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SPRING
PIGEON
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Roostshooting
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Rape raiders
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Pigeon steak
HOW TO BUY THE PERFECT
ALL-ROUND SHOTGUN
NIGHT, NIGHT CHARLIE:
We test new
infrared kit
SNARING RABBITS
Top tips for
a good catch
WE JOIN A PACK OF CUNNING
LURCHERS
OPENING SHOTS
A CHANGE OF SEASON
his month
we’ve got
a special
treat for anyone
interested in
stalking – a free
stalking guide.
It is mainly
aimed at those of
you have had little or no experience,
and I hope this might tempt you to
have a go. The day I took up stalking
was life-changing, and I don’t think
I’d have ended up here if I hadn’t
been lucky enough to have had a
great mentor. There’s loads of useful
information in it, including a brief
explanation of the six different deer
species in the UK, how to get some
experience, what kit you’ll need, how
to gralloch and much more besides.
Many of you are, of course, seasoned
stalkers, but I’m sure there’ll be a few
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useful nuggets in there, no matter how
much you’ve done. After all, one of the
great things about stalking, and I believe
all of the shooting disciplines, is that there
is always more to learn. If it’s all old-hat
to you, and you’ve been out chasing deer
for years, why not give it to someone
who never has been? Perhaps you can
get a newcomer to the sport started!
Of course the issue is packed with
a huge amount besides the stalking
supplement: we’ve got a brilliant and
practical guide on how to snare rabbits,
what to think about if you’ve organised
a roost shoot and a great review of some
night-vision kit for those of you who
are chasing Charlie this spring. There’s
also a fantastic ten pages of Shooting
Answers, lots of gundog advice and a start
on the corvid control. We’ve also got a
special page of all the latest information
on the Field & Country Fair, which I’m
Photography:
NATURE PICTURE LIBRARY
One of the great things about stalking is
that there is always more to learn
certainly looking forward to this June.
This time last year, I had just taken
over as Editor, and I can’t quite believe it’s
been a whole 12 months. The time and
the issues seem to have flown by, and I’ve
enjoyed every minute of it. I’ve been very
lucky to have worked with the talented,
knowledgeable and brilliant Sporting Gun
contributors and team, who have made
it such an easy task editing this fantastic
magazine, not to mention the inimitable
Robin Scott, Editor-at-large, who is ever-
generous with his advice and experience.
Sadly, though, I’m leaving after we’ve
sent this issue to the printer. The offices
of Sporting Gun are moving to a new
location, and for practical reasons I won’t
be moving with the rest of the team. I’m
sure I’ll be replaced very soon — after
all, who wouldn’t want this job…
In the meantime, the magazine
will be in the very capable hands of
the team here at Time Inc UK.
All that remains is for me to
thank you, the readers, and to wish
you all very happy shooting!
KATE GATACRE
EDITOR
MAY 2016
SPORTING GUN
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CONTENTS
PIGEONS
6
BEFORE THE GAS GUNS
Peter Theobald says oilseed
rape is the cause and cure for
all of life’s problems.
Pg6
shooting, says Jack Depledge.
CONSERVATION
72
WILD PHEASANT NUMBERS
Could we be underestimating
the losses of wild pheasants?
RICHARD BRIGHAM
10
A COMBINED OUTING
Richard combines an angling
session with some well-needed
pest control.
FOXING
74
WHAT TO CARRY
Dr Patrick Hook lists the vital
equipment needed for novices.
CLUB OF THE MONTH
18
THE HITMAN
Monkton Shooting Ground
caters for both Sporting and
game shooters, says our man.
ED COOK
81
FINDING A BALANCE
We all have one thing in
common where badgers are
concerned – animal welfare.
WORKING DOGS
40
THE LURCHER
Nick Ridley joins a group
with a pack of experienced
feretting dogs.
GUNDOG VET
86
BREEDING CORRECTLY
Why veterinary checks are
paramount to improving
British gundog breeds.
SHOW PLAN
62
FIELDSPORT EVENTS
A monthly list of country
shows and fairs in 2016.
Snaring can sometimes be the
only means of pest control.
TOM SYKES
44
DECOYING
After the season’s rush,
Tom enjoys a relaxing time
decoying crows and pigeons.
NORTHERN NOTES
YOUNG GAMEKEEPER
71
THE FUTURE OF SHOOTING
Additional conservation can
benefit both the wildlife and
90
DEER OBSERVATION
What signs do you need to look
for before dspatching your
quarry? Asks Jon Snowdon.
PEST CONTROL
68
RABBIT SNARING
ON REVIEW
ANTIQUES
104
STEAMPUNK COMBO
Although steampunk
is science fiction, the
Victorian inventiveness was
true, says Robert Morgan.
PRODUCTS
Pg78
Pg88
GUN TEST
14
MAROCCHI SI 12
Rupert Blackwall was
impressed by this gun –
especially its price.
AUCTION
105
A FASCINATING
PERIOD
Mike George reviews his top
lots over the last five years.
Pg76
GEAR GUIDE
76
PIGEON SEATS
Foxing expert Patrick Hook
a NiteSite Spooter Xtreme, p
great pigeon seats.
SECOND-HAND GUNS
RIFLE ROUNDS
88
HOW DID I MISS THAT?
George Wallace investigates
the common cause for that
inexplicable miss.
106
IF THE PRICE
IS RIGHT
Mike George selects
his three shotguns
of the month.
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SPORTING GUN
MAY 2016
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MAY 2016
HOW TO
SHOOTING LESSON
20
BUYING YOUR FIRST GUN
Malcolm Plant gives his top
tips to newcomers.
Pg94
AT A GLANCE...
THE HITMAN
Pg18
GAMEKEEPING
64
SOCIAL ROOSTING
How organised roost shoots
can be beneficial for all.
GUNROOM
81
STEAK NIGHT
Tips, easy recipes and Sporting
Gun’s very own Ned and Ted.
DECOYING
Pg44
RECIPE OF THE MONTH
94
HARE PIE
If prepared with care, hare
is a treat to eat.
GUNDOG TRAINING
82
BACK TO BASICS
The off season is the perfect
time to re-focus the dog, plus
the valuable lurcher.
COMPETITIONS
PEST CONTROL
Pg68
122
PUZZLES AND GAMES
Lots of chances to win great prizes
GUNDOG TRAINING
Pg82
AND NOW, TO TOP OUR BILL…
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OPENING SHOTS
24
SHOOTING ANSWERS
56
SNAPSHOTS
52
LETTERS
54
PIGEONWATCH
97
SPORTING ARTIST
103
SHOPFRONT
114
PARTING SHOTS
Cover picture:
ANDY HOOK
MAY 2016
SPORTING GUN
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