Just in the Dan Wesson 8″ Revolver. Superior accuracy and power. This massive 8″ revolver, licenced by Dan Wesson, proves that size does matter. It has authentic markings and an individual serial number stampted into the frame. The revolver features a double action trigger system and adjustable rear sight for extra realism and accuracy. The Dan Wesson revolver is made from metal except the  ergonomic grip constructed in hard ABS plastic. The 12g CO2 cartridge is stored in the grip and is easily accessed by sliding the grip back.

Each of the six cartridges holds one 4.5mm BB and is placed in the metal cylinder that rotates as each round is fired. The revolver comes with speed loader. attachable tactical rail and six cartidges. Priced at £85.00

Call Steve in the shop for more info 01234 708893

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The new Browning A5 Semi Automatic. The “humpback” is back once again, from Browning.

The lines of the new A5 will perhaps remind you of its illustrious ancestor, but its lines are the only points  this new gun has in common with the old A5 of our grandfathers.

The brand new Browning A5 was developed to be the most reliable and the fastest inertia- operated semi-automatic shotgun and with the lowest recoil sensation.

Browning’s confidence in the new A5 is that that they are offering a guarantee of 100,000 shots or 7 years with it.

Browning say this reliability above all relies on the new Kinematic Drive System which is the guns tireless engine

Other innovations make the Browning A5 a concentrate of new technologies: The New Investor DS Chokes fitted to the Vector Back Bored barrels, the Inflex II recoil pad and the Speed Load Plus System

Take a look at the pictures below, for more information about the Browning A5, call Steve on 01234 708893 – Priced at £1185.00

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We have just taken delivery of this magnificent example of the Browning B725 Sporter Grade 5. Fitted with 30” barrels it comes complete with 5 flush fitting chokes. The wood and the hand engraving exemplary.

The new Browning B725 is an aesthetic and technical revolution in Over and Under shotguns. Based on the legendary B25, it is innovative whilst retaining the many existing design features of the B525, which make it the most outstanding Over & Under shotgun on the market.

The new B725 has a low action frame, which combines all the qualities of reliability and long-life possessed by all Browning Over and Under shotguns. The action frame has a lower and more compact profile than most other Over and Under shotguns. The low action frame provides the following benefitswhen shooting by:

Enabling faster aiming and therefore more instinctive shooting. Reducing muzzle flip due to the frames inline recoil providing a more comfortable shooting position, making it highly maneuverable and effective when shooting.

The B725 is the only Over and Under gun that combines the reliability and legendary sturdiness of Browning Over and Under guns, thanks to its wide, flat bolt, a unique hinge pin and wide recoil surfaces,all combined with a low action frame.

The new Invector DS chokes provide unrivalled performance by providing an optimal length of 80mm, an exclusive internal shape and a patented gas seal segment. The optimal 80 mm length enables an exclusive internal shape to be developed, which optimises performances over all shooting distances and ensures a uniform concentration of the shot pattern when using lead or steel shot. The new patented Invector DS (Double Seal) Chokes offer a double seal. They are fitted with a compression ring that limits penetration of combustion gas between the choke and barrel. The thread on the muzzle side forms an obstacle to prevent exhaust gasses from entering. The ring stops the Invector DS from unscrewing when firing. This guarantees that the choke stays clean and is easy to remove under any conditions.

The B725 has new barrels made of new Back-bored Vector Pro shaped barrels and Invector DS chokes.

This gives the B725 perfect balance, ergonomics and swing in all shooting conditions.

The principle of the Back-bored Vector Pro barrel is to improve the diameter of the bore of the barrel and to extend the forcing cone wich provides three advantages:

Increased speed and better penetration of shot by reducing friction between the shot and the walls of the barrel

Better shot pattern by reducing any pellet deformation when going from through the forcing cone between the chamber and the barrel bore.

Recoil is reduced because the shot load moves more freely.

The B725 has an improved mechanical firing system, allowing the shooter to really “feel” the shot as the trigger is pulled, which makes for a great feel. These new firing system is shorter, faster and lighter giving more control over your shooting.

Browning’s innovative mechanical firing system provides great ease of use for hunters and shooters, guaranteeing that a second shot can be fired whatever the circumstance. Even if you only have one cartridge in your gun, you will still be able to fire, which is not the case with an inertial system.

