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Beginners guide to shooting
The majority of shotgun users are either clay pigeon shooters or game shooters and some will do both. Whichever form of shotgun shooting you are interested in there is some common ground which the beginner ought to know.
Licence
Security
To obtain a Shotgun Certificate you will need to prove to the police that the shotgun will be stored securely. This will normally involve purchasing a steel security cabinet. Prices range from £100 -200 depending on specification. Basically they will expect a steel cabinet of at least 16 swg bolted to the floor and / or wall and secured with 5 lever lock(s).
Lessons
Go to any shoot (Section 11) as a novice and you will be bombarded with advice (mostly well intended) however so much information offered all at once can be confusing. It is worth investing in some lessons with a recognised coach or gun shop that can start you off in the right direction.
For people in Hampshire, Wiltshire come along to the Town and Country Sporting Clay Shoot. Once you have had some tuition / experience you will want to purchase a shotgun and accessories to make the most of your sport.
Shotgun
Either over and under or side by side 12 gauge is the most popular calibre with the over and under being the preferred shotgun for clays. Smaller calibres may be suitable in certain circumstances i.e. Ladies and younger shooters.
Cartridges
Cartridges For clays 71/2 or 8 shot are recommended and for game 6 shot and above.
Hearing & Sight protection
Ear muffs (electronic or passive) should be worn at all times when shooting. Registered clay shoots now require eye protection to be worn.
Maintenance
Always clean your gun after use. This will help keep the gun safe to use and keep its value.
Cases & Covers Gun slips are essential for transporting your gun to and from shooting.
Clean your Shotgun the Napier way.
For fast and effective cleaning of any smooth bore weapon, simply spray the barrels with Napier Gun Cleaner. For particularly stubborn fouling, brush the barrel and chambers with a high density Payne Galway brush. Then simply mop out with a patch of Super Clean wound around a brass jag. Repeat with up to three patches until completely clean and then simply apply a fine film of Napier Gun Oil to either the barrels or patch and mop through, wipe over the exterior of the weapon with Napier Gun Oil to complete the process and to ensure a total corrosion barrier for your gun. Once cleaned handle the gun by holding onto the wooden parts i.e. stock and forend.
Clothing
Made with the shooter in mind there is a range of clothing designed to keep the shooter comfortable in all weathers.
Shooting Organisations
Storage
Basically they will expect a steel cabinet of at least 16 swg bolted to the floor and / or wall and secured with 5 lever lock(s).
Further Information
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