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Gear buying guides
Welcome to the buying guides for gear, your comprehensive resource for selecting the essential equipment needed for all your shooting adventures.
Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned shooter, understanding what gear to invest in is crucial for enhancing your performance and enjoyment in the field.
Our detailed buying guides cover a wide range of products, including shotguns, cartridges, optics, clothing, and accessories tailored to various shooting disciplines.
With expert reviews and practical tips, you’ll be equipped to make informed decisions that suit your specific needs and elevate your shooting experience.
Buying guides
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Gear5 of the best shooting training aids
Sharpen your shooting skills at home with five innovative training aids that build muscle memory, improve consistency and deliver meaningful data
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Cartridges5 of the best clay cartridges
We nominate our favourite all-round clay loads for outstanding performance in 2026
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Gear5 of the best all-round boots for country sports
Discover five of the best all-round boots for country sports, offering comfort, waterproof protection and reliable grip for shooting and stalking.
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Gear
5 of the best: Training aids
Sharpen your shooting skills at home with five innovative training aids that build muscle memory, improve consistency and deliver meaningful data.
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Gear
Five of the best shooting coats for the peg
When shooting driven game, wearing the right shooting coat is almost as essential as having the right gun. Here’s Sporting Gun’s top selection in 2025.
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The best shooting hearing protection for 2025
Many shooters suffer hearing loss and tinnitus from firing shotguns and rifles without ear protection. PPE should be a red-line issue: no ear defenders, no shooting. Here are five of the best options ...
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