you or woodland stalking, where platform but as a sporting round 120-grain OTFB bullet, achieved
can either go for an ultra-long, overhead foliage can be a pain. I love the ability to be used for 2180fps for 1319ft/lbs average
heavy barrel or short and heavy silent pest control, as well as for five shots and solid 1.0-
one, this Remmy had the Group Therapy supersonic small deer species. inch groups at 100-yards.
perfect profile, Heavy Varmint Now the fun part! I fitted First up, were the Hornadys; Reloads is really where the
but short, so that you had all the expensive but utterly these V-Max 110-grain loads 300 Blackout performs in my
the benefits of a rigid barrel for superb Kahles K318i Scope gave 2371fps for 1373ft/lbs view. I load a lot of 300 Whisper
more shots before it heated for precision aiming and an energy, which is pretty efficient and 300 Blackout, so had plenty
up and weight loss for better MAE 38mm muzzle can STS and would be good as a woods of reloaded ammo to try out.
handling, especially when a mod for a quieter life. small species deer load in Great
sound moderator is fitted. I had some factory Britain and Roe in Scotland. It’s Conclusion
At 16.5-inches long, it’s really ammunition, both Remington and accurate too; 100-yard, three- The styling is not personally for me
short and a perfect match for the Barnes, distributed by Raytrade but the Magpul stock is proving
300 BLK round that does not and Hornady 300 Whisper, very popular, as it crosses the
need length for performance. which are compatible seeing as boundaries of Tactical design with
At the muzzle, it was 0.865- the Black Out is a copy of this Sporter handling. It feels really solid
inch with a 5/8th 24 pitch round. I only had supersonic and ready to tackle anything. I had
threaded muzzle and inside had factory ammo so had to reload no feed problems with short or
all the subsonics. The 300 ACC longer super/subsonic rounds and
Remington’s typical bolt with Blackout is basically a clone of with the MAE sound moderator
large twin locking lugs,
plunger type the vaunted 300 Whisper round. and Kahles Tactical K318i scope
ejector and This is a round based on attached proved superbly accurate
small the 221 Fireball round, although from that lovely short barrel.
extractor
AAC or Advanced Armament Another good value
claw The Barnes VorTex 110gr tac
Corporation state a .223 case ammo was superbly accurate at and performing gun from
i.e. shortened; well, that is a 100-yards, hard to reload better! Remington and Raytrade. GM
.221 Fireball! It was originally
developed in 2011 for use in the TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Model: Remington SPS Tactical
Action: Bolt Action
Magazine: Detachable 10-shot ABS
Calibre: 300 ACC Blackout
Length: 36.25-inches
Barrel: 16.5-inches, 5/8th threaded
Stock: Magpul
Trigger: X-Mark Pro
Weight: 7.25lbs
Price: £1295
Typically slab-sided Tactical style Magpul stock has adjustable Contact: Ray Trade Ltd www.raytradeuk.co.uk
length of pull, optional comb height inserts and upright pistol grip
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AND LAMPING GEAR
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Which one is best for Thermal gear allows you State-of-the-art
you, front or rear? to see in total darkness! lamps reviewed
W
hen mankind first started
hunting animals for food, it
must have been confined to
the hours of daylight; if you We now have standalone NV spotters that
can’t see your quarry, you’ve got can find our quarry by enhancing the low
no chance of bringing it home for levels of light available at night from the
dinner! 21st Century hunters and pest moon and the stars and thermal units can
controllers have never had is so good operate in complete darkness, as
though, as there are all manner of hi- they ‘see’ the heat from an object
tech gadgets and gizmos available that and can detect foxes and rabbits
allow 24-hour, 365 days a year hunting. from hundreds of yards away.
Years ago, anyone There are dedicated image intensifying,
wanting to shoot foxes and digital and thermal sight units that replace
rabbits at night would have a day optic and NV ‘add ons’ that can
had to carry around a lamp lighter and lighter and modern lamping be mounted in front of, or behind, a
connected to a heavy car kits are now lightweight, with simply conventional scope, allowing the user to
or motorbike battery and outstanding light outputs. Tiny torches use the same rifle and scope combination
for many years that was can now produce incredible beams from at night. There are even night vision
all that was available, with minute LED pills the size of a grain of rice! cameras that can be mounted on a
some extremely unwieldly scope’s eyebell that display the image
items cobbled together MATTER OF IMAGE on a small screen mounted above the
by ingenious amateurs. Image intensifiers were once only scope – all very clever and these units
Purpose-built lamping kits available to military and police units and are more affordable than other types.
then became available, it was all seen as rather exotic, out of Hunters and pest controllers have
but they still relied reach of the average shooter. Ex-military therefore got a huge range of options
on incandescent light units were then sold off but cost a small available and we have selected examples
bulbs and heavy, fortune, so were still only available to of each of the above in this special
lead acid batteries. the very wealthy. This is all firmly in the feature. Winter is fast approaching
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1 now though, as even though Night and the nights are getting longer; so,
the lamps of old and Vision gear isn’t exactly being given away, maybe it’s time to get kitted out with
battery packs became it’s now available to many more people. something to help you see in the dark!
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eing able to add a night
vision capability to your
normal hunting rifle, whilst
keeping your day scope
fitted and zeroed, is perfect
for those who do not want to
buy a dedicated NV sight. Here
are three popular options…
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GUN SIGHTS
A dedicated night vision sight is often what shooters go for if they shoot
a large number of foxes and rabbits. Here we look at some options.
PULSAR DIGISIGHT and white and is also frost-proof. You have superb accuracy and great down range
ULTRA N355 a smooth zoom from 3.5x to 14x, or an performance. With a half moon and cloud
Reviewer: Bruce Potts optional stepped facility fast zoom of 2x in and out, the Ultra is good up to 8x-10x
The Digisight Ultra N355 is priced at or 4x. I really like the reticle system that without the IR - that’s good! With zero
£1,249.95 and proves that the digital age has 17 optional styles, but the centrally lit ambient light, sure, use the IR and this
has really come full circle, with a cost- red illuminated Mil-Dot is hard to beat. instantly makes the image like day, although
effective, reliable and quality NV sight that The IR illuminator is supplied as take care in barns or around trees, as it
is no more than a decent scope. It’s 314 x standard and is a great unit. You hardly can reflect off and bleed the image.
67 x91mm and weighs 800grams, you now notice the Ultra on a rifle and once you The image is clear and that gives
have as compact a sight as you can get. are sighted in it’s time to appreciate confidence for small targets at range. I
Internally, the N355 has a sensitive its features. That OLED screen is constantly get asked what is the maximum
CCD of 752 x 582 pixels that gives a high- very fine and gives a fizz-free image distance? Honestly, a better NV sight like
resolution image. This is also enhanced and the reticle is really good too. this is not about increased range but better
by the 640x480 AMOLED HD eyepiece I fitted the Ultra N355 to a Weihrauch images at realistic distances for rabbits or
display, that gives a clear image in black HW66 .22LR and what an outfit it made; foxes for a safer and more confident shot.
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PULSAR TRAIL XP38 zoom from 1.2 to 9.6x mag or set digital to switch between, to really define the
THERMAL SIGHT zoom of 2x, 4x and 8x. It’s quite compact at image. Don’t forget, a thermal needs no
Reviewer: Bruce Potts 11.5x2.8x2.6” and weighs in at 620grams. light for detection, so is just as good day or
The Pulsar Trial XP38 is a new breed of The AMOLED display is 640 x 480 night! Performance is quite breath taking!
thermal sight and offers a superb level of resolution and has a nice greenish tinge, I was picking up thermal signatures
detection and clarity at a price of £4059.95. which really gives good contrast to the out to 1,000 yards on walking humans
It has an uncooled detector and 640 x 480 image. You have a technical maximum with dogs easily with definition, so a near
pixel resolution with a frame rate of 50Hz range of a detected 1.7m tall object 1500m range I would say is doable. Deer at
so no slurring of the image. You have an of 1476m, and a useful 5m minimum 1000-yards and foxes to be honest almost
F38mm F1.2 lens, which gives 1.2x mag, close-up distance, so great for rats in the same 800-900-yards, although at that
whereas the XP50 gives 1.6x mag. But you barns. Nice, is the black and white-hot range it’s only a thermal blob! But, after
do have the option of a continuous digital options, which give two different colours months of use, you get to recognise the
outlines of each species better. Black hot
has a far better definition to the image i.e.
really like a black and white photograph.
Start-up is quite speedy and the
controls and whole unit are waterproof;
I had it in deluges in Scotland looking
at stags and it did not falter.
I have genuinely been blown away
with the XP38 Trail’s performance and
it is a game changer in all respects and
will provoke comment from traditionalist
I am sure. As a pure tool for viewing,
counting, detection, safety and security,
it’s superb; the fact that you can use
it as a rifle sight as well is a bonus!
TP LOGIC T20 The diminutive yet rugged T20 thermal a single, easy to source CR2 battery.
THERMAL IMAGER is perfect for close range use, allowing Setting up the T20 is quick and easy
Reviewer: Graham Allen it to be mounted to cameras, additional with the X, Y axis menu system, which
The new TP Logic T20 Thermal Imager handles and mounting adaptors for various is ideal in the field. The unit Is very light
takes mini thermal imaging to the next level applications. A Weaver 30mm ring mount at only 133grams, so won’t upset the
and is tiny at just 2.75 x 1.8 x 1.5-inches; it comes as standard. Power comes from balance of anything it is mounted on.
incorporates a 3-5.5x optical magnification,
accessed via the front lens housing,
The tiny TP Logic
providing a sharp image for quick object
T20 Thermal Imager
acquisition on the 1.3-inches OLED screen.
It has automatic focus, providing a boar
sized detection range of 150m, making it
perfect for a wide range of applications,
such as hunting, airsoft, and tactical
use, as well as search and rescue, law
enforcement and fire services etc. It has a
smooth 30hz refresh for fast moving object Name: TP Logic T20
definition and selectable colour palettes Thermal Imager
and it’s possible to switch between Black Price: £695
Contact: Scott Country
Hot, White Hot, Green NV and Colour.
www.scottcountry.co.uk
The T20 has three reticle choices,
cross, tac and dot for speedy acquisition.
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LAMPS
Despite all the fantastic digital and thermal gear
around, a modern hi-tech lamp is still a very
useful accessory, whether your using it to tackle The Fenix HP25R will find favour with many hunters,
due to its useful array of features and functions
quarry or simply making your way around in
the dark. This selection has a lot to offer… FENIX HP25R
RECHARGEABLE
HEADLAMP
TRACER LEDRAY F600 4 COLOUR Reviewer: Pete Wadeson
Reviewer: Graham Allen The mega-powerful Fenix HP25R
Tracer has built up a fantastic reputation over the years with their wide range of Rechargeable Headlamp comes supplied
gunlights and torches. They have developed a gunlight that enables the user to rapidly with an 18650 battery, housed in the
switch between white, red, green and blue by rotating a collar on the 6½-inch alloy rear, and a micro USB charging cable
body; it’s a bit like adjusting a forward parallax collar on a telescopic sight. As you but it can also be powered using 2x
rotate the collar on the black anodised housing, a different part of the ‘quad-colour’ CR123A non-rechargeable batteries. It’s
LED is brought into play, and when the colour has been selected, the beam position designed to be highly versatile, having
can be ‘zeroed’ using the mounting system that has a sort of ‘ball and socket’ clamp. both a neutral white floodlight and far-
Adjusting the beam doesn’t take long at all using this system and the clamp holds the reaching spotlight beam. The spotlight
lamp securely; the clamp can be fitted to 1-inch and 30mm scope tubes. A 2-inch, beam features a Cree XM-L2 U2 LED,
threaded extension is included in the kit and cuts down light ‘overspill’. four brightness settings with the highest
The focusable 220 Lumen beam reaches out to 200m. and power comes from a intensity delivering an impressive 1000
rechargeable 18650 battery that is charged using the supplied mains charger unit. Lumens, when its crisp, powerful beam
When the F600 is used as a gunlight, the remote switch is used and the pressure pad can reach out to more than 185m.
attached to the stock, using self-adhesive hook and loop pads. Run time is 15-hours The broad 90-degree floodlight beam
on low power, three on medium and 1½ on full power. At only 6.2-ounces, you features a Cree XP-G2 R5 LED and
hardly notice that it is fitted. Everything comes in a robust carry case and it’s a very offers four brightness settings up to
comprehensive kit. 350-Lumens, perfect for close up tasks.
Individual switches control each beam,
but beams cannot be combined. A red
Name: Tracer LEDray F600 4 Colour Torch
LED built into the lamp unit offers added
Price: £116
Contact: Tracer Power. www.tracerpower.com appeal when you need to protect your
night vision.
Waterproof to IPX-6, the HP25R
is prepared for the challenge of all-
weather use, while the aluminum alloy
body also enables longer operation
at high power levels, plus the built-in
mode memory circuit remembers your
last used lighting level for each lamp
unit. A battery level indicator is also
an integral and very useful feature.
