The European lead ban proceeds. A few days ago the latest draft of the EU Commission’s proposal to restrict lead in ammunition was discussed within the EU REACH Committee: the main issues remain untouched…
It's widely known: even small obstacles can massively change the trajectory, stability and effect of bullets – with sometimes dramatic consequences. We carried out a practical test: how bullets react to wheat, spruce, corn and blackthorn. One lead-free and one leaded bullet each from Nosler (leaded Whitetail Country and lead-free E-Tip) were used.
Purpose-built for the waterfowl season, the load delivers 34 g of #2, #3, or #4 steel shot at 1,550 fps – equal to more than 472 m/s. This results in superior downrange energy and clean, ethical kills.
Fiocchi of America reintroduces the Texas White Wing 12 ga shotshell, designed for dedicated dove hunters. The iconic load is now available in a convenient bulk 4-box field carton, easy to carry on the field.
With no fewer than five hunting cartridge lines, GECO offers a versatile quintet of ammunition to choose from that covers all common applications on the hunting ground. These "Fab 5" are the GECO Express, Softpoint and Plus cartridges, each with lead bullets, as well as the lead-free alternatives GECO Star and GECO Zero. We will show you the differences and the criteria you can use to select your …
Among the guns for battue hunting, the Marlin 1895M, the Winchester 94AE Timber and the Browning BLR, chambered in the powerful .450 Marlin caliber, represent the cutting edge at the top of the free energy category. We made them come up against each other at the shooting range and in the hunting of Wild boars
With the Aquila series, Conotech offers a thermal imaging hand-held device with genuine one-hand operation. It is available in four different equipment variants. With the Aquila PRO 650LIIR, we were able to subject the flagship of this model series with integrated laser rangefinder to a practical test. Find out how the monocular performs in this test report!
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HIKMicro introduces the new Lynx 3.0 series of thermal imaging monoculars, available in six models with focal lengths ranging from 9.7 mm to 35 mm and three VOx FPA sensor types. All models in the Lynx 3.0 line combine compactness, versatility, and lightness. This series represents the Asian manufacturer’s entry-level range, designed to introduce hunters and enthusiasts to the HIKMicro world of …
With the introduction of the Diamond-Like-Carbon A+ coating (DLC A+), Blaser is now relying on a pioneering surface technology for the benefit of its customers, which protects gun parts from mechanical and weather-related influences better than before. We tell you what this technology is all about, how it works and where it is already being used at Blaser.
In sport shooting as well as in hunting practice, the follow-through – i.e. consciously maintaining your position after the shot has been fired –plays an important role. Many shooters neglect this aspect, which is of course reflected in the accuracy and consistency of hit placement. In a training scenario, we explain how you can recognise and fix typical errors during this phase, which is part of …
We field tested the performance of the Nocpix Ace S50R thermal imaging riflescope during a nocturnal boar hunt. A special night worthy of the best conclusion with a wild boar kill, which we tell you about.
Optics specialist Minox has introduced a new 20-60x80 ED spotting scope with matching aluminum-carbon tripod. It not only offers hunters the opportunity to observe details at long distances, but also helps birdwatchers to accurately identify species. We have taken a closer look at the equipment and features of the spotting scope and tripod combination for you.
With the MATE Lite, MATE H38R, MATE H50R and MATE ULTRA, Nocpix is introducing four new thermal imaging clip-ons. The MATE series not only aims to set new standards, but also comes with some innovative features. We have taken a closer look at the new lineup and present it and its features.
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