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Shooting gear: expert reviews of clothing, accessories and equipment
The right gear doesn’t just make you more comfortable – it makes you a better shot. Sporting Gun’s gear hub brings you honest, independent reviews of the equipment that serious game and clay shooters actually rely on.
Our team of experienced shots tests everything from shooting clothing and footwear to ear and eye protection, gun slips, cartridge bags and cleaning kits through to dog boxes, vehicle accessories and 4×4 reviews for the shooting field. Whether you’re building a kit from scratch ahead of your first season or considering an upgrade on a trusted favourite, our reviews assess performance, durability, value and real-world usability.
We cover products across every price point, from budget-friendly essentials to premium investments worth saving for, with practical buying advice to help you spend wisely. Brands covered include Beretta, Browning, Harkila, Seeland, Jack Pyke and Ridgeline.
Gear tested. Verdicts delivered. Decisions made easier.
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CartridgesCalling for Copper this Season?
If you are in the market for copper coated shot this game season, look no further than Eley Hawk, which has options for all scenarios.
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GearWatch: Browning Maxus II review
Drennan reviews the Browning Maxus II semi-automatic shotgun in this video, feeding it a range of cartridges from 21g up to high performance steel!
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GearGun test: Beretta 686 Silver Pigeon 1 Sporting
There’s a lot to like about this smart new Beretta, writes Mike Yardley in his review of the 686 Silver Pigeon 1 Sporter.
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GearA guide to buying secondhand guns
Whether you want to buy a secondhand over-and-under, side-by-side or semi-auto, Mike Yardley provides advice and explains the bargains to be had!
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CartridgesEco-friendly lead alternatives from Eley
Innovative cartridge manufacturer Eley Hawk has a range of lead alternatives and eco-friendly wads to help you enjoy your sport with a clear conscience.
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Gun test: Yildiz SPZ Steel Sporter Black
Mike Yardley finds very little at fault in his review of the Turkish-made Yildiz SPZ Steel Sporter Black – a great value shotgun at under £1,000.
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6 essential guns for pest control
Drennan Kenderdine advises on the 6 guns every pest controller should have in their cabinet, and tells us which models he favours for pigeon shooting, goose shooting, fox control and more!
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GearGun test: Miroku MK38 Adjustable Sporter Grade 3
This Grade 3 version of the popular Miroku MK-38 Sport certainly impresses, with its refined looks, pleasing dimensions and reliable mechanics, says Mike Yardley.
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Gear4 of the best ATN rangefinders for hunting in 2023
This guide includes options for rifles, bow hunters and those shopping for rangefinders on a budget, along with advice on what to look for when buying a rangefinder for hunting.
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GearGun test: Browning Ultra XS Black Laminate
The black laminate used on the new Browning Ultra XS not only lends it a certain look, but improves its shooting qualities too, as Mike Yardley finds in this review.
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