CLULITE RE-CHARGEABLE
CLU-BRITER SPORT 1000L SPOTLIGHT
Reviewer: Pete Wadeson setting required. The Sport
The Clulite Clu-Briter Sport (Re- has 3-mode settings of full,
Chargeable) CREE LED 1000L Spotlight low & strobe. Continuous
- the latest model to be released in run time is given as
the company’s small range of ‘Clu- 3hrs for full and strobe,
Briter’ designated units. It is their most 15-hours for low beam.
powerful to date, plus is dressed The ‘Sport,’ boasts a
in a hunter friendly camo outer. ‘focused’ white beam, with a
The full kit includes the Lamp 700m ‘spotting’ rating, which for The Clulite
unit, Mains Charger, Vehicle Charger, a lamp of this size is an incredible ‘stat.’ Re-Chargeable
Clu-Briter Sport
Smart Charger, and an already installed However, on clear nights I’d say when CREE LED 1000L
‘rechargeable’ 3.7v 3600mAH Li- set to full beam, which is tight and very
ion Battery. The bonus of the ‘smart intense, you’d be hard pushed to fault that
charger’ is it allows the lamp to claim. There’s an integral hand lanyard
be charged from a USB port. and for the times quarry is twitchy or
Measuring 6¾-inches along the top, ‘wise’ to a white beam - red, amber, green
it has a ‘protective’ 3½-inch full rubber and blue filters are available separately.
outer diameter lens housing which
holds a 60mm front ‘reflector’ lens. It
boasts a IPX4 splash proof rating and
is fully shockproof. It is 6¾-inches tall
and weighs only 550g, making this a
very lightweight and manageable lamp
and has an ergonomic ‘carry’ handle.
The very positive ON/OFF switch is
positioned ideally for the trigger finger
to fall onto. The ‘mode’ lever is on the Name: Clulite Re-Chargeable Clu-Briter
left of the body casing, positioned above CREE LED SPORT 1000L
and slightly to the rear of the trigger. Price: £118.20
Ideally positioned for (right handed Filters of red, amber,
green or blue: £12 each
use) the thumb of the hand holding the
Contact: Cluson Engineering Limited. www.cluson.co.uk
lamp can easily access it to select which
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LMT SHARPSHOOTER RIFLE SPT1 Straight Pull .308 Rifle .....£3462 17HMR REMMINGTON HP..........................................£10 box of 50
Lewis Machine & Tool Company, Inc. CQB 16" Straight Pull
5.56 mm Rifles........................................................................£2200 17HMR CCI 25gr HP...................................................£10 box of 50
Lewis Machine & Tool Company, SPM16-SP. M4 Straight Pull
5.56 mm Rifles........................................................................£1750 17HMR HORNADAY 25gr HP ......................................£10 box of 20
Benelli M3 Super 90 semi and pump action 12 gauge NEW .£1300
Derya Arms mk12 semi auto magazine fed shotgun new .......£950 17HMR FEDERAL 25gr HP..........................................£20 box of 50
Winchester trench shotgun 24 inch RIC issued 12 gauge 6+1 17HMR S & B 25gr HP ...............................................£10 box of 50
................................................................................................£1600
Winchester Model 1887 lever action shot gun 12 gauge 6+1 17 REMINGTON 25gr HP ............................................£20 box of 50
................................................................................................£1500
Mossberg 500 apt 12 gauge pump sec 1................................£450 222 REMINGTON 55gr SP...........................................£15 box of 20
Smle dated 1916 unissued with cut off barrel like new mint
woodwork..................................................................................£985 22-250 FEDERAL 55gr SP..........................................£15 box of 20
Smle BSA 1939 cut off near mint barrel and woodwork ..........£950
Sporterised Smle 1917 dated BSA action good barrel and stock 22-250 SAKO 55gr SP................................................£20 box of 20
..................................................................................................£325
No 4 Mk1* 303 savage arms bolt action Target Rifle................£675 22-25 FEDERAL 53gr HP............................................£20 box of 20
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No 4 mk1 No 4 T 303 replica scope dated 1943................... £2750
No 4 mk1 No 4 T 303 replica scope dated 1944....................£2600 25-06 HORNADAY 117gr BT.......................................£15 box of 20
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Pimp 15
Pete Moore marvels and cringes at a couple
of custom creations from Gun Fellas and finds
far more practical rifles than he imagined…
I
n general, I’m the sort Curb appeal
of guy that likes to But, the ability to easily dress up
keep things simple; your baby for pure curb appeal,
so, in the main its a specific task or both, is equally
quality factory rifles with appealing and potentially useful.
good synthetic stocks, with And no one rifle exemplifies
extra money spent on the this ethos better than the
best optics and practical generic AR15! A fact reflected
accessories for my hunting by the after-market industry,
needs. Bolt-on goodies are all as it offers literally hundreds of
very well, but in truth not all bits and pieces to satisfy the
really live up to expectations, ever-growing demand. I run a
so: keep it simple and practical Smith & Wesson Military & Police
is usually my advice! 15/22 .22 long rifle semi-auto,
as many of us do. Mine is slightly
tricked out and painted, with
ambidextrous safety, drop-in
trigger kit, lockable telescopic
Left side view of Smith showing BAD Lever in relation to bolt release
butt, over-sized/improved rubber catch and extended locking lever on T-handle
pistol grip and rail covers. The
whole thing, including A-TEC on 22 ARs, when I got a call exaggeration, and to my more
moddy has been Cerakoted in from Richard Vowels (Gunfellas) Spartan eyes, they were not only
Desert Tan with black highlights asking if I would like to look over the top, but also around the
and to me it looks good and at two of his special creations; corner. It then occurred to me
Detail of the carbon fibre barrel
handles better than the original. well dah! To say these two had that they were physical essays
shroud, though having no
function it looks cool; did I say So, with this in mind, I was been customised to within an for what is possible in terms of
that? planning a customising feature inch of their lives would be no cosmetic and practical changes
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and improvements. I say now, clamping screws, but then again
I do not like everything that it only needs setting up once
has been done, but I do like and the head position is superb.
why; so, without further ado, I was beginning to see a pattern
prepare to be blown away! forming here! Cosmetically
The blank canvases for this that was it, but there’s more.
rimfire makeover are a standard,
16-inch, new model, MOE Mk 1, It’s what’s inside
Standard AR triggers are usually
The butt, though seemingly
firm and it’s common to replace basic, is in fact an excellent
them with a drop-in unit, no design and facilitates
difference here with a Timney handling and gun mount
no end
Calvin Elite breaking at a crisp
and light 1.5lb; you spoil us!
This uses anti-walk pins, again
a sensible addition. Perhaps a
bit OTT for this little chopper
is their trigger shoe kit that
consists of a length of pull
Smith & Wesson M&P 15/22 (LOP) adjustable post blade
and a 16.5-inch KRISS Defiance with a rotary finger pad for that
DMK22C-LVOA with the full- perfect firing pinkie position.
length forend. I have tested What did surprise me, was
both out of the box and reckon the Elftmann ambidextrous
they represent two reliable and speed safety, instead of the
shootable rifles. Externally, apart familiar rotary lever. This simple
from the hideous, white paint cross-bolt conversion is very
job on the KRISS, it’s the Smith slick indeed and better than Right side view showing Elftmann cross-bolt safety, extended mag
that has been properly topped the original throw lever, which catch and Timney trigger lever assembly, note the Roah alloy grip
and tailed, so let’s start there. I have always thought good.
It pushes right to left to FIRE Two very
Smiff! and reverses for SAFE. There’s interesting 22
The M-Lok forend remains but a Timber Creak mag release, ARs: the Smith
gets my vote, as
the standard barrel has been which is a simple drop back it’s seriously light
chopped to 12-inch, re-crowned extension plate, I have the Odin and handy but
and threaded ½ x 28 UNEF for version on my Speedmaster and very little in it in
a moddy or brake. But in this it improves things a tad. And shooting ability
or features; you
case Richard fitted a full-length the T-handle has an extended choose
carbon fibre barrel shroud. At unlocking lever on the left.
first, I thought it a full-length
moderator and that the barrel
was drilled, this was not the PRICE LIST
case and it does nothing apart Base gun: Smith &
from looking good, which Wesson M&P 15/22
annoyingly it does! A small Mk 1 MOE: £750
hand stop is fitted, which for a 12-inch barrel: £150
shorty like this is sensible, as Timney Calvin Elite
fingers can easily get too near trigger: 1.5lb £389
the muzzle. The standard A2 Elftmann speed safety: £33
pistol grip has been replaced Timber Creak mag
by an aluminium Roah version, release: £30
essentially a larger A2 but Carbon fibre barrel
with the sides cut out and an shroud: £55
in-fill back strap. Hideous in Roah grip: £125
the white, but it offers excellent Shield SIS sight: £399
hold and control; damn it! Alloy stock: £48
Most radical, the telescopic Extended take
butt has gone, to be replaced down pins: £25
with an alloy, skeleton strut-type. Anti walk pins: £20
It looks minimalistic and drops Magpul bad lever
the shoulder pad well below modified to fit: £36
the line of the buffer tube. It’s Alloy hand stop: £20
length-adjustable but only by
s
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s
The receiver halves now break that will appeal to the base with a SHIELD RMS red
have extended take-down pins, pointless bling brigade no dot fitted. This offsets the dot, so
which is nice but not essential, doubt. The ambi safety is a you can flip the gun on its side
but the biggest bolt-on is the lever-type from Timber Creek and come off the scope and
Magpul BAD Lever or Battery that can be set at 45 or 90°, on to the dot fast for up close
Assist Device. This consists of I found the levers a bit small and personal targets; it’s a good From the muzzle, the practically
of a low power variable scope
an L-shaped control that pins for easy operation. Again, a idea for competition shooting. and an offset red dot are plain to
to the standard bolt release/ Timney Calvin Elite trigger at Richard finished the KRISS in see for competition use
manual hold open catch on 1.5lb with the trigger shoe kit white with electric blue highlights
the upper left of the receiver and anti-walk pins, BAD Lever on the scope mounts, T-handle, totally agree with what it’s trying
and offers a larger thumb pad. and Tactical Galaxy’s extended pistol grip, trigger guard, forward to do and certainly achieving.
It then drops down and goes mag button, take-down pins Picatinny base and controls. It
through the front of the trigger and buffer tube. No iron sights would not look out of place in Handling and
guard to be easily operated on this one; instead, a Warne a Star Wars film. This was the shooting
by the trigger finger. In use, reach-forward/back 30mm intention, to get it away from To quote the film The Dirty
it offers two functions: 1) a scope mount with an EBER the black rifle stigma and also Dozen: “There’re pretty, but can
quick way of closing the bolt 1.5-5x20 optic and beloved of catch the eye, which it does they fight?” Well, the answer to
using the firing hand and 2) action shooters a Warne 45° in spades. I hate the look, but that is a definite yes! After a bit
the same to hold the action of testing with several makes
open. It works but then again PERFORMANCE FIGURES of 22 Long Rifle ammo, I finally
so does the standard bolt settled for Eley’s Contact that
Speeds (FPS) Distance (yards)
release; probably one for the Average Extreme spread 50 100 runs a 42-grain round nose
speed freaks! Richard retains KRISS 1141 46 ½-inch 1-inch bullet at 1090fps, as it suited
the MBUS (Magpul Back-Up Smith 1099 8 ½-inch 1-inch these two rifles with their very
Sight) fold-down iron (plastic) different barrel lengths. For
adjustable sights that come
as standard with the Smith,
always good. He also added
the SHIELD SIS red dot.
KRISS
Externally, the KRISS is the
same long-nosed LOVA
model with the exception
of the Timber Creek pistol
grip, which is similar to the
Roah on the Smith and a
bowed Tactical Galaxy trigger
guard. It also wears one of
their ambidextrous/extended
T-handles too, they have
their uses! The barrel is now
finished with a rather fanciful That muzzle brake, well someone Right side Kris receiver note trigger, ambi lever safety, extended mag
stainless Breacher muzzle might like the bling! release, pistol grip and bowed trigger guard
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also wondered about drop
and general accuracy.
Most interesting was
that there was only a 51fps
difference between the two
rifles with the Smith showing a
much tighter extreme spread.
