Test: An Extra Pair of Eyes

Mat Manning considers the benefits offered by trail cameras while putting the Hikmicro M15 4G model through its paces

Having a Hoot with Corvids

Mat Manning uses an owl decoy to pull egg-stealing crows and magpies within striking distance

Successor to the crown

Heading up BSA’s airgun line-up is no mean feat – Mat Manning puts the laminate version of the flagship R12 CLX Pro to the test.

Gun review: The Crosman Icon

Mat Manning discovers that you don’t have to have deep pockets to enjoy recoil-free airgunning as he gets to grips with the Crosman Icon

Gun test: BSA R12 CLX Pro

Heading up BSA’s airgun line-up is no mean feat – Mat Manning puts the laminate version of the flagship R12 CLX Pro to the test.

The benefits of roving pest control

An eventful stroll through the woods gives Mat Manning a chance to bring some destructive pests to book whilst plotting future forays.

Grey squirrel shooting: bait & wait tactics

Bait and wait tactics can bring great results when shooting grey squirrels – Mat Manning shares some top tips for this highly-effective hunting method.

Gun test: KalibrGun Cricket II Tactical

The Cricket II is a solid and dependable bullpup from the Czech Republic – Mat Manning gives his verdict on the Tactical Carbon Fibre model in this review.

Gun test: FX Panthera

The FX Panthera has been designed to deliver optimum precision at extreme range – Mat Manning gives his verdict on the Swedish supergun.

Gun test: Reximex Pretensis (Walnut)

Mat Manning puts the Reximex Pretensis through its paces, and finds it to be more than just a handsome PCP at a sensible price!

Gun test: Niksan Escalade C

Mat Manning reviews the Niksan Escalade C and is pleasantly surprised by this double-bottled tactical PCP air rifle, which comes with four magazines, a hard case and an integral bipod.

Ratting: night vision farmyard raid!

Mat Manning sets up with his air rifle and night vision for a long shift, as deteriorating weather brings an influx of rats to the farmyard.