A members-only access library of coaching editorials, articles, expert input, comment, analysis and magaziney stuff from the membership and outside our community. Always kept fresh, always topical, this will keep members up to date. And give us all something to talk about next time we meet.

Editorials, personal views/stories, invaluable advice, priceless shooting tips and help from some of the most experienced shooters, as well as world-class competitors. Plus safety issues, regulations, gun fit, stance, eye dominance, etiquette, difficult targets, and much more.

In any month we may be looking at legislation and what's new. Results from around the shoots, or hearing from club shooters, young shots, ladies, families, ground owners etc, to give you up to date views and news on what's happening around shotgun shooting.

Here's a few samplers from the library of shooting articles and Top Shot interviews that TSS members can enjoy in full:

Clay Pigeon shooting is a sport, a skill, perhaps even an art? Like many specialised hobbies or pastimes, it has a certain use of language, which may mystify the outsider. The standard 'clay', [read more] for instance is a saucer shaped disc, around 4.5 inches in diameter, similar to an ashtray perhaps, and was originally made from limestone and pitch, but now days are more likely to be made of a mixture of pitch and chalk. Other sizes are very often seen at shooting grounds such as the 'midi', the 'mini', the battue, and the rabbit. Generally black, but some are painted with different colours to make them easier to see under certain conditions.

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In the United Kingdom, a Shotgun Certificate (SGC) is required to possess a shotgun. These cost £50 and can only be denied if the chief of police in the area believes and can prove that [read more] the applicant poses a real danger to the public, or if the applicant has been convicted of a crime punishable by imprisonment for a term of three years or more (unless they have been acquitted) or if the applicant cannot securely store a shotgun (gun clamps, wire locks and locking gun cabinets are considered secure). /snip/ the full text of this article is only available to members - click here to join now /snip/     [read less]

It was with some trepidation and excitement that I set off on a fine September afternoon to my first evening duck flight shoot. Arriving in good time gave me the opportunity for a chat with some of the seasoned guns to [read more] pick up a few of the all-important tips.

Once fully assembled we were given our 'pegs' (representing the hides we were to sit in) and proceeded to each settle down in our respective camouflaged shooting stations, which were dotted around a large pond. /snip/ the full text of this article is only available to members - click here to join now /snip/     [read less]

Clay pigeon shooting is becoming an increasingly popular sport nowadays, and although it has a very healthy safety record, diligence is required from all concerned. All shooters must consider it their duty to place safety at the top of their list. [read more] Not only should safety be considered constantly, but also changes in conditions, may warrant extra safety precautions, not only to those around you, but also for you. /snip/ the full text of this article is only available to members - click here to join now /snip/     [read less]

Shotguns come in a huge variety of sizes and gauges, from the .22 inch (5.5 mm) rimfire models, right up to the huge 2 inch (5 cm) diameter barrels of punt guns, and in nearly every type of firearm operating mechanism and calibre in between. [read more]

The common use of a shotgun is for shooting small and/or fast moving targets, often airborne, and the spread of the shot pellets allow the shooter to point the shotgun to the target, rather than having to aim. The disadvantages are limited range and shot penetration.

Larger shot sizes, up to the single ball load, will increase penetration, but at a cost of fewer pellets and less chance of hitting the target. /snip/ the full text of this article is only available to members - click here to join now /snip/     [read less]

One of the most fun experiences while hunting is spending time with your hunting dog. Hunting dogs aren't all about business. They are also a great companion with you when you are out stalking your prey. If you [read more] like to go hunting a lot, you should always bring a hunting dog with you so that you don't get lonely.

Unfortunately, it can sometimes be hard to transport hunting dogs to the locations you plan to hunt at. The best way to do it is with hunting dog boxes. These are dog carrier units that can fit in the bed of a truck or can be towed behind a car. This is especially helpful for bigger dogs that take up too much space in the car. This can be a seeing hazard otherwise. In these situations, you should /snip/ the full text of this article is only available to members - click here to join now /snip/     [read less]

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