Plus, its lower speed still
exceeded the Eley quote by
accuracy testing, I fitted my 9fps; not bad. Accuracy was
old Leupold VX-2 3-9x50 in a identical and at 100m I was
one-piece Sportsmatch mount. getting rounds consistently
The 12-inch Smith was a inside 1-inch too. The only
dream to handle; short, light real nod the ammo gave
and very handy, it came up to barrel length was the
fast, giving instinctive shoulder KRISS required 3 Mil-Dots
positioning, sight alignment of elevation and the Smith
and superb pointability. I am 3.5 at that longer distance.
sorely temped getting my own
15/22 cut down to 12-inch too. End game
The KRISS is a larger and I started this test thinking I
heavier rifle, part of this is the had two tricked up pretenders The Tactical galaxy
extend/ambi
fact that it has full metal upper that were merely exercises in T-handle a useful
and lower receiver groups dressing up two good rifles for feature on any AR
compared to the all-polymer of no more good reason other
the Smith. Also, this was the first than cosmetics. Not all the
time I had used the long-nosed accessories are to my taste, release, which again is
LOVA version, which does put as I would not bother with a something I feel has little value. PRICE LIST
a lot of weight up front, for bad Lever, barrel shroud or a Base gun: KRISS Defiance
no really good reason. This fancy muzzle brake on a 22 Conclusion DMK22C-LVOA: £975
shrouded build however, seems rimfire for example. However, At the end of the day, I really Timber Creak Grip: £100
to have become very popular, there are plenty of people enjoyed my time with these Timber Creak Safety
but it’s not for me. The 1.5- who would and good luck to two rather special rifles and 90 or 45°: £45
5x20 scope would seem to suit them, as if it makes you feel it certainly opened my eyes Timney Calvin Elite
any 22 AR and the off-set red good then it might just make to what is possible. Shop trigger 1.5lb: £389
dot mounting is really useful. you perform better. However, around, as there’re a lot of AR Timney Calvin Elite trigger
Out of interest, I others like the drop-in Timney goodies available and many shoe kit blue: £45
choreographed the Contact triggers (though not cheap) not expensive, for example Anti walk pins: £13
in both rifles with some do the business, as did that the Timney is one of the Warne scope mount: £158
interesting results. It’s always Elftmann cross-bolt safety best triggers, but there are Warne 45° red dot
said that there’s little difference and some extended and plenty more that will improve mount: £65
in velocity between a 12-inch ambidextrous controls too. I a standard mechanism for Stainless Breacher
Barrel and anything longer think the only thing Richard did considerably less and be a muzzle break: £60
in terms of ballistics. But I not fit was an ambi magazine better investment given the Accessory rail: £15
sort of shooting you are doing. Tactical Galaxy Extended
Plus, if you have the rifle, then mag release: £30
that’s a chunk of money you Tactical Galaxy Extended
don’t have to spend again, and take down pins: £26
optical choice is down to you. Tactical Galaxy
My thanks to Richard Vowles stock tube: £45
of Gunfellas; it was an eye Tactical Galaxy trigger
opener, mate, cheers! GM guard laser etched: £45
Tactical Galaxy charging
Contact: handle: £48
Gunfellas www.gunfellas.co.uk Tactical Galaxy
S&W 15/22 rifles - end plate: £30
Sportsman Gun Centre Tactical Galaxy
www.sportsmanguncentre.co.uk mag catch: £25
KRISS Defiance rifle and Shield RMS red dot
red dot: SHIELD www. sight blue: £395
shieldpsd.com EBER 1.5-5x20
Eley 22 LR ammo: scope: £174
KRISS left side receiver, with BAD Lever Eley www.eley.co.uk
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Ad-Vantage
well as great optically
I
test a lot of scopes features to a
and if I like them I buy price without
them; over the years, I compromising
have noticed that more performance,
and more ‘cheaper’ models with a superb range of
are adorning my rifles. The models to suit airguns,
reason, prices are dropping and rimfire or centrefire alike.
quality is improving! Better still,
reliability has improved, which Spec
is the key to an accurate shot Vantage scopes are available in
is becoming more consistent, either 1-inch or 30mm (wide
especially on the cost-effective angle models) mono tube
models. A Hawke Vantage scope construction. These IR versions
I bought from FA Andersons now have a 3-9x and 4-12 mag
sits on by Sako custom rimfire power range and 40mm and
and that usurped a Leupold! 50mm objective with 1-inch
Hawke have a superb range tube made of aluminium but
of scopes on offer now and they no parallax adjustment. If
have a very wide choice of optics you need more mag, parallax
to suit all shooting disciplines. adjustment or more or less
I like their quirky models, like magnification, then there are
the slug gun scope on a fully Hawke Vantage models available.
rifled 12g and Crossbow scope Each Vantage has five
on my 300 Blackout S&L rifle. multi coated lenses, 11 layers
The Vantage scope range in total throughout the whole
No frills, just solid, precise ¼ inch per click at 100-yards combine performance and optical system and scope; this
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means enhanced contrast and
light transmission throughout. This Hawke Vantage
3-9x40mm was perfect
Magnification adjustment has for some squirrel
a high torque setting according shooting on the ground,
to the booklet and this allows a 17HMR dedicated
reticles available
smooth, fast mag shift, yet stays
put and does not move under
heavy recoil. It was smooth to
operate and I have shot a Vantage
on a .35 Whelen AK Imp rifle and
250-grain bullets with no ill effects.
The eye relief is 3.5-inches for
both models and exit pupil ranges
from 13.3 -4.4mm (3-9x) or 12.5-
4.2mm (4-12x) dependent on
the mag setting. The adjustment
range is the typical one click for ¼
inch point of impact movement at
100-yards. Under protective caps
are the low profiled finger touch
adjustment turrets for elevation Reticle
and windage adjustment; ¼-inch This is where Hawke have a good
click adjustments are good and reputation for offering reticle
audible and precise with no designs specifically spaced to
slop or back lash and for both suit a variety of ballistic options.
windage and elevation each has a Ranging from airguns, rimfires
whopping 100 MOA adjustment to centrefire, they offer a very
for the smaller mag Hawke user-friendly aiming point, backed
and 80 MOA total adjustment up with their free downloadable
range for the 4-12x model. X-Act ballistic program.
I chose the dedicated reticle
Illumination system for the .22LR subs, as
Some models come with parallax this is calibrated specifically for a
adjustments, but I choose the IR 40-grain .22 rimfire bullet having
versions that had an illuminated a BC of 0.1730, travelling at
The Vantage scopes have a choice This IR version has a choice or
reticle and fixed parallax at 1057fps with a 50-yard zero and of dedicated reticles to match the red or green illuminated reticle
100-yards. I guess on a rimfire a scope height of 1.75-inches. ammunition you are shooting; that illuminates the crosses on
a 50-yards parallax would be I usually sight at 30-yards but I here a 22LR subsonic the stadia
better, but I had no issues. have now changed to a 50-yard
The Illumination rheostat has zero, as this not only suits the There are six aiming points Out in the field
a dual red and green illumination Vantage reticle but allows less of floating crosses that illuminate I set up the Vantage scopes on
with 5 brightness settings to allow hold over or under at the ranges when necessary and one several rifles and have also used
reticle recognition in daylight or I typically encounter vermin. additional aim point at the point of them as the basis for some NV
dusk, against foliage or open Thus, shooting a bullet the 6 o`clock vertical post. These and thermal front end mounted
field. Sited on the left side of the with those characteristics represent the central 50-yard zero kit too. The Vantage weighs very
scope on the saddle, it not only allows the Vantage’s reticle to point and then increasing range of little and is compact enough
looks good but also is smooth to accurately place a shot at range 75-, 100-, 125-, 150-, 175- and not to add too much weight
use, with defined settings using with its spaced stadia along 200-yards. These are only accurate to any sporter rimfire, which
the CR 2032 battery supplied. the six o’clock reticle post. at the optimal max power setting, is good and the satin black
in this case 9 power for the 3-9 finish is scratch resistant too.
Fitted to a HW66 thumbhole
x40mm scope, or 12 power for The illumination has a very
.22LR, the Hawke’s compact size the larger version scope, as this bright setting for day use and this
is ideal for a spot of rabbiting is a second focal plane scope; had minimal bleed at the edges
other mag settings will change of the cross aiming points. Five
the relationship between stadia settings reduce or increase the
and bullet impact remember. It is brightness, so that on the lowest
actually fun to mess around with setting you can see the aiming
settings and inputting data into mark, but it does not glare and
the ballistic program. Hawke also destroy your aiming point.
have specific reticle stadia for 17 The lenses too will surprise
HMR, 22 high velocity, 17 Mach you and are all you need for
2, 22 WMR, Mil dot, L4A-DOT, rimfire use or centrefire for
30-30 Duplex to name a few. that matter, if you are not too
s
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PERFORMANCE
PLINKER
Pete Moore gets a bit excited about Ruger’s latest rimfire rifle
that’s a kind of little brother with big potential…
I
f you read the American handling of the bigger item. I actions, with perhaps one notable the big gun, or just as it is; a good
gun press, there always subscribe to this theory, but still exception, I speak of course of looking mini tactical/precision
seems to be stories reckon that 22 LR rifles are far Ruger’s Precision Rifle (RPR). This machine, with bags of potential.
on the rising cost more than an economy measure, chassis system rifle came out of Called the Precision Rimfire,
of centrefire ammo. The as they are fun trainers, plinkers the left field to surprise everybody the action is taken from Ruger’s
outcome, certainly with AR15 and competition guns; plus, the and offered a fully adjustable American Rimfire sporter,
shooters, is turning to exact 22 perfect small game/vermin tool. butt and free-float barrel. With its but they have substituted an
rimfire, semi-auto copies of the AR15-style layout, it’s chambered 18-inch, heavy barrel and
223 guns, making training and Little brother in 308 Win and 6 and 6.5 dropped it into a rigid glass-filled
usage much cheaper, without But there seems to be less Creedmoor. Now you can have a nylon chassis with free-float
losing the essential feel and cross-over in the world of bolt- 22 LR version as a companion for MLOK forend. As I discovered,
The safety catch is reversible, and the bolt handle is extended with
To its credit, the Precision Rimfire shot an inch or better at 100m; not a tapered knob, it’s also possible to adjust the throw from 1.5- to
too shabby 3-inches
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AMMUNITION PERFORMANCE
MAKE AVERAGE VELOCITY ES (IN FPS)
SK Match 1057.5 3
SK Standard 1032 14
Lapua Center-X 1073.5 8
Win 42 MAX 1071 16
Eley Contact 1062 12
Eley HV Hollow 1181 32
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Initial impressions
s
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Model: Ruger Precision Rimfire
Action: Bolt
Calibre: 22 Long Rifle
Capacity: 10, 15 and 25 (DM)
Magazine: Supplied with BX-15
Barrel: 18-inches, heavy threaded ½ x 28 UNEF
Length: 35.13 - 38.63-inches
Weight 6.8lb (un-scoped)
Price: £690
Contact: Viking Arms Ltd www.vikingshoot.com
(for nearest dealer)
A-TEC moderators Jackson Rifles
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Leapers UTG RECON bipods Rifleworks
www.rifleworks.co.uk
The heavy 18-inch barrel is free- Winchester ammunition: IS Brands
floated; note the UTG RECON 01235 514 550
bipod, a clever system that suits Eley ammunition www.eley.co.uk/ammunition
the Precision’s MLOK forend
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Sauer 202
£54.00
Tikka T3
£54.00
Picatinny Blank
Aluminium Rails Remington 700 Short - £54.00 Tikka T3 - £54.00 204mm Steel
Anschutz 1780 - £54.00 Remington 7400 / 7600 - £54.00 Winchester 70 - £54.00
Antonio Zoli 1900 - £54.00 Remington TAC - £54.00 Winchester WSM - £54.00 £68.00
Benelli ARGO - £54.00 Remington 783 Long - £54.00 Winchester WSSM - £54.00
Browning BAR - £54.00 Remington 783 Short - £54.00 Winchester SXR Vulcan - £54.00
Browning A-Bolt - £54.00 Rossler Titan 3 / 6 - £54.00 Winchester XPR - £54.00
Browning X-Bolt - £69.00 Rossler Titan 16 - £54.00
CZ 550 Dovetail - £62.00 Ruger 10 / 22 - £54.00
Haenal Jager 10 - £54.00
H&K SLB 2000 - £54.00
Sako 75/85 XS, S, SM - £100.00
Sako 75/85 M, L - £100.00
Steel Rails
Browning BAR - £68.00
Picatinny Blank
Howa 1500 - £54.00 Sauer 101 - £54.00 Browning Maral - £68.00 204mm Aluminium Picatinny Blank
Krico 700 / 900 / 902 - £54.00 Sauer 202 Standard - £54.00 Mauser 98 - £68.00
Marlin 1894 - £54.00 Sauer 202 Magnum - £54.00 Mauser M12 - £68.00
£57.00 404mm Aluminium
Marlin 1895 / 336 / 338 - £54.00 Sauer 303 - £81.00 Remington 700 Long - £68.00 £76.00
Mauser 98 - £54.00 Savage Short - £54.00 Remington 700 Short - £68.00
Mauser M12 - £54.00 Savage Long - £54.00 Sauer 202 Standard - £68.00
Remington 700 Long - £54.00 Steyr-Mannlicher - £54.00 Sauer 202 Magnum - £68.00
Tri-Nut
Ring Diameters: Heights Available:
1 inch 6.0mm, 9.5mm, 14.0mm, 19.0mm, 22.0mm
30 mm 6.0mm, 9.5mm, 12.0mm, 14.0mm, 19.0mm, 22.0mm
34 mm 6.0mm, 9.5mm, 12.0mm, 14.0mm, 19.0mm, 22.0mm
36 mm 7.0mm, 9.5mm, 12.0mm, 14.0mm, 19.0mm
40 mm 8.0mm, 12.0mm
Aluminium Bases
Anschutz 1780 Rossler Titan 3 / 6 / 16
Benelli ARGO Sauer 80 / 90 / 92
Browning A-Bolt/X-Bolt Sauer 200
Sauer 202
from
Browning T-Bolt
Browning BAR/BLR Savage £142.00
Browning BBR Steyr-Mannlicher S, M, L from
Browning Eurobolt Swiss Arms SHR-979 Quick
Browning Mauser Weatherby Mark V / 300 £34.00 Detachable
Heym SR 20 / 21 / 30 / 40 Winchester 70 Std / Mag
Ring Diameters: Heights Available:
Howa 1500 Winchester 70 WSM
Krico 700/900/902 Winchester 70 WSSM 1 inch 6.0mm, 9.5mm, 14.0mm, 19.0mm, 22.0mm
Mauser 94 / 96 / 98 Winchester 88 / 100 30 mm 6.0mm, 9.5mm, 12.0mm, 14.0mm, 19.0mm, 22.0mm
Merkel SR1 Basic Winchester SXR Vulcan 34 mm 6.0mm, 9.5mm, 12.0mm, 14.0mm, 19.0mm, 22.0mm
Remington 700 PLUS MANY MORE.......
