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21 May 2021

Antique Crossbows - Medieval to Modern

Crossbows were a popular weapon throughout most of the last millennium, used by both militaries and sporting shooters alike. Read on to see how the crossbow evolved from medieval to modern.

19 May 2021

Things You Didn't Know About Antique Guns

Collecting antique guns is a fantastic hobby, and one of the most popular areas of interest to do with guns in the UK.

17 May 2021

.303 British - Bought v Reloaded Ammunition

Here's a quick cost analysis of either buying .303 British PPU factory ammunition, or handloading your own. .303 calibre is one of our most popular rounds, and one of the most popular rifle rounds.

13 May 2021

PPU Bullet Profile Acronyms - What They Mean

Here we explain the difference between each PPU (Prvi Partizan) bullet profile and it's nomenclature, and how it's best used.

9 May 2021

.303 Factory, Reloaded or Surplus Ammunition?

In this blog, we look at the pros and cons of each, including some costings on which will be the most budget friendly and highest quality ammunition available.

30 April 2021

Upgrading The Sights On Your Pedersoli Rifle

Our range of Pedersoli rear sights are designed to fit any Pedersoli breech loading rifle, and will fit many other brands, and offer an authentic but precise sighting system for your Pedersoli rifle.

27 April 2021

Miniature Slice Of History: Norinco The Mini Mauser

Bruce Potts tries out a very familiar looking bolt action rifle from Norinco; the Mini Mauser 33/40. Kindly supplied by Gun Mart.

27 April 2021

How To Cast Your Own Slingshot Ammo

Most slingshot shooters opt for balls between 8mm to 12mm, as this offers the greatest range with the most power.

13 April 2021

Join Sharpe's Ranks, Buy Your Very Own Musket

If you haven't seen or read Sharpe, give it a go, it's now on Netflix. If you have, or you'd like to own one of the guns from the Sharpe series, read on to find out about a few of the guns used in the show?

12 April 2021