In the very first review of the new Purdey Trigger Plate over and under, Michael Yardley is delighted by this big beast of a gun – finding it well presented and forgiving to use. Have you ever been tempted by a vintage Purdey? Read Michael Yardley’s review of a pair…
Michael Yardley is impressed by the new Beretta 695 12-bore over-and-under. With excellent first impressions, positive shooting qualities and an attainable price, who could want for more? For more from Beretta, read Michael Yardley’s review of the Beretta Silver Pigeon 30in 12-bore. BERETTA 695 This month’s test explores a 12-bore…
There are many pitfalls to avoid when looking to buy vintage shotguns, but Michael Yardley is impressed by this pair of 1930s Purdey side by sides. Fantastic, classic guns can be bought on the second-hand market for a fraction of the price of their modern counterparts. Read vintage Purdey side…
Michael Yardley is impressed by the Kreighoff Parcours 20-bore. It is pointable, well balanced and excellent for those that shoot deliberately. For another impressive 20-bore, which is well made and well priced, read Michael Yardley’s review of the Merkel 60e 20-bore. KRIEGHOFF PARCOURS 20-BORE The test gun, a 32in Krieghoff…
We may look forward to the warm lushness of a proper English spring, but the horticultural workload is never welcomed as effusively. From clearing winter debris, trimming hedges, tackling weeds in the herbaceous border to the weekly requirement to mow the lawn, for the non green-fingered they are as aggravating…
Michael Yardley is impressed by the Merkel 60e 20-bore. It is well made and well priced and, despite some eccentric styling, comfortable to shoot. For more gun reviews, read Michael Yardley’s review of the Blaser F16 Game Heritage. MERKEL 60E 20-BORE The Merkel Model 60e sidelock side-by-side is a 20-bore,…
Having shot a number of F16s, Michael Yardley is impressed to report that the Blaser F16 Game Heritage is the best yet. It’s no lightweight, but it moves wells, is enjoyable to shoot and instinctive to use. For more gun reviews, read Michael Yardley’s review of the AYA Premium 20-bore.…
Michael Yardley is impressed by the AyA Premium 20-bore. It’s pointable, not too light, aesthetically pleasing – and good value for money. For more on 20-bores, read Michael Yardley’s review of the hotly anticipated Browning B15 20-bore D grade. AYA PREMIUM 20-BORE This month’s test gun is an AyA Premium…
Michael Yardley is impressed by the Guerini Invictus High Pheasant. With relatively light barrels, excellent handling dynamics and good pointing qualities, it could be one of the best high-bird guns on the market with just a few tweaks. For more gun reviews, see what Michael Yardley thought of the hotly…
New to the famous gunmaker’s stable and hotly anticipated, Michael Yardley is impressed by the Browning B15 20-bore D grade. Visually attractive and finished to a high standard, it would make an excellent game gun. For more on the Browning B15, read Michael Yarldey’s review of the 12-bore in Browning…