36 mm 7.0mm, 9.5mm, 12.0mm, 14.0mm, 19.0mm
40 mm 8.0mm, 12.0mm
Picatinny Tip Off Mounts for Picatinny Tip Off Mounts for
Swarovski Rail Scopes Zeiss Rail Scopes (45º)
Tri-Nut Fixing Tri-Nut Fixing
£184.00 £155.00
Quick Release Lever Fixing Quick Release Lever Fixing
£189.00 £159.00
Picatinny One Piece Tip Off Picatinny One Piece Tip Off
Mounts for Rail Scopes Mounts for Ring Scopes
for: Swarovski / Zeiss / S&B 1”, 30mm, 34mm, 36mm & 40mm
Recknagel Parts
to Fit Optilock Bases Zeiss Rail Ring Diameter Height Options
1 inch 5mm, 10mm or 18mm £84.00
These are Recknagel Parts 30mm 5mm, 10mm or 18mm £84.00
34mm 5mm, 10mm or 18mm £84.00
which will also fit the Optilock
36mm 5mm, 10mm or 18mm £84.00
Bases, so you can use any of Rings 40mm 5mm or 10mm £84.00
these on your existing Zeiss Rail 6mm £108.00
Optilock Bases on your rifle. Swarovski Rail 5mm £108.00
Schmidt & Bender Rail 3mm £108.00
Silencers SOB01
Diameter 50mm
A NEW lightweight silencer provides superb sound reduction in comparision
NEW Total Length 235mm
Adds to Barrel 145mm
to others on the market. The silencers use an internal baffle system within a Section Over Barrel 90mm
solid one-piece outer body. Max. Barrel Diameter 22.5mm
Weight 387g
The added benefit of interchangeable threads allows the user
Decibel Reduction 32 db
to swap between multiple threads in the same
calibre group. There are two different
RRP £420.00
models SOB01 and SOB02
SOB02
Diameter 50mm
Total Length 235mm
Adds to Barrel 105mm
Section Over Barrel 130mm
Max. Barrel Diameter 22.5mm
Weight 378g
Decibel Reduction 28 db
RRP £420.00
Interchange Threads
Imperial Threads
1/2” x 20 UNF
1/2” x 28 UNEF
5/8” x 24 UNEF
Metric Threads
M13x1
M14x1
M15x1
M16x1 RRP £17.00
M17x1 each
M18x1
We Can Supply Through Any RFD/Gunshop - Contact Them Today to Place Your Order
from £101.00
Sako 75/85
Available in the following Models: in X-Short, Short,
Anschutz 54/64 (0/10/20 MOA) - £76.00 Medium and Long
Blaser R8/R93 (0 MOA) - £136.00
Rings are Available in Steel or
Browning A-Bolt (0/10/20 MOA) - £76.00
tough, lightweight Ergal 7075
Browning BAR (0 MOA) - £76.00 Sauer 200 (10 MOA) - £76.00
Picatinny Rings - QD
Browning X-Bolt Short (0/20 MOA) - £76.00 Sauer 202 (0/10/20 MOA) - £76.00
Browning X-Bolt Long (0/20 MOA) - £76.00 Sauer 202 (0/10/20 MOA) - £76.00
BRNO 98 (0 MOA) - £76.00 Savage 12 Short (0 MOA) - £76.00 These steel picatinny rings come
CZ 452/455 (0/10/20 MOA) - £76.00 Savage 12 Long (10 MOA) - £76.00 in 30mm diameter and 8mm
Howa 1500 Short (0/10/20/30 MOA) - £76.00 Tikka T3 (0/10/20/30 MOA) - £76.00 or 12mm height options.
Howa 1500 Long (10/20 MOA) - £76.00 Weatherby Mark V Short (0 MOA) - £76.00
Remington 700 Short (0/10/20 MOA) - £76.00 Weatherby Vanguard Short (0 MOA) - £76.00 £139.00
Remington 700 Long (0/10/20/30 MOA) - £76.00 Winchester 70 Short (10/20 MOA) - £76.00 NEW
Rossler Titan 6 (20 MOA) - £76.00 Winchester 70 Long (10/20 MOA) - £76.00
Sabatti Rover Short (0 MOA) - £76.00 Winchester 70 X-Long (0 MOA) - £76.00
Sabatti Rover Long (10 MOA) - £76.00 Winchester XPR (0 MOA) - £76.00 75mm Rear Extension
Sako A7 Short (0/20 MOA) - £76.00
Sako A7 Medium (0/20 MOA) - £76.00 Chrome Finished Picatinny Rails:
Sako A7 Long (0 MOA) - £76.00 Howa 1500 Short (0/10/20 MOA) - £86.00
Sako 75/85 X-Short (0 MOA) - £114.00 Howa 1500 Long (10/20 MOA) - £86.00 NEW
Sako 75/85 Short (0/10/20 MOA) - £114.00 Remington 700 Short (0/10/20 MOA) - £86.00
Sako 75/85 Medium (0/10/20 MOA) - £114.00 Remington 700 Long (0/10/20 MOA) - £86.00
Sako 75/85 Long (0/10/20 MOA) - £114.00 Tikka T3 (0/10/20MOA) - £86.00 EXTENDED Sako 75/85 X-Short (0 MOA) - £130.00
Sako TRG 22/42(10/20 MOA)- £76.00 Sako 75/85 (0 MOA) - £124.00 EXTENDED Sako 75/85 Short (0 MOA) - £130.00
EXTENDED Sako 75/85 Medium (0 MOA) - £130.00
420mm Rail
£435.00
QD Mount - ATN X-SIGHT II
for Blaser NEW
A quick release mount for Blaser which accepts
the ATN X-SIGHT II, plus the Thor HD / Mars HD.
Extends back 114mm from the Blaser rear
mounting notch.
327mm Rail 256mm Rail
£300.00
£358.00 £319.00
£261.00
Anschutz 11mm Dovetail £70.00 Remington 700 Short £58.00 Mounts for Rail Scopes
Bettinsoli £58.00 Remington 700 Long £58.00 Zeiss Rail
Browning BAR £58.00 Sako 75/85 £70.00 £261.00
Browning X-Bolt Long £58.00 Sauer 202 Standard £58.00
Browning X-Bolt Short £58.00 Sauer 202 Magnum £58.00
Browning European £58.00 Tikka T3 £58.00
CZ 550 (19mm Dovetail) £70.00 Winchester 70 Short £58.00
CZ 452 (11mm Dovetail) £70.00 Winchester 70 Long £58.00 Burris/Nikon Swarovski Rail
Merkel Helix £70.00 Winchester 70 WSM £58.00 £290.00 £261.00
Cleaning and caring for your gun is a big part of accuracy, even if seen as a necessary evil.
Cleaning should take as little time as possible. After all, one doesn’t shoot for the pleasure of the
subsequent cleaning.
VFG have developed a unique and easy to use cleaning system comprising calibre specific felt
pellets. The pellets fit onto an adaptor on your regular cleaning rod.
The pellets are a close fit to the bore of your rifle and, when pushed through, expand to fit right into
the bottom of the valley between the lands, ensuring no fouling is missed. In most cases, cleaning
solvent is not required and is not recommended.
For stubborn copper fouling, VFG produce an ‘intensive’ felt pellet. This pellet is green in colour
and is impregnated with phosphor bronze particles, the same material a phosphor bronze brush is
made of. Easily and thoroughly removes copper fouling with no risk of damage to the bore of your No need to buy a new rod!
rifle. Adaptors available for all popular
American and British rods at only £3 each.
Cleaning is as simple as running the white felts through until clean, a couple of scrubs with
the intensive felt, if required, and then once through with a light oil to protect from rust Dedicated rods also available if required.
before storage. Easy and fast!
Cleaning Rod 4 - 4.5mm
1 Piece Rod (£37.00) 66801
Firearm Pocket Set - 167292 Cleaning Rod .22 - 6.5mm
Pocket Pull Through - suitable for all calibres of rifle 1 Piece Rod 66889 (£33.50) / 3 Piece Rod 66890 (£38.50)
and shotgun. A plastic covered steel wire (the flexible
Cleaning Rod 7mm and Over
“cleaning rod”) and a grip disc are part of the set.
1 Piece Rod 66883 (£33.50) / 3 Piece Rod 66894 (£38.50)
£23.00
VFG Cleaning Rod for 4-4.5mm / .22 - 6.5mm / 7mm and above Barrels (Approx. 910mm cleaning length)
Quick Detachable
Repeatable Zero
Multiple Scopes
Switch
Barrel
System
All Schultz & Larsen barrels are quickly and easily removable.
This allows for rapid change of calibre or profile. All barrels
in the standard calibre group use the same bolt so you need
only change the barrel. All Classic & Victory rifles accept Mag-
num calibres on the same action with only the requirement to
change the bolt. On Schultz & Larsen rifles, the three lug bolt
locks directly into the barrel so that none of the pressure on
firing transmits to the action body.
Length: 163mm
m
(+ 148mm to barrel)
Over Barrel
£155.00 RRP
Weight: 234g / 322g
Diameter: 38mm / 38mm
m
Length: 136mm / 225mm
Superdome
8m
(Both + 120mm to barrel)
ø3
Muzzle Mounted £195.00 RRP
or Over Barrel
Weight: 280g / 385g
Diameter: 44mm / 44mm
Thunderdome
ø4
A stainless steel core with a tough aluminium body Length: 135mm / 225mm
ø5
Ultra Venom
The Venom Series
Muzzle Mounted
or Over Barrel
Weight: 265g / 341g
ø3
Custom fibreglass and carbon fibre stocks for sporting, target and tactical rifles
Ergonomic stocks
for sporting rifles
www.jacksonrifles.com
t: 01644 470223 f: 01644 470227
Ultra-lightweight sound moderators
Shotgun Silencer
Currently supplied with a 12 gauge choke tube to fit
one of the following choke systems:
• Proven design - made since 1990 by Europe’s largest manufacturer of high-power rifle silencers
• Sleeves back over the barrel – T4 adds only 2½" (65 mm) T8 adds 4" (98 mm)
• Chosen by the Forestry Commission to comply with UK Noise at Work Regulations
DUAL rimfire suppressor • Wide range of muzzle threads available
• For air rifles, 22 LR, and rim-fire magnum • Sound reduction -25 to -30 dB(C) to MIL Std. 1474 (T8)
• Sound reduction -27 to -33 dB(C) • Robust all-welded steel construction with non-reflective grey parkerized coating
• 28 mm diameter, 285 grams
• Net length 160 mm (6.5")
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firearms | reloading basics
Reloading Basics
BULLETS:PART 1
Mark Underwood continues his series
on ‘rolling your own’ and this time looks at the projectile…
W
hen it comes different bullet weights and types,
to reloading, to see how they affect accuracy.
the component However, when you first start to
that has the reload, you are best choosing
greatest number of options a single bullet and sticking with
to choose from must be the it, at least until you have ironed
bullet. For any given common out all the other variables!
calibre, there are a few brands
of primers, and several brands Horses for courses!
