Second-hand Beretta semi-autos
Tough, reliable and long-lived - shown by the fact that some guns in hard use for over 30 years are still going strong Remington launched their iconic Model 1100 shotgun in 1963 – sparking a strong...
View ArticleCZ 455
A rimfire rifle from Ceská Zbrojovka that can change calibres from .22 LR to .22 WMR and the ever-popular .17 HMR as well You can now shoot the tried and tested CZ action with hammer-forged barrel,...
View ArticleSako A7 rifle
The Sako A7 incorporates the barrelled action from a Sako rifle, and adds to it Tikka' s stock styling, with a few twists, such as the soft-touch synthetic stock finish, standard Weaver scope mounts...
View ArticleZoli Kronos shotgun review
Looking for a clay-shooting gun that's a bit out of the ordinary? Then the Zoli Kronos might be the one for you. The manufacturer’s name may not be as familiar to you as some. Antonio Zoli SpA are...
View ArticleAnschutz 1517 .17 HMR rifle review
There are many good-quality, affordable .17HMR rifles from brands such as CZ, Sako and Savage, but top billing must go to Anschutz. Anschutz is a German manufacturer with an impeccable name for the...
View ArticleThree value-for-money second-hand European shotguns
In different price brackets from £425 up to £6000 plus, Mike George makes his choice Target price £425 Lincoln Premier 28-bore When Sporting Gun first reviewed this gun in 2004, we gave it high praise...
View ArticleBettinsoli Diamond Line shotgun
Entry-level Bettinsoli shotguns were once viewed as inexpensive, cheap and cheerful knockabout guns that were plainly designed and plain to look at. But now it's all changed thanks to a rethink by the...
View ArticleSecondhand aluminium guns
Many shooters are wary of light, aluminium guns, but they shouldn't be, says Mike GeorgeVerney-Carron SagittaireMike George picks out his recommendations for secondhand aluminium guns. Bettinsoli...
View ArticleBaikal MP-221 .45-70 double rifle review
This meaty side-by-side Baikal MP-221 .45-70 double rifle isn’t elegant, but it’s accurate and easy handling - perfect for boarBaikal is one of the few manufacturers to have provided British shooters...
View ArticleBeretta Silver Pigeon III limited edition
Why is the Beretta Silver Pigeon so popular? It’s fair to say that today Beretta shotguns are the top choice for British game shots. I am one of the fans too. I have over six Berettas and their design...
View ArticleSecond-hand Beretta 682 shotgun
This model has probably won more Sporting events than any other gun and has had very few changes since its launch. In its heyday the 682 Sporter scored winning performances at the very top level, in...
View Article10 of our most popular gun reviews
Some of our gun reviews are looked at over and over again by our readers. Which are they? Read on and discover for yourself
View ArticleBrowning Cynergy shotgun review
Since the Cynergy was launched in the UK, most shooters have come to the conclusion that this is a gun to suit the sophisticated tastes of the 21st century ShotThis is perhaps the most radical...
View ArticleBeretta 686 Onyx
Here's a gun that makes choosing between shotgun models much more difficult Back in 2007 Jason Harris reviewed the new Beretta 686 Onyx shotgun. Read his review, originally published in December 2007,...
View ArticleBeretta DT10 shotgun review
This is a gun you should look out for in the second-hand market and here's why. When this shotgun first came out many people supposedly ‘in the know’ reckoned it filled a gap between the...
View ArticleZoli of Italy: a story of success
With over 400 years of history under its belt, Zoli is a success story built on passion and excellence that shows no signs of slowing down. By Selena Barr.Noted game shot Will Ashby shoots with a pair...
View ArticleSecond-hand shotguns for the season ahead
If you wish to buy a new-to-you gun for the coming game season, then now’s the time to be looking along the racks of second-hand shotgunsBeretta 486 Parallelo Beretta 486 Parellelo Purchasing a gun...
View ArticleMossberg 930 Duck Commander on test
This semi-automatic is a simple, sturdy and practical wildfowling or all-purpose shotgun, but it doesn’t take itself too seriously, says Lewis PotterMossberg 930 Duck Commander The products of O. F....
View ArticleOn test: Schultz & Larsen Legacy .223
Good-looking, well-built, easy to handle and impressively accurate, this trim rifle from Schultz & Larsen is a practical choice for shooting deer or fox, says Bruce PottsBeautifully proportioned...
View ArticleThree secondhand Sporters
Mike George looks at three secondhand Sporters in three different price brackets - by Beretta, Zoli and Miroku Pleasant engraving on the Grade 5Miroku Universal MK60 – target price £1,500 Miroku MK60...
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