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Q) I recently bought a double hammerless non-ejector shotgun at auction for £250. It is listed as a BSA Special Sporting gun in 12-bore and suitable for 23⁄4in cartridges. The number is 41746. Is it worth the price I paid and can I use modern cartridges in it? J. TREVELLION By email Read more
Q) I ferret some large warrens and am often alone when doing so. The problem with this is that I am afraid of losing a ferret if it wanders off while I am busy. How can I avoid this? Read more
Q) We are noticing a large number of sick and dead pigeon on our shoot. I have been told they are suffering from acorn poisoning as a result of the extra large fall this autumn. Could this be the case or do they have a virus that might affect pheasants? T. BUTLER By email Read more
Q) I have bought a dory with an outboard motor which I want to use for wildfowling. I know it is illegal to shoot with the motor running, but do I have to remove it from the transom before I start to shoot? It is very heavy and takes up a lot of room in the boat. M. THOMPSON By email Read more
Q) Normally at this time of year we have plenty of pigeon. We have an abundance of acorns and beechmast, and normally the pigeon would be attracted to this feast, but this year we have only a fraction of the number on our shoot. Where are all the pigeon? T. SYMES By email Read more
Lincolnshire Police dismisses claims that disabled man who later shot himself was due to have his weapons removed. Read more
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