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Shotguns: expert reviews, buying guides and advice for every shooter
Few purchases matter more to a shooter than the gun in their hands. Sporting Gun’s shotgun section delivers independent reviews, detailed buying guides and practical advice to help you find the right gun for your shooting – whatever your discipline, budget or experience level.
Our team of experienced shots and reviewers covers the full spectrum of shotguns available to UK buyers: classic side-by-sides, versatile over-and-unders, semi-automatics and pump actions from the world’s leading manufacturers. Whether you’re investing in your first gun or considering a significant upgrade, we assess handling, balance, fit, reliability and value to give you a verdict you can trust.
We also cover maintenance, storage, customisation and the gunsmithing services that keep your gun performing season after season. Brands reviewed include Beretta, Browning, Caesar Guerini, Perazzi, Miroku, Rizzini and beyond.
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ShotgunsBeretta SL2 Sport Adjustable shotgun review
Ed Jackson explores the Beretta SL2, a technical tour de force that merges competition pedigree with the high-end craftsmanship of the Pietro Beretta Custom Shop
By Sporting Gun
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Semi-autoBeretta A400L semi-automatic shotgun review
The Beretta A400L combines modern engineering with classic styling. Bruce Potts puts it through its paces
By Bruce Potts
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ShotgunsSteel shot and classic shotguns: How to keep your favourite gun in the field
With the UK lead ammunition phase-out approaching, discover what owners of classic shotguns must know about steel shot to keep them shooting safely
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Clay shotgun product reviewsBeretta 688 review
A full review of the Beretta 688. Designed for serious clay shooters seeking competition performance, modern design and strong value.
By Lloyd Pattison
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ShotgunsHow to clean and store your shotgun properly over the winter
Learn how to clean and store your shotgun properly over winter with this practical guide. From preventing rust and corrosion to caring for barrels, chokes, woodwork and gun cabinets, this article expl...
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ShotgunsWhy your shotgun cartridges are failing to eject
Cartridge ejection failures are highly frustrating, but this common problem might not be caused by your shotgun’s ejectors, but modern cost-saving cartridges themselves, explains gunsmith and shoote...
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Semi-auto
Benelli Raffaello Advanced Impact Barrel Shotgun Review
If you want the ability to shoot steel or lead through any choke, then the Benelli Raffaello Limited Edition A.I. is definitely the gun for you, writes Bruce Potts
By Bruce Potts
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ShotgunsHow pattern testing your shotgun can transform your shooting
Pattern testing your shotgun is the key to better shooting. Learn how choke choice, cartridges and point of impact affect performance, accuracy and confidence in the field.
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Clay shotgun product reviews
Beretta 694 Sporting Review
Rob Speed rediscovers the Beretta 694 Sporting, a shotgun with impressive features, customisation options and reliability to suit shooters of all levels and disciplines
By Sporting Gun
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