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The Airgun Show – Farmyard pigeon & dove hunt with the Walther LGU, PLUS AT Vulcan 2 Tactic on test!

Posted on 01/11/2018 by Colin Fallon — No Comments ↓

We’re back with another spring-gun hunting session, and this time Andy Watkins is using the Walther LGU to tackle an infestation of feral pigeons. It turns out to be a busy session and Andy amasses a hefty bag of farmyard…

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The Airgun Show – Daytime rat shooting with the Daystate Red Wolf, PLUS Umarex Browning Buck Mark URX review…

Posted on 04/10/2018 by Colin Fallon — No Comments ↓

We’re out rat shooting with Mat Manning this week but it’s not your usual night vision or lamping foray. The rats are out raiding feed in broad daylight, and Mat sets up in a barn to pick off the marauding…

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The Airgun Show – Shooting crows and doves on the farm, PLUS Air Force One Air Ram Compressor on test…

Posted on 06/09/2018 by Colin Fallon — No Comments ↓

Airguns are perfect for controlling pests around farm buildings, and Mat Manning is targeting crows, jackdaws, rooks and doves that are raiding feed from the yard. The discovery of a ready-made hiding place brings a boost to the hunt and…

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The Shooting Show – deer stalking masterclass with Jason Doyle

Posted on 28/09/2015 by Colin Fallon — No Comments ↓

Irish sika stalking expert Jason Doyle brings you the lowdown on the concept of maximum point-blank range. Not sure? How about this: Never having to alter the point of aim on deer anywhere from 130 to 250 yards. It could…

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The Airgun Show – farmyard pest shoot, Air Arms S400 review and Midland Game Fair roundup

Posted on 24/09/2015 by catherine — No Comments ↓

First up this week, Mat Manning’s out on his farmyard pest control rounds. He’s got his sights set on collared doves and feral pigeons, and it’s clear to see that the birds have been busy breeding. We’ve got a news…

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The Shooting Show – foxing with long range pro Mark Ripley

Posted on 31/08/2015 by Colin Fallon — No Comments ↓

Mark Ripley has long been producing his own long-range fox shooting videos under the handle 260rips. Now he brings his foxing expertise to The Shooting Show, getting his Browning X-Bolt on zero for a 300-yard shot before taking it out…

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The Airgun Show – hide-building, jackdaws and pigeons PLUS the Webley VMX D-Ram

Posted on 28/08/2014 by Colin Fallon — No Comments ↓

Concealment is key as Mat Manning is tasked with a tricky pest control assignment to rid the farm of a flock of crafty corvids. Things don’t go exactly to plan, but a well-constructed hide and few carefully placed decoys ensure…

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The Airgun Show – daytime ratting and the Air Arms Ultimate Sporter

Posted on 31/07/2014 by Colin Fallon — No Comments ↓

In episode five of The Airgun Show, a rat-infested farm provides hectic action for Mat Manning as he uses baiting tactics to crack down on the grain-stealing pests with his BSA Ultra SE. On the test bench this week is…

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The Airgun Show — a mixed bag with Rob Collins PLUS pump or tank?

Posted on 16/07/2014 by Colin Fallon — No Comments ↓

Corvids, woodpigeons and collared doves are in the crosshairs as Mat Manning joins Rob Collins for some farmyard pest control in this week’s episode of The Airgun Show. The pair stake out stock units and grain stores as they crack…