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For years I've been using a knife I forged back in 2020 as my general purpose knife however it was stolen from my tent a few weeks ago. I no longer have access to a forge (and I'm 5 years out of practice at smiting) so cannot make myself another or really afford to pay for a new one to be made...

Hi all, So didn't get any hunting organized in Poland (far too much hassle and was short on time) home now and looking for the opportunity to shoot a decent boar or 2 in Scotland if I can. I would need to use estate rifle with thermal/night vision scope as I only have traditional glass on my...

Hi all, Ive not got anything to taxidermy at the moment but more for future reference. I also have never put anything away for taxidermy so would need to know where to make the cuts etc for this. Who would you recommend to use in Scotland if I did need something taxidermed? Im based in...

Hi all, Planning a wee 4 night trip away with the wife to Gdansk in May 2026, would anyone know of any wild boar highseat/bait shooting places near there or recommendations of guides/outfitters? Is May a good time of year to go or? Not after driven wild boar or deer as I shoot plenty roe/red...

Hi all, Later in 2026 (November) I will be staying up near Braemar for a weekend. I'm keen to organise a day on hinds, does anyone have recommendations? Clearly Invercauld is right there and maybe even worth asking the Fife Arms Hotel as I think they have stalking beats too. Any other...

Evening all! I know this has probably been asked a few times but I'm after a decent smock for stalking/beating that will last. I've torn my one that's meant to be anti-tear, it's on its second season so not impressed... it's a hoggs of fife one. I don't need one that will keep me warm just the...

Hi everyone, I'm currently on the lookout for a 177 CO2 air rifle for small game/vermin control, mainly rabbits. I know there is a hot debate on whether 177 or 22 is better for this but I've decided to settle on a 177. I'm browsing at the moment so if anyone can recommend a decent rifle that's...

Hi there, I’m looking to apply for my first shotgun license, I would appreciate any advice on what type of shotgun would be best suited for a beginner? I will predominately use it for pest control/protection of crops on wood pigeons with the odd plinking now and then. any recommendations on...