Tech specs for the Sako M75 Country of origin: Finland In production 1996-2007 Action: Bolt Stock options:Walnut, laminated or synthetic Barrel length 22-26in Magazine: Detachable, capacity 4+1, 5+1 or 6+1,…
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Second-hand Beretta 682 shotgun: it’s stood the test of time
In 1984 Beretta brought out a new O/U designated the 682. It was a replacement for the 680, which had been their main competition gun for the previous decade, and…
Fierce Carbon Edge 6.5 PRC
I was unfamiliar with Fierce Firearms until recently, but the manufacturer has been causing a few ripples in the gun trade with its high-specification stalking rifles and ‘guaranteed’ accuracy at…
Blaser F3 Vantage
This shotgun – the Blaser F3 Vantage – is no bargain basement offering, though it certainly represents an excellent example of a modern competition gun with the genuine potential to…
Jaguar F-Pace
Jaguar joined the SUV market with the launch of the Jaguar F-Pace in 2015. Although popular, it’s been hovering under the countryman’s radar compared with some of its competitors and…
ATA Sporter
This review was first published in 2018 and has been updated. Prices shown are as when gun was originally reviewed and may have altered. ATA Sporter tech specs Weight: 7lb…
Zoli Z-Sport Black 12-bore
Zoli Z-Sport Black Over the past couple of decades, competitive clay shooting has grown substantially, as have the abilities, ambitions and, importantly, the budgets of its participants. (Read our list…
Mossberg Patriot Predator .308 Win
Sometimes you just want a rifle to get the job done, be that for keepering, forestry or occasional stalking. Or perhaps you are someone who is not interested in the…
Krieghoff K80 Parcours-X
My ‘midlife crisis’ was nearly four years ago. I decided to have a massive change in my life and dropped most of my shooting sponsors, changed my job, went self-employed…
Haenel Jaeger 10 Timber LX Monte Carlo
The German gunmaking firm Haenel has been producing rifles for almost 200 years. Its reputation in Britain is now on the rise, thanks to its attention to detail and its…
Bettinsoli Evolution
The Bettinsoli Evolution represents a lot of gun at a mid-range price. Although it no longer features in the Bettinsoli catalogues, a few new guns still appear to be offered…
Suzuki Jimny LCV
The Suzuki Jimny doesn’t need much introduction; the wee Japanese 4×4 has earned itself a cult status and many, including yours truly, were thrilled when the latest Jimny was released…
The Mossberg Maverick 88 pump-action. It’s versatile and tough
There are sound reasons for owning a Mossberg Maverick 88 shotgun, especially if you’re involved in gamekeeping and pest control. It will never replace your game or clay gun, but…
RC7 cartridges on test – ‘The One’
RC7 The One cartridges We can be assured that any new product from Romagna Caccia, now RC EXIMPORT and known worldwide by the initials RC, will be of interest, so…
Caesar Guerini Maxum Gold Ltd 20-bore
Traditional styling The Caesar Guerini Maxum Gold Ltd is an upgrade on the already premium Maxum game gun. This new model has more traditional styling and attention to detail. The…
Mauser M03 rifle review – a blast from the past
Mauser M03 rifle review: With great design features and an attention to detail that puts other rifles to shame, we find the Mauser M03 stalking rifle a refreshing break from…
Winchester Wildcat .22 LR semi-automatic
The Winchester Wildcat It’s nice to have another .22 semi-automatic rifle appear among the usual contingent of Rugers and Remingtons. This Winchester, though labelled as such, is made in Turkey.…
Land Rover Defender 110 Hardtop
The word legend gets thrown around all too often, but in the case of the Land Rover Defender 110, it’s well deserved. Whether for duties on the farm, transporting our…
Franchi Affinity: a fine entry-level semi-auto shotgun
When I was asked to review the Franchi Affinity it occured to me that it was not one of the names you might first think of when considering mass-market gunmakers.…
John Jeffries 12-bore Legend 2 MX8
Verdict on the Legend 2 MX8 A few months ago, I had the pleasure of meeting John Jeffries and shooting one of his custom guns. This gun was an exciting…