and types of powder, however, When it comes to buying your
when it comes to bullets, there bullets, the first consideration
are generally dozens to pick should be what you are going to
from. They vary in weight, shape, use them for. For target shooting, 45-70 bullets, note the semi-jacketed variant on the right
materials and, to a smaller extent, in ‘pistol calibres’, lead bullets
diameter for any given calibre. are fine, while for high velocity Jacketed bullets are also far jackets that are designed to
For anyone new to reloading, this rifle calibres, jacketed bullets are more expensive than plain enhance expansion and stopping
can cause some confusion, and the way to go; at these higher lead, so there is little point in power on live targets; fantastic
with bullet choice being critical velocities, lead bullets will strip in using them for target shooting for hunting but wasted on
to both accuracy and safety, it is the rifling and ‘lead the bore’, while if lead would work fine. There punching holes in paper targets.
important to get the choice right the bullets with copper jackets are also numerous types of So, whatever type of shooting
first time. Once you become are that much tougher and can hunting bullets available, which you are reloading for, consider
more experienced in reloading, withstand the higher pressures are even more expensive, with your bullet choice carefully.
you can go on to experiment with associated with such velocities. polymer tips and specialist
Bullet weight
Reloading data for any given
powder will normally list loads
in order of bullet weight, with
the lighter bullets first, and you
will see that as the bullets get
heavier, the powder charges
get smaller, velocities generally
get slower, but pressures stay
around the same level. This
last characteristic being down
to the fact that getting bigger,
heavier bullets moving up the
barrel puts up more resistance,
and so causes higher pressure
for the amount of powder, than
a lighter bullet does. Because
the lighter bullet starts moving
Just a small selection of bullets easier, it requires more powder
that are available in .357 calibre to get it up to speed quicker
before it exits the barrel in
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the rifling. How hard the alloy is you buy is correct for the gun
varies from brand to brand, and you reload for. This may seem
a degree of experimentation is pretty obvious but considered
required to see what degree this: a .38 calibre rifle uses .357-
of hardness works best in a or a .358-inch diameter bullets,
particular gun. The bullets need a 44 magnum actually uses
to be soft enough to shape a .429-inch diameter bullet.
themselves to the rifling in This variance between the
the barrel but hard enough stated calibre of a gun, and the
to withstand the pressures diameter of the bullets it uses,
and temperatures that they occurs across the full range of
will be subject to. Hornady’s calibres, so care is needed when
excellent lead wadcutters are purchasing bullets. In examples
relatively soft and perform like the .38 calibre, where
very well in a long-barrelled more than one bullet diameter
revolver at low velocity, but is available, it is worth trying
with too much powder behind both, just to see which suits
them they will leave a lot of your gun best. Reloading data
Bullets come
in different lead in the rifling and accuracy will generally state the bullet
shapes and drops away considerably. diameter used clearly but do
sizes for Jacketed bullets, as the not be afraid to ask the retailer
different name suggests, carry a full to make sure you are getting
applications
or partial jacket of copper, the correct bullets for your gun.
or other harder metals, over
the lead core and, as stated Conclusion
"Bullet weight can have a previously, the harder coating Despite the above variables, if
allows the bullets to withstand you stick to the combinations of
huge impact on accuracy" higher pressures than the lead powders and bullets listed in the
alloy ones, so that they can reloading data and talk through
much less time than the heavy nosed, such as semi-wadcutters, be fired at higher velocities. what you are buying with the
one. If you use more than one round-nosed-flat-point etc. The Bullets that have a jacket retailer, you can be sure to get
weight of bullet in the same thing they have in common is made of material harder than the right bullets to suit your
design, be sure to keep them that they do not have a sharp copper, for example steel, are gun. Next month, I will look at
in their original boxes, to avoid point, which could strike the known to accelerate barrel some of the more technical
getting them mixed up, putting primer of the round in front of wear and should be avoided aspects of bullet selection. GM
a heavier bullet on top of the it in the magazine when the wherever possible. They offer
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from. The different bullet shapes of bullets intended for use
suit different applications, such in black powder guns, are
as hunting, target shooting actually a lead-alloy, which is
etc. and then fall into further considerably harder than 100%
sub-groups for particular types lead. The reason for the use
Flat nosed
of firearms. If you are using a of harder alloys, is that they
bullets should
gun with a tubular magazine, can withstand the pressures be used
such as an underlever carbine, they are subjected to on firing in tubular
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Mausers
Bruce Potts examines an interesting pair of
other rifle in existence.
Why? It’s a seriously well
designed, functioning, strong
pre-war 22 rimfires from Mauser…
and reliable action and is why
it still endures today with many versions, but my interest lay in
a custom or classic rifle being the single shot target/sporters.
built on that action type.
I have long been a fan On target
of the '98, usually in Sniper First up, is the ES340B Target,
form or classic sporting usage, which is single shot bolt action
but one genre of Mauser has rifle made prior to WW2. The
passed me by, the 22 rimfire MS340B Target is the magazine
range. I sought to redress this version. These are target models
fact when I made a visit to because they have a target grade
Gerry White Firearms in Pitsford and weight barrel of 26.5-inches
Northamptonshire, who stocks a long, which gives an overall
good selection of this marque. length of 45.5-inches and weight
These .22 rimfire Mausers of 8lbs. Although chambered for
are scaled-down versions of the small .22lr round, you can
their bigger brother and offer see from these specifications that
the usual Mauser superb the ES350B is no lightweight.
build quality. There was also a A slim line barrelled version
huge range and models from would be the MM410B.
the 1920s to WWII are the The bolt is basically This version, however,
a mini Mauser with
most desirable with single or has a lovely dark walnut stock
flag safety and is
magazine fed varieties. There single shot in both and rather K98-esque, with a
were also a lot of Wehrmacht these models long forend and finger groove
training rifles, designated KKW like the Weihrauch HW35 air
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pre-war mauser 22 rimfires | firearms
are non-threaded rifles and if classic rimfires for competition,
threaded the value plummets! but I intend taking them after
Best accuracy came from the some rabbits; so, stay tuned.
Eley Match ammunition in the
ES340B model with one big hole Conclusion
at 25-yards off the bench and It’s taken me a while to get
" These .22 rimfire Mausers 0.65-inches at 50-yards; not bad around to these mini Mausers
for a rifle made in 1937! The but what a nice find. Classic
are scaled-down versions Championship model actually in every way and the build
loved the RWS HV ammunition, quality is really just not seen
of their bigger brother " not my normal fare but 0.55- today, which is why these rifles
inch 50-yard groups and under command good money and are
MOA at 100-yards will suit me. highly collectable. Check for the
Winchester subs (40gr) also obvious signs of wear to the
shot tiny 0.45 25-yard groups; bore in the throat area and for
so, that`s my rabbit load sorted! pitting. Also, make sure that the
You can see the immediate heritage Also, being quite a long crown is perfect and it comes
between the Mauser 22 rimfire series
barrel at 26.5-inches, the with the correct rear sight and
and its bigger brother the Mauser K98
muzzle report from the stock design, there are many
subsonics and target ammo marriages. It is also important
rifle. The pistol grip is Prince barrel with interchangeable was actually not as load as you to check the bolt matches the
of Wales profile with some element and hooded foresight would expect out in the field. action and barrel number, all
nice hand-chequered panels. and fully adjustable rear sight As soon as you pick up these clearly marked. Gerry’s rifles
You also have a good clear like the ES340B but this rear Mausers, you can appreciate the were all first rate and a real
Mauser monogram stamped sight can be moved up and heritage and quality compared treat to shoot, try one you won’t
into the right side of the down the barrel on extra- to their modern-day counterpart. regret it. Contact Gerry White
stock and early versions had long 11mm dovetails, to These would make superb Firearms: 07801 794 801. GM
a metal recoil pad, whilst this suit the eye sight and sight
has a vulcanite plastic type. picture best for the shooter.
The action is sublime and You have the same excellent
deep blued, as is the barrel. It action design and a repeater
is a mini Mauser in all respects, version is also available as the
with a side mounted, full-length MS350B model. The stock is
extractor and side wall mounted superb, high-grade walnut with
ejector. The bolt has a fast lock a rubbed oil finish that exudes
time and turn down bolt handle quality and the same Mauser
and being a single shot, the logo imprinted to the side.
action profile is very strong. You This model had the vulcanite
also have the traditional wing butt-pad and some really good
type safety with three positions, hand-cut chequering. The
fire to left, upright is safe and to pistol grip is well covered and
the right is safe and bolt lock. the long forend has coverage
The action is grooved for to the sides and underneath, Both models have the Mauser Logo stamped into the butt stock
and you can see the differing pistol grip styles
11mm scope mounts, but affording a really good grip from
they need to be high 20mm the well-executed chequering.
plus height, so that the bolt This model came with a
handle clears, as it operates period pre-WWII, mid 1930's
in quite an upright position. scope from W&H Siebert from
I fitted a period, 1937, Zeiss Wetzlar Germany. It was the
Zeilvier scope but with 70's Jaguar Sport model, with a 2x
airgun mounts, so no windage power magnification and simple
adjustment but due to luck, post only stadia – typically
only out by 1-inch, so okay for German. It came with soldered
testing. Actually, finding period on 11mm quick detachable
scopes and mounts is becoming mounts that have windage
increasing more difficult. adjustment in the rear mount,
as scopes from this era seldom
Champion have windage adjustment. The Championship
For those wanting a bit of Accuracy, as expected, model has a fully
class, then the ES350B with correct ammunition, was adjustable rear
sight and extra-
Championship model is a exactly as good as the finish, long dovetail to
single-shot masterpiece. This with the rifling exhibiting a very the barrel
has the same heavy profiled high degree of precision. These
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> Before I get rolling with the review
this month, let's recap on who Krytac
are, and how they entered the airsoft
industry. In 2014, it became apparent
WAR
that Swiss firearms manufacturer KRISS was
thinking about getting into the airsoft market
in their own right. Initially having partnered
up with another airsoft manufacturer, KRISS
made it quite clear at SHOT Show that year
that they would be forging their own path,
and they have done so successfully since
then with their KRYTAC range of carbines,
rifles and LMGs. KRYTAC, established in
Southern California in 2013, came out with
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“The shooting community is expanding
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Exterior
"The LVOA-C Of course, the feature which sets the
LVOA apart from the other Krytac models,
itself is a direct
s
confirmed by www.recoilweb.com that War Ubisoft's ‘Tom Clancy's The Division’ and the included rail section can be attached
Sport had been acquired by ZRODelta, a ‘Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Wildlands’ video wherever you like your accessories to sit.
firearms company with some big American games. Of course, due to the allure of both When it comes to KRYTAC, all you
industry names behind it, and we’ve yet the real firearm and its gaming connections, need to do is buy your chosen AEG, in
to see what this actually means in reality, airsofters wanted one. A number of companies this case the rather splendid LVOA-C, add
but I for one am keeping an eye out! created ‘lookalike’ Wire Cutter rails very a decent battery and BBs and you’re in
The LVOA-C itself is a direct gas- quickly, but given their industry connections, the game! All European models are CE
impingement operated rifle, based on the it was to be KRYTAC that launched a licenced Certified and bear all the legally required
AR platform. It features a proprietary barrel replica that mimics the ‘real deal’ in every markings, which will guarantee conformity
shroud with an integrated muzzle brake/ way, even down to the correct trademarks. to all European directives and safety
flash suppressor, which serves its intended Now, this is all well and good, but at standards. In addition, KRYTAC AEGs will
manufacturing purpose to be a close quarter the end of the day, it’s not all about looks, be offered in models/power ranges to
combat weapon with a low visibility operation is it? All the KRYTAC AEGs work surprisingly meet country specific regulations, which of
application (LVOA). The assault rifle features well on a 7.4V NUPROL LiPo, giving a trigger course now with the PCA in effect, means
chamber options of 5.56X45mm NATO and response that is far crisper than you would that you can be assured of staying ‘legal’.
.223 Wylde. The LVOA weighs 7-pounds expect; when you crank things up to an 11.1V
(3.2kg) unloaded, 7.5-pounds (3.4kg) with a though, the trigger response is as good as Conclusion
30-round magazine) and measures 35.5-inches anything I’ve tried, but it is recommended For a ‘skirmishable’ carbine with some
(90cm) in length (32.75-inches (83.2cm) that you run your LVOA-C on nothing more absolutely stunning and unique looks,
with a closed stock. To eliminate the need for than a 7.4V. Chrono testing was carried out the licensed LVOA-C really does tick all
a suppressor whilst still offering the lowest using .20g NUPROL RZR BBs; the hop-up is the boxes for me and with a retail price
possible flash signature, the LVOA system offers easily set, thanks to the precise rotary design, under £400, it’s one hell of a beast!
a two-part solution: first, the incorporation of and once set, stays where it should. KRYTAC Whilst ZRODelta have indicated that
a BattleComp 2.0 full muzzle break, pinned have looked carefully to legal power levels the real LVOA-C will move forward, this
and welded to the end of the barrel, and in all the countries they sell to worldwide; is still far from certain at the time of
second, a flash suppressor integrated in the so, I was not at all surprised when the LVOA writing; so, if you’d like to own a piece
rail system that surrounds and manages the registered a consistent and UK site (and of firearm history in airsoft form, then
gases from each fired round. It has been now legal!) limit-friendly 0.95-Joule/320fps; the KRYTAC LVOA-C is most definitely
widely used by private military companies for KRYTAC promised that models coming to something to consider long and hard!
overseas and domestic operations due to its our shores would be legally compliant, and KRYTAC offer both the LVOA-C and
reliability, low recoil and visual signature. they’ve obviously lived up to their word! Also, LVOA-S models in either black of a rather
As far as gaming goes, the LVOA-C has as I suspected, the accuracy is right up there, nifty Foliage Green colour, coming in
already been used in video games and movies with the LVOA sending the BBs out a good at £389/£399 respectively, and all are
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site is situated in a mature
woodland with rivers, trenches,
hills, command centers and
Airsoft can be played by bunkers, and offers players a
anyone, young or old, broad style of play; whether
male or female you’re the lone wolf, or a team
player, there is a role for you.