A totally new Inflex II recoil pad is fitted on all B725 shotguns as standard. This ultra flexible recoil pad provides the best recoil absorption possible on a shotgun. This exclusive material makes shouldering easier. Two other pads, 20 or 25 mm thick (available on option), make it easy to adjust the length of your stock. In this way, you can adapt your B725 to your own morphology and also adapt it depending on the hunting season. Furthermore, these exclusively designed pads, 20 or 25 mm thick, generate a downward movement of the stock when firing, moving it away from the shooter’s cheek, and giving incomparable comfort when firing.

If you would like to see this gun or would like further information please call Steve in the shop on 01234 708893

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Shooting will commence at 9.00am and each squad will have an allotted start time in 20
minute intervals. We will shoot through the lunchtime period and finish around 4.00pm when a buffet will be served. This will then be followed by prize giving. Should you be eligible for a prize you must collect on the day at this time, sponsored prizes will be as provided and are not exchangeable.
As in previous years the classifications will be decided on the basis of British or Imported gun. Shooters will only be eligible to be “British Side by Side Champion 2013” if they compete with a British made gun. However, there will be an award for the highest scoring Imported Gun as well as runner up places, irrespective of gauge, hammer or hammerless.
However, British made guns will also compete in their respect gauges, hammer and hammerless guns competing in the same class. Awards will be given in each of these classes for 1st place; however, the overall Champion and runner up will be excluded from awards in their individual classes. In addition there will be prizes for High Gun for veterans (over 60), ladies and juniors (Under 18). The shoot will comprise of 100 targets, simulating typical English Quarry, spread over 12 stands, including our 120’ tower.
The rules will be CPSA Englisth Sporting. All competitors must wear Ear and Eye Protection when shooting.
The entry fee is £45.00, if paid in advance and £48.00 on the day this includes, clays and
buffet, but excludes cartridges which will be available to purchase on the day if required.
Re-entries are allowed, if time and space are available on the day, it is recommended that if you intend to re-enter you book this in advance the price £32.00. Any re-entries will only be eligible to win gauge class and not the British Side by Side Champion or Imported High Gun. Your first card only will entitle you to participate in these respective championships.

Rules
1. Telephone entries only in advance of the day
a. Please call 01234 708893 and have ready the following information
i. Your name, telephone contact details as well as details for any additional
shooters you intend to book in and your BASC membership number
ii. The make of your gun(s)
iii. Whether it is British or Foreign
iv. The Gauge
v. Means of payment, to confirm your entry, and any others you are
booking in (Credit or Debit Card).
vi. Re-entry, if you are intending on re-entering the competition with a
different gun please have the above information available
vii. Preferred start time
2. You will only be able to use one gun per entry, should you change guns during the
competition you will be excluded from any awards.
You are able to re-enter using a different gun upon payment of another entry fee.
Re-entries on the day cannot be guaranteed, so it is recommended that this is done in
advance. Any re-entries will only be eligible to win gauge class and not the British
Side by Side Champion or Imported High Gun. Your first card only will entitle
you to participate in these respective championships.
3. Only a Competitor shooting a British Made Gun is eligible to be “British Side by
Side Champion 2013”, in the event of a draw a shoot off will take place according to
the rules of “English Sporting”.
4. In the event of a draw for any other position in any other class the result will be
established using “count back”.
5. Squads will go out on time so please arrive at least half an hour before you are due to
shoot. In the event you are delayed and miss your shoot time we will do our best to
accommodate you but we cannot guarantee this.
6. All squads will be escorted round the stands by referees, whose decision is final, on
whether a target is hit or lost.
7. Squads will have a maximum size of six, unless the whole squad agrees to a higher
number with an absolute maximum of eight.
8. First Squad time will be 9.00am and the last squad time will be 3.00pm
9. All competitors will wear Hearing and Eye Protection while they are competing,
failure to do so will prohibit participation and/or disqualification from the competition.
10. All shooters will abide by Sporting Targets Club Rules.
11. Guns must be carried broken and unloaded at all times, unless on a designated shooting
stand.
12. Cartridges must not exceed 28 gram load, shot size 6

