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Do you have any information on my Atkins shotgun?
The gun is Damascus-barrelled and has an under-lever. Inscribed on the barrel is Henry Atkins from J. Purdey, 18 Oxendon Street, London. Presented to E. Sheen by members of the Cornwall Shooting Club 1836. Have you any information on this gun, please? Read more
Why is our dog regurgitating her meal?
We have a labrador bitch which has taken to vomiting directly after her meal and then eating the result. Why is she doing this and does she require medical attention? Read more
How many shotguns can I legally hold on my certificate?
I currently have two 12-bore shotguns on my shotgun certificate. Can you tell me how many shotguns I can legally hold? Also, how much smokeless powder can I store for reloading? Read more
What food is best for encouraging deer?
With winter approaching, I would like to supplement the food available to roe deer in our woodland. Would it be acceptable to put out grain, carrots and turnips, or is there a better alternative? Read more
Which sex of ferret should I buy?
I am on the verge of purchasing a couple of ferrets, but do not know which sex I should be obtaining. I would like ferrets that are easygoing and, of course, ones that will bolt rabbits. Do you have any suggestions as to which I should choose? Read more
Shooting UK News
Rules on shooting ravens to be relaxed
In an effort to protect newborn lambs and calves, farmers are to be allowed to shoot more ravens than previously permitted, NFU Scotland has said. Read more
What's in this issue?
In this week's issue, Shooting Times joins a team of friends in Herefordshire for a twilight duck flight, plus spectacular stalking: hunting chamois in the snowbound Austrian alps
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