AIRSOFT SITES:
Recently, Spec Ops have
been working on updating
the site, so there are new
trench systems and bunkers
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firearms. Neither does it apply to de-activated firearms or antiques. Also
despite this new legislation, the possession of realistic imitation firearms will
not be affected by the VCR Act.
Well stocked airsoft shop. A realistic imitation firearm is one which, for all intents and purposes, is
indistinguishable from a real firearm. An imitation firearm that is not a
realistic imitation firearm may be sold, manufactured, imported, etc. if it
meets certain criteria, including principal colour, shape and size (to be
Xsite Airsoft decided by the Home Office).
The Act permits importation, sales, and transactions in imitation firearms
manufactured in a transparent material.
It is not an offence to sell an imitation firearm which has; ‘the design and
mechanism of a sort first dating from before the year 1870’.
It is an offence for a person under the age of 18 to purchase an imitation
Fryer’s Farm Lane, Lane End, firearm and it will be an offence to sell an imitation firearm to a person
under the age of 18.
The Home Office will publish specifications for blank-firing imitation
High Wycombe, Bucks. HP14 3NP firearms which will make it a requirement for the blank firer to have
certain inclusions/restrictions within the fabric of the imitation in order
to prevent them from being readily converted into live firing firearms.
These specifications will be able to be verified through a testing
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Certain bodies will be permitted to purchase realistic imitation firearms
from sellers for specific activities, which will include:
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GEAR
DIRECT ACTION!
Bill Thomas looks at two of the latest, upgraded pack
models from Direct Action and likes what he sees…
› At the IWA Show in Germany earlier Enter the Dragon
this year, I spent some time with At 25L, the Dragon Egg MKII pack is
the Polish guys from Direct Action, absolutely perfect as a neat, day patrol
checking out the updates to their pack. Made of durable and water resistant
pack line, and I have to say that 500D Cordura material, and now available
things are moving on apace! I’ve in a rather nice two-tone ‘look’, the Dragon
been using their original Dust and Dragon Egg pack is a tactical, low-profile hydration
Egg packs over the past couple of years, backpack, perfect for tactical use. The
but new approaches mean that the new pack comes with two hydration bladder
variations offer even more for the user. compartments, a dedicated laptop storage
The Direct Action line is a series of compartment, an admin section with multiple
professional products dreamt up and brought inner sleeves and pockets, comfortably
to fruition by former Polish ‘SF’ guys, and padded shoulder straps with added chest
their input really shows. The range includes fastening for extra comfort, and a removable
kit made to the highest specification and hip belt with quick release buckle. A very
features bags and rucs, MOLLE system attractive laser-cut MOLLE/PALS compatible
pouches and accessories, head gear, tactical system and number of a lateral compression
clothing and footwear. Designed with law straps allow for high level of customisation
enforcement and security personnel in and flexibility, while the multiple storage
mind, the Direct Action range, now steadily compartments offer a huge amount of
becoming more and more available, will carrying space; there’s even an awesome
answer the needs of all professional users. little paracord drag handle. Thanks to the (Top)The Dragon Egg MKII pack is made from
water resistant 500D Cordura material
As a tester for the original models, it was egg shape, the pack is lower in height and
(Bottom) The Dust MKII pack is the perfect
a real treat for me to receive the very latest narrower in width than other packs with tactical low-profile EDC hydration backpack
DUST and DRAGON EGG models to try, a similar capacity and this makes it more
courtesy of UK retailer Military1st who stock comfortable with belt kits or ballistic vests. bladders, EDC kit and laptops and is perfect
the entire pack line in multiple colourways, as a one-day patrol pack or light travel bag.
both block and in camouflage patterns. Dust to dust
Again, made of durable and water resistant Conclusion
500D Cordura fabric, the Dust MKII pack is The original Direct Action packs have proved
the perfect tactical low-profile EDC hydration massively functional and exceptionally
backpack. With a capacity of 20L, the pack durable, and the finish and quality of
comes with hydration bladder compartments, construction of both the upgraded packs
padded laptop storage compartment and is absolutely first rate; I’ve already loaded
large front admin organiser, with multiple them and given them a good drag around
inner pockets and a transparent map pocket. and they show every sign of lapping up
Padded shoulder straps and a removable hip abuse and coming back for more!
belt allow for comfortable wear, even with If you’re in the market for a new ruc
belt kits or ballistic vests, while a laser-cut for 2018, then I’d suggest you take a
MOLLE/PALS section offers an additional very long, hard look at the latest Direct
platform for mounting of MOLLE accessories Action models; you’ll find the entire
like water bottle pouches and first aid kits. range at www.military1st.co.uk.
Multiple side compression straps offer a
high level of customisation and flexibility TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
and allow the backpack to be adapted to Brand: Direct Action
the size of the carried kit, preventing it from Dragon Egg MKII: £119
Dust MK II: £109
shifting inside the bag. This uniquely flexible
Contact: www.military1st.co.uk
Comfortably padded hydration pack represents a perfect storage
shoulder straps are fitted solution for mission essentials, hydration
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historic military, museum events that occurred this bids on the best from the
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under German Occupation. Items here
The shop area,
include arm bands, radio transmitters
showing some of
and documentation used to distribute the items for sale
information. Large photographs line the
walls with captions to identify the soldiers
who took part in the town’s liberation
and mention something about them.
Although there are a few American
items, this museum is about the British
and the German units that fought here.
One of the dioramas shows German
defenders with a Panzerfaust anti-tank
weapon taking cover in a ruined building.
The manikins are life-sized and look like
tailor’s dummies, but they serve the
purpose, which is to display the uniforms
and equipment. Concentrate on the
weapons, equipment and other items and
it is a very good exhibition. Suggested
length of duration for a visit is at least one
hour, but to really see everything will take
two-hours.
The model diorama of the fighting really is worth the detour to visit, because which is interesting. The museum also
around the town is an excellent centre- it expands on the whole Normandy hosts a Liberation Special Event, which
piece and the voice commentary explains campaign. includes re-enactors encampments, vehicles,
events. Small spotlights inside the display demonstrations and even a collectors’
illuminate the points which are being Well-stocked market. Details are listed on the website.
explained and this helps orientate visitors Like many French museums, the souvenir It is a remarkable museum to visit and
and put things into perspective. I shop is well-stocked, not only with the adds significantly to the understanding of
thoroughly enjoyed my visit back in July usual books, models and DVDs relating to Operation Bluecoat and the important part it
this year and I will go back again, because I the history, there is also a small selection played in forming the Falaise Pocket, where
would like to read a bit more about the of reproduction items, including webbing the German army in Western France was
soldiers and study the maps in more and even German anti-tank Panzerfaust destroyed. The website has all the details of
detail. It is not that far from the bigger weapons. It also stocks some collectables, opening times and this can be found at:
towns such as Vire and Caumont and it such as shell cases including ‘trench art’, www.laperceedubocage.fr.
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All modelling societies, war gaming clubs, re-enactment groups and museums are invited to send news and details of their special events to John Norris, 1 Porters Hatch Close,
Meare, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 9SB. They can also be emailed directly to john.norris3@btinternet.com where they will be included in this monthly list.
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1866-71 Peabody’s 1862 Pat Sharps & Hankins .45 RF Cavalry Carbine ..................£1795.00 Large Bayonet Section. – Over 400 Original Bayonets Available
1861 Springfield US Army Model Rifle Conv. to Needham .58 cal Centre Fire ..........£1295.00 Luftwaffe 2nd Pattern dagger by Stocker, SMF, Deep Orange Handle VGC ................£545.00
1868 Enfield Snider MK II .577 Artillery Carbine & Nipple Protector ...........................£1100.00 Puma Model 6376 Bowie with Gold Inlay Steel Blade, Stag Scales, Boxed, Mint.......£675.00
Gras Model 1880 (M74/80) 11mm French Rifle Conv.Chassepot Needle Fire.............£975.00 Mint No5 Jungle Carbine Bayonet, Scabbard & Frog by Poole Arsenal .......................£325.00
1897 Swinburn Patent Martini.500 x 450 Sporting Rifle by Webley & Scott...............£1200.00 Sawback WW1 Model 1898/05 G98 Mauser bayonet, Scabbard & Frog.....................£595.00
1871-79 Hopkins & Allen .32RF ‘Blue Jacket’ Revolver. Factory Nickel .......................£475.00 Boer War 3rd Dragoon Guards 1899 Wilkinsons Heavy Cavalry Trooper’s sword........£675.00
1889 dated 1882/1865/1890 Pattern Cavalry Trooper’s Sword & Scabbard ................£575.00
1866 Tower Enfield .577 NCO’s 2 band Percussion Rifle. Excellent Cond ..................£975.00
1899, 1882/85/90 Cavalry Officer’s sword, nickel plated ceremonial YC DLO .............£595.00
1850 .28 Cup Primed Connecticut Arms Co Single Action Revolver ............................£465.00
13th Hussars Wilkinson 1882/85/90 Cavalry Trooper’s Sword marked ‘13H’...............£645.00
1861-71 Forehand & Wadsworth ‘SWAMP ANGE’ .38 RF SA revolver .......................£395.00
Imperial German Navy Officer’s Dress Dagger, WKC, excellent original cond............£1695.00
Harcourt & Co Suffolk, Transitional Bar Hammer .400 Cal revolver...............................£695.00 Imperial German Clamshell Ivory Handled Deer Hunting Dagger & Scabbard .............£595.00
1857 Tower 1853 Patt 3 band ,577 Rifle with bayonet and Sling. VGC ......................£1250.00 WW2 British 2nd Pattern B2 FS Commando Dagger & scabbard, Excellent cond......£695.00
Nagant Model 1893 Brazillian Revolver .440 (11.2 x 20R) Obsolete. Rare..................£1200.00 Early 1800 English Form Bowie, Bowker, saw back, made without crossguard ..........£695.00
1860-63 Remington- Beales .36 cal Navy Revolver, percussion Civil War Use..........£1950.00 1845 1st Lincoln Rifle Volunteer’s Sword & Scabbard by Hobson & Sons. VGC .........£475.00
Remington 1858 .44 calibre New Model Army Percussion Revolver, 4 notches ........£1750.00 Original Middle East’Death’s Head’ Fighting knife & scabbard. Excellent...................£1745.00
Maynard Model 1863 2nd Type .50 calibre cavalry Carbine, saddle bar & ring..........£1795.00 1943 Sin Gunto Japanese Sword & Scabbard; Bizen Ju Hara Naga Mitsu Saku ......£1395.00
Peninsular War 1807-1804 Original Full Size 1½ pdr cannon, Field Carriage.............£9750.00 1943 Katana Double Signed tang, Take Hisa, hand forged blade, polish & Knot.......£1250.00
Massive 1823-1851 Burnett, Southampton. 9 B M.L. Wildfowling Bank Gun ............£2200.00 1800-1860 Mino School Shin Shinto Tanto, ornate mounts & lacquer scabbard.......£1675.00
Parsons & Sons Bham. Flintlock Blunderbuss, brass cannon brll, spring bayo .........£2400.00 Ancient Blade 1350-1450 Koto Imperial Sword with all papers, mons, hangers........£4500.00
Blunderbuss 1790-1801 Martin Brander 2 bore Brass Barrel Flintlock .......................£1975.00 1890-1900 Dragon Japanese Tanto ornate carved & lacquered hilt & scabbard ........£575.00
Flintlock Blunderbuss 1799-1833 T. Richards London, 3 bore spring bayo ...............£1950.00 Quality Japanese Showa-To Sword by Saka Muki Kane Shinge Saku .......................£1295.00
Spandau 1871/84 11mm Mauser Tube Magazine Bolt Action Rifle. Dated 1888.........£975.00 WW2 2nd Pattern Officer’s Nickel WD marked FS Dagger & original Scabbard ..........£675.00
C1840 Moody London, 24 b brass cannon barrel perc pistol, silver inlaid stock.........£645.00 Victorian Horseman’s Knife by O’Neill & Thompson Dublin. 8 blades & Tools..............£495.00
Staffordshire Constabulary Police Hanger & Scabbard, Nice Etched blade .................£575.00
C 1840 McDermott Dublin 40 bore Pistol, silver stock mounts, Damascus barrel.......£895.00
German WW2 Eickhorn Freiheer Von Stein Army Officer’s Dress Sword......................£475.00
C1870 J. Harper, London, Pepperbox 6 shot .36cal ring trigger. VGC..........................£895.00
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C 1830 Mortimer London Pair Exceptional Perc Saw Handle Officer’s Pistols...........£6250.00
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C1850 John Neill Belfast Pair Cased Travelling Percussion Pistols & Acc’s ...............£2450.00
1930 Webley Service MK II 2nd Type .177 Air Rifle, safety catch & Aperture Sight..............£975.00
C1790 Twigg London O/U Tap Action Flintlock 40b Pistol, screw off barrels...............£975.00 Boxed Mint Pre-War Webley Senior .22 cal air pistol with smooth top brown grips ............£395.00
1866 Marlin 40-60 Lever Action Rifle with tube magazine & octagonal barrel............£1975.00 King Tiger KwK43 APHE Tank Round, complete, original, stenciled case. Excellent..............£1200
Charles Lancaster 1850 Oval Bore .442 Heavy Barrel Match Target Rifle ..................£2750.00 1944 KwK 40 Panzer IV APHE & H.E. steell cased rounds in excellent condition......£495.00 each.
