Sporting Gun Magazine - May 2020
Sporting Gun Magazine - May 2020
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In this issue
IN THE FIELD
Every detail counts when pigeon shooting 20 What exactly is a sporting bird?
Sustainable culling of deer 32 This month’s quarry species: carrion crow.
Heavy metal blues
The initiative by the shooting groups to phase out lead shot has raised more questions than it has given answers, says Robin Scott
3 mins
Law and out of order
David Frost says numerous police forces in England and Wales are flouting the law when it comes to firearms licensing and a robust response is required
4 mins
A cheap shot
After facing controversy, Nick Ridley considers what is an ‘unsporting’ bird
4 mins
Velvet glove approach
Jon Snowdon addresses sustainable culling and how this affects woodland management
4 mins
Game theory
Wild Justice has turned its attention to the release of gamebirds. Patrick Hook addresses the salient issues with regard to predators
4 mins
Notes from a small island
Ed Cook recounts his latest ‘adventure’ with his friends, furry and otherwise, on Canna
2 mins
The problem: Protein in diets
It seems to me that protein levels in diets obsess people. I admit to being confused as to how much dogs need. So, how much? Vet’s advice Neil McIntosh SG’s gundog health expert
3 mins
Alpine rifle reaches the heights
Tom Cackett says the Haenel Jaeger 9 proves that good things come in small packages
4 mins
Gear test
Adam Cope gives his verdict on the Sologne Skintane Optimum hunting trousers and Grand Nord hunting jacket from Percussion
3 mins
Soldier arms
Charles Smith-Jones admires the rugged capability of the Mossberg 590 Persuader, a model favoured by the US military
3 mins
Sporting Gun Magazine Description:
Publisher: Future
Category: Fishing & Hunting
Language: English
Frequency: Monthly
Sporting Gun is the leading monthly magazine for clay, game and rough shooters. With editorial offices in the Lincolnshire countryside, it can justifiably claim to be at the heart of the shooting community. Monthly features range from gundog training to pigeon shooting, game shooting to wildfowling – along with sound, practical, advice on equipment and techniques to help the beginner, intermediate or experienced shot get more enjoyment from their sport. Sporting Gun is a must for anyone who invests time in and money on their shooting.
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