Awards
2013 GunsOnPegs British Side by Side Champion
(Awarded to the highest scoring competitor using a British Made Gun)
Runner Up
(Awarded to the second highest scoring competitor using a British Made Gun)
Imported High Gun
(Awarded to the highest scoring competitor using an imported gun irrespective of type or gauge)
British Made 12 gauge Hammer and Hammerless High Gun
(Awarded to the highest scoring competitor, not already awarded in the first two categories, using a British
made, 12 gauge hammer or Hammerless gun)
British Made 16 gauge Hammer and Hammerless High Gun
(Awarded to the highest scoring competitor, not already awarded in the first two categories, using a British
made, 16 gauge hammer or Hammerless gun)
British Made 20 gauge Hammer and Hammerless High Gun
(Awarded to the highest scoring competitor, not already awarded in the two categories, using a British made,
20 gauge hammer or hammerless gun)
British Made 28 gauge Hammer and Hammerless High Gun
(Awarded to the highest scoring competitor, not already awarded in the first two categories, using a British
made, 28 gauge hammer or hammerless gun)
British Made 410 gauge Hammer and Hammerless High Gun
(Awarded to the highest scoring competitor, not already awarded in the first two categories, using a British
made, 410 gauge hammer or hammerless gun)
Veteran High Gun
(Awarded to the highest scoring competitor, over the age of sixty on the day, not already awarded in the first
three categories, irrespective of gun origin or type)
Ladies High Gun
(Awarded to the highest scoring competitor, not already awarded in the first three categories, irrespective of
gun origin or type)
Junior High Gun
(Awarded to the highest scoring competitor, under the age of eighteen on the day, not already awarded in the
first three categories, irrespective of gun origin or type)
Any re-entries will only be eligible to win gauge class and not the British Side by Side Champion or Imported
High Gun. Your first card only will entitle you to participate in these respective championships.

Sponsored Prizes
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Heathfield Moor covers approximately 2,000 acres and makes up part of the Ripley
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Acre for acre past records show this to be the most productive grouse moor in Nidderdale.
There are 6 lines of butts/pegs which will stand 9 guns giving a variety of 7 drives.

Sponsored Prizes
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A Bottle of 48% Gin from Foxdentons Estate
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A Bottle of Sloe Gin from Foxdentons Estate
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a mixed case of
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A Bottle of 48% Gin from Foxdentons Estate
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A Bottle of 48% Gin from Foxdentons Estate

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The Bedfordshire County English Sporting County Championships is being held on Bank Holiday Monday, 6^th May 2013.

As in previous years this incorporates the Martin Scoley Memorial Trophy.

 There is a guaranteed High Gun prize of £200.00 and unlike other Registered English Sporting Events, squad timing will run into the afternoon, typically last squad is at 1.00pm.

The competition will be 100 targets and telephone booking is essential. You can book on by calling reception on 01234 708893.  

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National Shooting Week

National Shooting Week (NSW) is run by the Countryside Alliance and will take place between 25^th May and 2^nd June 2013. Its main aims are to enable anyone to try shooting for the first time and to promote respect for and understanding of legal firearms and airguns. The event will concentrate on target shooting and not feature live quarry. It is the sixth annual event of its kind with the intention of changing public opinion towards shooting and guns.

Aims of National Shooting Week.

• To enable anyone to try shooting for the first time

• To promote respect for and understanding of legal firearms and airguns

• To provide opportunities to try Olympic and Paralympic disciplines on a nationwide scale

National Shooting Week is organised by the Countryside Alliance. Read more about the Countryside Alliance shooting campaign here

Sporting Targets are pleased to support the event and through out the week will be holding sessions for any one, from 8 years old and above to experiance Clay Pigeon Shooting.

You will join a small group for an hours introduction to clay pigeon shooting, this will include a Safety Briefing and an explanation of how to use a shotgun, you will then be out on the shooting range, under the professional and expert supervision, of one of our Qualified Instructors.

We are open seven days a week and pre booking is essential, call 01234 708893 to reserve your place.

Sporting Targets is one of the largest shooting grounds in the country and is considered to be one of the top shooting schools. Facilities on site include Resturant, Bar and Shop.

If you would like further information then dont hesitate to call or look round our website

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If your looking for a Group Activity, either for a Birthday Party, to Entertain Clients, a Stag Event, or just that special day to remember.

We can cater for all, from 8 years old to eighty and beyond, depending on fitness.

We offer the under eighteens special packages to try their hand at Clay Pigeon Shooting, Archery and Air Rifles for as little as £29.00 per head for an hour and half’s activities, the perfect birthday event.

If your running a business and looking to reward staff, or clients, then we offer all the afore mentioned activities plus our motorised activities, 4×4 off road driving, Quad Biking and Dune Buggies these are subject to a minimum age of 17 years.

Looking for a venue for a Stag or Hen event, choose the activities you want, and have a competitive enjoyable experience that will give you the memories and photographs to remember the day.

What ever you are looking for we can prepare the day to your specifications, we have catering facilities on site as well as a bar. We would welcome your enquiry and providing you with a day to remember, call Tess on 01234 708893 for further information and costing.