C1890 Charles Lancaster .295 cal Rook Rifle; patent 1850 oval bore. Excellent.......£1375.00 WW2 American Pineapple Fragmentation Grenade original paint & lever. Scarce ...............£295.00
1824 Cased Mint pair Officer’s Percussion Pistols, Isaac Riviere, accessories ..........£4950.00 1943 American 60mm H.E M2 Mortar, original paint & fuse. Extremely scarce...................£275.00
C1840 Golden & Hanson Huddersfield Transitional .600 B/L Needle Fire Rifle ..........£2800.00 1943/44 dated 75mm Sherman M18 Tank Round APCHE base fused, complete...............£575.00
Pair C1800 Irish Flintlock Pocket Pistols by J Bloomer, screw off barrels ..................£1295.00 Webley MK I Air Rifle, first pattern C 1924 in original condition. GWO..................................£975.00.
1858 / 67 1st Type Bengal Light Cavalry Enfield Tower Carbine, excellent...................£975.00 Webley Service MK II .177 matching numbers barrel & action, fitted sling swivels ..............£695.00
1860 28b Percussion Hunting Rifle, Venables Oxford, Octagonal Barrel....................£1250.00 1933 BSA Model No4 Club Special .177 underlever, prefix ‘CS’. VGC..................................£395.00
C1810 Napolionic .700 Belgian Sea Service Flintlock Royal Naval Pistol.....................£845.00 Early WW1 Laminated Mahogany twin Blade Propeller 8 feet long. VGC .............................£695.00
Model 1849 Colt .31 Percussion Pocket Revolver, matching, dates to 1854 .............£1375.00 Mint Un-issued WW2 1940 MK1 RAF Pilot’s Training Helmet with Gosport Tubes..............£495.00
Match Grade 1860 Hollis & Sons .500 ML Percussion Target Rifle & Ramrod ...........£1750.00 1942 dated A.M. Irvin Sheepskin Leather Air Crew Over Trousers VGC................................£375.00
C1830 Greener Trade Holster Pistol, central mounted nipple, military hammer ...........£595.00 1911 dated Luger Holster Leather hard shell rare pre WW1 example in VGC ......................£295.00
WW1 MKII 1918 British Brodie Helmet, Liner & Chinstrap. All original & complete..............£395.00
Rare Poacher’s 16 bore Pinfire 4- part Take-Down Shotgun, single barrel VGC ..........£975.00
Irish Free State 1927 Patt Vickers’s Helmet, liner, chin strap & badge. 9612 of 10,021 .......£875.00
1855 Colt ‘Roots’ Side Hammer .28 cal Percussion Revolver all matching................£1650.00
Coldstream Guards Bearskin & Plume by Hobsons London. Brass chin scales.........VGC £745.00
1836-1856 Blissett London 16b perc conv from Flintlock Travelling Pistol...................£745.00 Napoleonic French Dragoon Officer’s Helmet Waterloo Period. Magnificent ......................£3350.00
C1830 Officer’s .650 percussion Carbine, Greener ‘Maker to Prince Albert.’ .............£1275.00 Victorian Yorkshire Dragoon’s Officer’s white metal plumed helmet, mint condition...........£1895.00
Gallagher’s Patent 1860 .525” Cavalry Carbine by Richardson Philadelphia..............£1875.00 1944 D Day Pattern British Para Helmet dated & BMB liner, all original.................................£950.00
Greene .50 bore 1864 Warner. Brass Framed Cavalry Carbine, saddle bar ...............£1950.00 1942 1st Pattern Fibre Rim British Para Helmet with correct Leather Liner. Rare...............£2450.00
Joslyn Model 1864 .54” cal US Civil War Cavalry Carbine, saddle bar & ring............£2450.00 1917 Brass MK IX Trench Periscope by Beck Ltd, removable handle, in GWO ...................£345.00
Manhatten US Civil War .36 cal Naval Revolver, all matching, 6 ½” barrel .................£1275.00 Original 1970’s Eley / Kynoch Gun shop & Dealer’s cartridge Display Board........................£950.00
1846-60 Cased 18 bore double ML Shotgun by Sampson of Liverpool. VGC...........£1275.00 Occupied Luxemburg German NSDAP Banner – from District Council Assembly...............£495.00
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MILITARIA AN AUGUST
Auctions AUCTION
Gleneagles Hotel played host to Gavin Gardiner’s most recent auction of arms…
Gavin Gardiner’s late August auction at
Gleneagles Hotel saw a fine pair of A pair of 12-bore sidelock ejector guns
by F. Beesley sold for £9375
12-bore self-opening sidelock ejector
guns by J. Purdey & Sons that were built
in 1937 for William S. Paley sell for more
than £40,000. William S. Paley was the
chief executive who built Columbia
Broadcasting System (CBS) from a small
radio network to one of the foremost radio
and television network operations in the
United States.
The second highest price was paid for a
fine pair of 12-bore "creative art" engraved
single trigger round action over and under
ejector guns by Scottish gunmaker David
McKay Brown for over £36,000. The maker
confirms that the guns were built in 2003.
Other notable items in the sale included:
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gun. The maker confirms that single trigger and ejector BUYER: UK
the gun was built in 1894 for J. conversions at this time. Boss & Co: a 12-bore assisted-
Cowper Esq. A copy of the opening single trigger sidelock
original invoice is included in LOT: 076 ejector gun. The maker confirms
the case. PRICE: £7500 that the gun was built in 1898
ESTIMATE: £7000-9000 as the No.3 gun of a trio and
LOT: 129 BUYER: UK that the replacement barrels
PRICE: £7500 William Powell & Son: a pair of were fitted by the maker in
ESTIMATE: £6000-8000 12-bore sidelock ejector guns. 1976.
BUYER: European The maker confirms that the
J. Dickson & Son: a 12-bore guns were built in 1906 for the LOT: 070
round action ejector. The Marquess of Normanby. PRICE: £6250
maker confirms that the gun ESTIMATE: £3000-5000
was built in 1926. A fine 10-bore LOT: 087 BUYER: USA
hammer rifle by PRICE: £6250 Henry Atkin: a pair of 12-bore
LOT: 089 W. W. Greener ESTIMATE: £5000-7000 side lever sidelock ejector guns.
sold for £20,000
PRICE: £7500
ESTIMATE: £5000-7000 Auctioneer and Expert in Charge, Gavin Gardiner said: “This
BUYER: UK fitted with their single trigger. It prestigious annual sale, now in its 51st year, was well viewed
J. Purdey & Sons: a 12-bore is well documented that and attended with strong bidding on many of the lots
single trigger self-opening Payne-Gallwey had a presented. Rare and unusual items sold well with private buyers
sidelock ejector gun. The disagreement with Purdey dominating the sale. I look forward to my next sale at Sotheby’s
maker confirms that the gun over a game counter he in London on December 12th.”
was built as the No.1 of a pair invented, so it is likely that Gavin Gardiner will be holding a series of valuation days
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1887. The gun was the gun he chose to approach London on December 13th.
subsequently converted to Boss instead. Likewise, Boss www.gavingardiner.com
ejector by Boss & Co. and also were well known for their
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On
MILITARIA
bike special
JOHN NORRIS looks at the use of the humble bicycle
Yer Bike! Original photograph
showing Japanese troops
in China. Note bicycles
by military units around the world… in right hand corner
Armies across the world have used soared in view of such successes. When
many modes of transportation during Japan invaded China in 1937, it is estimated
their campaigns over the years. that the troops used as many as 50,000
These include horses and camels, along bicycles during the campaign. In 1941, the
with motorised transportation, such as Japanese army issued 6000 bicycles to each
trucks. However, there is one method infantry division.
of transportation which is far more Today, we are used to seeing bicycles at
economical than any other form, does re-enactment events but how often do any
not require fuel or fodder, and can remain of us give any more than a passing thought
in operation with only the modicum of to these machines? I must confess, I too was
maintenance. It is often used as a means one of those, until I attended the 1940s
of transport by re-enactors, especially event at the South Somerset Railway’s
at events, where it comes in handy as wartime weekend recently. Seeing a display
a convenient means of getting around of wartime bicycles set me thinking how
the site, especially the larger grounds. I many times I had seen bicycles used at
am, of course, referring to the bicycle. re-enactment events, and the answer was
quite a lot.
First usage In fact, the more I thought about it, the
The first practical bicycle was developed more I realised I have seen many displays,
in the early 19th Century and very quickly which involved the use of bicycles. These
its value to the military was recognised. included messengers, ARP Wardens, Home
In fact, within only a very short time
bicycles were in service with several
armies, where they were used as cheap,
effective means of transportation for the
infantry. During the Franco-Prussian War
of 1870-1871, messengers used them
to convey orders between units. During ATS girl in an anti-aircraft The German army
the Second Boer War of 1899-1902, the unit riding to her station used millions of bicycles
British army and the Boers proved how
invaluable bicycles were in war, with both
sides using them as personal transport Craig Appleton
and to carry supplies and equipment. with his
original
Once the influential armies of the world,
Swedish army
such as the British, French and Prussian kit, including
armies, began using bicycles, other armies bicycle
were quick to follow, because they could
see the sense in their use. On bicycles,
soldiers could cover many miles without
becoming over tired and transport heavy
loads. The importance of the bicycle
continued to increase and during WWI the
German troops ride into
British army formed whole battalions in the battle using pedal power
Cyclist Corps. Sales of bicycles to the military
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Cheap to run!
