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Game shotguns: expert reviews and buying advice
Welcome to Sporting Gun’s game shotguns hub – your go-to resource for expert reviews, buying advice and everything you need to choose the right gun for the field.
Game shooting demands a shotgun that balances handling, swing and reliability, whether you’re standing at a peg on a driven pheasant day or working through rough ground on a walked-up shoot. Our team of experienced shots and independent gun reviewers test and evaluate a wide range of game shotguns – from best-quality British side-by-sides and elegant sidelocks to versatile over-and-unders built for serious fieldwork.
We cover the full spectrum: entry-level guns for those new to game shooting, mid-range workhorses trusted by regular Guns, and premium shotguns from makers including Beretta, Browning, Caesar Guerini, Perazzi and Purdey. Every review assesses fit, handling, balance, reliability and value, so you can shoot with confidence all season.
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Fowl, fur, fashion
The industrial revolution-era demand for feathers and furs nearly wiped out many species. Patrick Hook delves into the craze and the societal shifts that ended it.
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Game shotgun product reviews
Shooting in style
Felix Petit celebrates the art of shooting with the debut of Browning’s 825 at Le Domaine de Sandricourt, a stunning French estate steeped in history and tradition.
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Made to measure
Rob Speed discovers the William Powell Prestige, a shotgun that impresses with a perfect blend of tradition, aesthetics and exceptional performance for game shooters
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GameDrenched and disappointed
Constant rain has plagued farmers right across the UK, while pesky pigeons have only added to the misery on Andy Crow’s farm by hammering his precious pea crop.
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GameField to fork
Patrick Hook explains the culinary and financial benefits of shooting rabbits, and gives some tips to ensure success
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GameWatch: Targeted thermal foxing
Deano Harrison is out trying to catch up with two problem foxes that he has spotted on the trail cam; find out how he gets on in this video!
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Watch: Spring pigeons with Andy Crow
We're back in the hide with Andy Crow for a spot of spring pigeon control as he puts his mind to protecting the vulnerable young lucerne crop.
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GameSpring foxing masterclass
Mark Ripley (260RIPS) presents this masterclass packed with springtime fox control tips, whether you work the lambing fields or poultry farms!
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