All our activities are overseen by our qualified instructors, and all events are carried out in a professional and safe environment. There are plenty of opportunities to take pictures on all the activities and we welcome those who just want to come and watch.

We have been established since 1989 and situated in North Bedfordshire, just North of Bedford on the A6.

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The 682 became almost legendary in status as the competition over and under of choice from Beretta. Following on from their success with the DT11, Beretta turned their attention to the 682, with the aim of developing the next generation of competition over and under. In the Beretta 692 you will discover an extraordinary, thoroughbred competition gun, which will take your performance to another level!

It is the successful mix of tradition and technology, together with the elegant and striking new design, that makes this shotgun absolutely outstanding.  At its core, the gun has three key new features; Steelium Plus Barrels, a wider receiver and the inclusion of the new B FAST system.

Every Beretta barrel has a three part internal geometry; first the chamber, then the forcing cone to bring the barrel diameter down to the final section which will be at the required bore size. The 682, has a conic length (forcing cone) of 65mm. With the DT11 Beretta lengthened this to a huge 480mm! The 692 has a conic length of 360mm, five and a half times longer than the 682! This more gradually decreasing bore section makes for much smoother pressure dynamics inside the barrel and better weight distribution along the barrel. All of which means improved ballistic performance. In plain English we’re talking, far less recoil and barrel raise, higher precision and better patterning! Beretta has always been one of the best barrel manufacturers in the world but by this lengthening of the conic section they have redefined the competition barrel!

Wider Receiver

A competition O/U should above all be evenly balanced, to provide greater stability before and after each shot. By widening the action of the 692 you will achieve better shouldering and faster target acquisition.

BFast

The inclusion of Beretta’s B FAST system, balance and handling is further improved. Space has been created in the bottom of the stock to allow the insertion of, up to 5, 20g metal wads. This enables to shooter to micro adjust the point of balance of the gun.

New Look

The look of the new 692 is very much a-kin to the DT11. A highly polished receiver is embellished with black and gold engraving giving the new gun a stylish and elegant look. Beretta describes it as “one of the most beautiful guns they have ever made.” Whether you agree with that or not, you cannot fail to recognise the improved performance this gun will deliver thanks to the cutting edge design and outstanding technical performance of the ALL NEW 692!

Call the shop on 01234 708893 with your enquiry or if you wish to purchase

See pictures and catalogue below

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Anglia One on the beach at Waxham Sands

The East Anglian Air Ambulance is a 365-day helicopter emergency medical service covering Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk and Suffolk.

We do not receive any direct Government or National Lottery funding and the £6 million we need to raise every year comes directly from charity donations.

A major source of our funding is our own lottery which costs just £1 each week and has a guaranteed jackpot of £1,000, an accumulator prize and 17 smaller cash prizes.

Anglia Two on the helipad at Peterborough Hospital

The charity has grown considerably since its early days when it had just one helicopter flying one day a week.  Now we have our two distinctive yellow helicopters, Anglia One based at Norwich Airport and Anglia Two at Cambridge, both crewed by a doctor and critical care paramedic, and we plan to start night-flying soon.

Supporters sometimes confuse us with other organisations and charities operating in this region but there is only one East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) charity.

On the 22nd May we are holding a fund raising event at Sporting Targets Bedfordshire, a Clay Pigeon Shoot, you do not need to have shot before as full instruction will be given, on the other hand if you are already a shooter, this is the opprtunity to come along and have some fun and raise fund for a good course at the same time.

The cost is £65.00, the ticket includes bacon rolls and two hours of shooting guided by a fully qualified instructor. Price is fully inclusive and includes a £15 donation to the EAAA.

To book, please send cheques, made payable to East Anglian Air Ambulance to:

Hannah Bennett, EAAA, Whitehouse Distribution Centre, Whitehouse Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 5NX

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During National Shooting Week Sporting Targets is offering the opportunity to come and try clay pigeon shooting.

From the 25^th of May to the 2^nd of June, Sporting Targets is offering you the opportunity to come and try your hand at clay pigeon shooting. The all-inclusive price of £20 per person.

You will join a group of up to 6 people, under the watchful eye of our qualified instructors to have the opportunity at shooting at clay targets using a shot-gun.

Your Instructor will offer you guidance to insure that you break as many targets as possible.

Your experience will last up to an hour and you may shoot up to 20 targets.

The minimum age is 8 years old and the minimum height is 4 ft, you should dress for the weather with sensible shoes.

For more information and to book your slot, then please call 01234 708893

www.sportingtargets.co.uk

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