humperdingle

You say you've been recommended side-by-side... On what basis? You may find the wide sight plane of the SBS is a little off-putting if you're used to an O/U. I know I did. As has been mentioned, gun-fit is the most important consideration, but i'd always recommend you fire a few shots at clays if at all possible before buying.

Reducing sleeves: http://gaugemate.com/shopcart/index.php?cPath=22 Obviously subject to some restrictions.

Exactly what this chap says

They're all as bad as each other!

What kind of moderator is on it, mate?

My first gun was a Hatsan Escort. Had a few problems with the quality of finish of woodwork and ended up getting a synthetic one. Worked fine, but i've heard of folk having problems. Like anything, most are OK, but sometimes you get a duffer. 3 Year warranty, though. EDIT: And here is the page for accessories: http://www.hatsan.com.tr/escort_accsessories.asp

The dead carcass generally won't last long. I shot two half grown cubs and left them where they were shot. 3 nights later there was nothing but a pile of loose fur at the location. The nesting pair of local buzzards dealt with them pretty sharpish.

I have a very in-depth PDF document which lists all the different shot sizes / patterns / shot per cartridge etc. Anybody who wants a copy, PM me your email addy and i'll email you it.

What is it? A Winchester?

Can't argue with that a lot..on the skeet I use 24g 9 though! Yeh.

I use 7.5 for clay, although i'll use anything from 7 - 8 28 gram depending on if I can get a good deal. For pigeon / Bunny I use either a 5 or 6 32 gram . Again, tending to buy the cheapest at the time.

Is this gone? I'll take it if it's still available.

Cover the bunny with the muzzle, and it will be bang on. Anything over 20 yards and you can't "Aim" at any particular part of a target that size... The shot pattern will cover the entire animal!

Fancy a swap for a 12g Franchi 48AL semi auto?

Must say i've never taken a crap while out shooting... Always seem able to tighten the sphincter sufficiently! But anyway, a few baby wipes in a zip-seal bag are usually handy to carry about. I use them to clean up after debreasting pigeons etc.