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The best steel shot cartridges for UK shooters
With the potential ban on lead ammunition looming, shooters will have to start shopping for alternative lead-free cartridges as soon as possible. Many big cartridge companies have begun to produce steel shot models in preparation for a future without lead.
With the potential ban on lead ammunition looming, shooters will have to start shopping for alternative lead-free cartridges as soon as possible. Many big cartridge companies have begun to produce steel shot models in preparation for a future without lead.
Here are some of the most proven and popular steel shot cartridges on the UK market right now, that you can start to think about trying out for yourself…
Hull Steel Game Extra - High Performance Steel
Load weights: 28gm or 32gm
Gauge: 12
Shot sizes: 3, 4, 5 or 6
Wad material: Plastic
Price: 250 cartridges for £123
Quarry: Duck or Goose
Although the Steel Game Extra is
The HSE proposes a complete phasing out of lead ammunition
Both clay and game lead ammunition will be completely banned from being sold and used before the year 2025, large-calibre hunting bullets will be completely banned from use before the year 2025, and small-calibre hunting bullets will be completely banned from use with a transition period of 5 years, a ban on lead bullets for target shooting, unless a shooting range has been specially licensed.
It’s been just over a year since MP George Eustice (the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) requested an assessment from the Health and Safety Executive, investigating the health and environmental effects of the use of lead ammunition. Late last week, the HSE released its report and proposals for the future of lead ammunition in the UK - with drastic changes that could threaten the survival of our industry.
The GTA (Gun Trade Association) is taking action - encouraging as many supporters as possible to offer a ‘unified voice’ as they put together a counterargument in defence of
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We're bringing you this review today in conjunction with Alpha Militaria and ZEISS, two exceptionally renowned and knowledgeable companies within the shooting industry.
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