During the war, the German army used
perhaps as many as three million bicycles,
not including those civilian bicycles
commandeered in the occupied countries,
such as France and Belgium. When the
Germans established the volunteer home
defence units called the Volkssturm, in the
later stages of the war, some of the troops
were issued bicycles. Such troops were
called Radfahrbeweglichemarschgruppe
(Mobile Bicycle March Group). heavy loads ammunition on these machines, require anyone to get out of character and
Even frontline troops were issued with which were pushed by hand. Almost thirty allows them to remain in keeping with the
bicycles. For example, in March 1944, two years later, and in another war, the Vietcong event. The bicycle may appear humble, but
of the six battalions of infantry forming part were doing the same during the Vietnam it is an essential and highly versatile piece of
of the 17th SS Panzergrenadier Division War. equipment, which can fit into almost any
were using bicycles, because the machines, As well as being part of a display, situation a re-enactor cares to choose. As an
not requiring fuel or food to operate, were bicycles can be used by members of the afterthought, I have also seen bicycles used
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even more economical than either vehicles group to run errands on site to get supplies as ‘stand-alone’ exhibits to display
or horses. The Germans used to pile of drinks or something to eat. Not only is it a collections of militaria. No one could ever
weapons, such as anti-tank Panzerfausts and handy means of getting about, it does not say bicycles are not versatile! GM
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Nimschke style engraved Colt 1849 Pocket revolver s/n 88942. American eagle and flag..................£4,500
Deluxe Gustave Young engraved Colt 1849 Pocket revolver s/n 96941/.Near mint con ..........................POR
SMITH & WESSON
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S&W Model 1½ Second Issue revolver s/n 87489. Nickel finish with rare short barrel........................£1,400
Early Civil War period S&W No2 Army .32 rimfire revolver s/n 4756 in fine condition..........................£1,500
Cased Colt 1851 London Navy percussion revolver s/n 15081 manufactured circa 1854 ..................£4,500 Civil War period S&W No2 Army .32 rimfire revolver s/n 13538 in very good condition ......................£1,500
Cased Colt 1851 London Navy percussion revolver s/n 39915 manufactured circa 1855 ..................£5,000 Civil War period S&W No2 Army .32 rimfire revolver s/n 28250 in excellent condition ........................£2,400
Engraved Colt 1851 Navy percussion revolver s/n 59487 cut for first model shoulder-stock ..................POR Special order, inscribed S&W New Model No3 S/A revolver s/n 29764. Much blue ............................£2,500
Rare cased Colt Model 1 Root 1855 percussion revolver s/n 68 manufactured circa 1855 ..............£14,500 Engraved S & W Model 1881 D/A revolver s/n 12501 with 4 inch bbl & pearl grips............................£8,750
Rare cased Colt Model 1 Root 1855 percussion revolver s/n 69 manufactured circa 1855 ..............£10,000 Rare cased S & W Model 1881 D/A revolver s/n 36941 with 6 & 4 inch bbl in 44 Russian ................13,500
Rare cased Colt Model 1A Root 1855 percussion revolver s/n 214 manufactured circa 1855 ............£5,500 REMINGTON
Rare French cased engraved Colt Model 2 Root 1855 revolver s/n 5452 manu. circa 1856 ..............£5,000. Remington Over & Under derringer s/n 465. Plated with hard rubber grips. Very nice ........................£1,400
Colt Model 2 Root 1855 percussion revolver s/n 11425 with rare original holster ..............................£2,400 Remington Over & Under UMC derringer s/n L208. Plated with hard rubber grips. Very nice ..............£1,250
Cased Colt Model 2 Root 1855 percussion revolver s/n 23245 manufactured circa 1860 ..................£3,950 Remington Over & Under derringer s/n 3001. Plated with hard rubber grips. Very nice ......................£1,450
Rare cased engraved Colt Model 2A Root 1855 revolver s/n 25233 manu. circa 1860 ......................£5,500
Rare cased Colt Model 3 Root 1855 percussion revolver s/n 26658 manu. circa 1860. 28cal ............£4,675 WINCHESTER
Rare cased Colt Model 4 Root 1855 percussion revolver s/n 1897 manu. circa 1861. 31 cal ............£4,650 Henry Repeating rifle s/n 7xxx in obsolete 44 rim-fire calibre. Fine to excellent condition ......................POR
Rare cased Colt Model 5 Root 1855 percussion revolver s/n 3236 manu. circa 1861. 31 cal ............£4,300 Special order, deluxe Winchester Model 1873 rifle s/n 119281in 32/20 calibre. Section one............£10,000
Rare cased Colt Model 5A Root 1855 revolver s/n 2471 manu. circa 1861 in .31 calibre ..................£8,950 Deluxe Winchester Model 1876 Rifle s/n 13555 in obsolete 45/75. GWA in fair condition ..................£3,250
Rare cased Colt Model 6 Root 1855 revolver s/n 9398 manu. circa 1865 in .31 calibre ....................£5,250 Winchester Model 1885 High Wall s/n 79xxx in obsolete 32/40. Swiss butt. Excellent con ................£4,250
Rare cased Colt Model 6A Root 1855 revolver s/n 9059 manu. circa 1865 in .31 calibre ..................£5,400 Winchester Model 1886 Rifle s/n 21xxx in obsolete 40/65. Excellent plus condition ........................£12,500
Rare cased Colt Model 7 Root 1855 revolver s/n 11714 manu. circa 1867 in .31 calibre ..................£5,775 Winchester Model 1886 Rifle s/n 57645 in obsolete 40/82. VG condition with much finish ................£5,500
Rare cased Colt Model 7A Root 1855 revolver s/n 12549 manu. circa 1868 in .31 calibre ................£6,900 OTHER AMERICAN MANUFACTURERS
Colt Model 1860 percussion revolver s/n 105293 in very good condition. Civilian model....................£3,850 Exquisite French cased pair of engraved Sharps four barrelled deringers s/n 2208 & 2817..............£10,000
Excellent cased Colt Model 1862 Police revolver s/n 35980 with rare 4½ inch barrel ........................£6,000 Exquisite, cased, engraved, Sharps Tipping & Lawden .30 RF four barrel derringer. Mint ........................POR
Excellent cased Colt Model 1862 Police revolver s/n 42909 with rare 5½ inch barrel ........................£9,500 Rare Sharps Model 1874 Sporting rifle s/n 154776 in obsolete 40 cal. Excellent condition ................£9,000
Colt No1 deringer s/n 4214. Very fine and rare pistol in lovely condition. Much finish ........................£2,000 Near mint, Martially inspected Rogers & Spencer .44 Army percussion revolver ................................£5,000
Low numbered & British proofed Colt No2 deringer s/n 65 in good condition ....................................£1,100 ENGLISH & EUROPEAN FIREARMS
Colt No 3 Thuer derringer s/n 47996 with inventory number 47966.Nickel with wood grips ..............£1,000 Cased 54 bore Beaumont Adams “Blanch & Son” revolver s/n 16084 R ............................................£3,250
Colt New Line in obsolete .41 R/F revolver s/n 2914. Blue/Wood with 2 ¼ inch barrel........................£1,500 Percussion pistol by “AMBROSE FISHER FURBISHER TO HIS MAJESTY”..............................................£1,250
Colt 1873 Single Action revolver s/n 139606 (1891). 4 ¾ inch in obsolete .41 Colt calibre ................£2,750 Brass barrelled blunderbuss by Hadleigh of London ............................................................................£1,250
Colt 1873 Bisley Single Action revolver s/n 266798. 4 ¾ inch in obsolete .41 Colt calibre..................£5,000 REFERENCE BOOKS
Colt Mod. 1877 D/A “Thunderer” s/n 131431 in obsolete 41 Colt. 6 inch barrel. Near mint ................£5,500 “Colt Peacemaker British Model” by Keith Cochran. 1989. ......................................................................£20
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mentioned Rogers & Spencer more annoyance are the marks it at that. The wide, flat trigger
reproduction, which turned out on the top side of the loading The Front sight – is also better than the Colt’s.
to be very enjoyable. All the lever, although they are not shorter than usual
major Italian manufacturers seen when this is locked in Stronger than Colt?
offer this Remington revolver place. I would presume this There have probably been
in various guises and Euroarms is a one-off on this specific model but proved to be just volumes written on the
list it in blue and stainless as pistol that somehow slipped about right in practice. The rear perceived strength of the
standard models, along with through the QC net. is a U-shaped channel along Remington design over the Colt
this ‘special edition’. Although The edges on the metal the top strap, culminating in a and doubtless the one-piece
I will admit to liking a bit of are well-defined, particularly V-notch at the rear end. The frame and grip layout, with a
‘bling’, I have never owned a the barrel flats, and the gun is hammer on this pistol is a tad removeable cylinder, would
stainless-steel gun, but I think nicely polished. The fit of the shorter and sits a little lower than seem to offer an advantage
that the Remington suits this brass trigger guard could be a the Colt 1860, but to me feels over the latter’s four-piece
finish better than its main rival bit better but does not affect more comfortable in use. The barrel/frame/grip straps
in this class, the Colt 1860 the gun’s performance. The tip has simple cross serrations arrangement. I find the grip on
Army. The main reason cited catch-and-latch arrangement and we see here some minor the NMA fairly comfortable but
for buying stainless is obviously for holding the loading lever in imperfections, but it gives a those with larger hands could
its stated resistance to rusting place shows precise fitting and good hold and is not enough to experience their second finger
under adverse conditions, but a good spring ensures that this cause any worry. One benefit the being nipped between the rear
in the case of black powder I will not move during firing. Remington has over the Colt, is of the trigger guard and front
would caution you not to be too The front sight, dovetailed a screw in the front of the trigger strap. This may be particularly
complacent when cleaning. Any into the barrel, looks rather like guard that allows you to alter the noticeable under recoil if
fouling residue left in the nooks the upturned end of a hollow tension on the mainspring and you are using a stout load.
and crannies will, given time, ground screwdriver with the consequently the weight of the I have always found it easier
attack your precious possession. blade rounded off. In this case, trigger pull. Out of the box, this to remove the cylinder from
The small gold crest and it is a little shorter than I have one was around 4½lbs, so I left the left side of a Remington
title on the left side of the barrel seen on other versions of this frame and insert it via the right
lug is not the only thing that side, and it is no different on
makes this pistol a bit different this example, but I do not think
from the standard version. The I have ever had an example
grip panels are particularly nice where it is so easy to replace the
on this example and look to be cylinder. I’m not sure whether
special wood. While the wood to this is due to the hand not
metal fit is very good, there are protruding as far into the frame
a couple of minor overlaps in Polishing error on recess as others I have come
the backstrap area but nothing loading lever across, the front edge of the
to cause concern. Of rather frame being slightly bevelled on
s
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Model: Euroarms Remington NMA special edition
Type: 6-shot percussion revolver
Calibre: .44-inches
Barrel: 8-inches
Length: 13½-inches
Weight: 1.3kg
Price: £375.00
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GEORGE II FLINTLOCK a very attractive, 7¾ inch swamped , brass barrel, flintlock,circa 1760, lock marked “Dunsford”, barrel Email: sales@chrisjohnsons.co.uk
marked “Exeter” fully stocked, with ramrod, attractive wood, some crosshatching to grip, brass furniture. Said, to have been ANTIQUE AND VINTAGE MILITARIA & ASSOCIATED ITEMS
carried on Exeter coach for many years . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£1,145
REVOLVER a RIMFIRE, double action revolver following Adams patent, solid frame, Birmingham proof marks, 6 shot plain Driffield, East YORKSHIRE.
cylinder, calibre 38R, 4 6/8ths octag. barrel, excellent mechanics, strong bright bore, ejector assembly to right frame, Tel: 01262 468 619 Mob: 07738 995100
crosshatched walnut grips, pistol retains 50% blue, dated circa 1863, no maker/retailer or serial number, but well made, ANTIQUE ARMS, ARMOUR, SWORDS.
experimental? a very early English cartridge pistol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£845
FLINTLOCK bore about .68 calibre, flintlock, barrel reduced to carbine size, 23¾ inch in period, half stocked, good quality 1) - Patilla Miquelet double barrel snaplock pistol 8) - Vertelli rifle
unmarked lock, circa 1785, good mechanics, smooth metal with silvery patina, attractive light colour patina to wood . .£395 2) - Early C19th Customised Belgian sea service 9) - Enfield Snider 1869 pattern carbine
WEBLEY/BENTLY quite sharp W/B pattern double action percussion revolver, 80 bore, cased with accessories, VG. mechanics, flintlock pistol 10) - Bentley open frame double action revolver
5 inch barrel, orig. crosshatched walnut grips, rammer assembly to left frame, pistol retains 50% thinning blue, correct period 3) - EIC 16 bore short cavalry pistol, Baker Pattern lock 11) - Italiante etched parade shield circa c.17th
case withflask, mould, cap tin, turnscrew. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£1090 & lanyard ring 12) - Central European Streithammer
BRITISH ARMY 1845 pattern Sword, brass gothic folding hilt, circa 1850 321⁄2 inch deep fullerd blade basket, marked VR, very 4) - Percussion overcoat pistol by Mortimer. 13) - Showato Japanese sword
good shargreen grip, original leather scabbard, with small repair, brass fittings, most attractive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£270 5) - South German RVF Flintlock pistol 14) - German c.16-17th Justice sword
YATAGHAN BAYONET sword bayonet, 1866 mod, brass hilt, recurved fullered blade with brass hilt in a particularly nice 6) - 20 bore flintlock holster pistol by Brander 15) - Indian sword- Firangi
condition, good slotted bright steel scabbard, Belgian example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£85
GHURKA KHURI a massive old khuri with 18 1/2 inch blade, wooden embossed sheath complete with associated small knifes,
7) - Percussion holster pistol by Reeves and Greaves 16) - Swept hilt rapier (poss Victorian revival)
the blade is embossed with bird and fish outlines, very good condition, razor sharp edge, hard wood grip with insets and brass We also sell replica weapons subject to current VCRA legislation. We have WW2 militaria and field items and sundry
furniture I think early 1900s, sheath requires a minor repair but is complete, and very attractive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£75 accessories, too numerous to list individually. A quantity of replica Amercan Civil War insignia and accoutrements available
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BRITISH ARMY 1897 sword patt. marked for Enfield ,George V, dated 1930, nice condition with leather scabbard, I think not in job lots. Please contact me if interested. Please email if there is something you are looking for - it is possible we may
correct but good fit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£120 have it in our storage, or in our private collections that we may be induced to part with, or email if you are looking for
email: rwjparnaby@hotmail.co.uk something you cannot see listed on the website. We do not have everything we have available listed, so worth a try!
Phone: 01655 884309 Mobile: 07708 640340 The mobile signal is weak as we are rural, so please either email or use the landline if there are difficulties with the mobile.
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