Fieldsports Journal | Fieldsports Magazine DecemberJanuary 2014
The Fieldsports pheastive issue is everything the discerning fieldsports enthusiast could wish for, wrapped-up into an all-encompassing bundle of unsurpassed quality and originality. It is the perfect winter’s treat for the true sportsman, from the newcomer to the old-hand.
Marcus Janssen visits Rorrington in Shropshire and reflects on the value of great company in the gunbus. Meanwhile, Mike Barnes takes on extreme birds pheasants at Whitfield.
Chris Batha unravels myths and misconceptions surrounding shotgun ballistics, and Simon Ward instructs on shooting tall pheasants, ethically and consistently.
Lord James Percy puts pen to paper on why we must change people's opinions of our sports for the better, James Darvill considers what is wrong with driven shooting and Patrick Tillard ponders over the perfect bag size.
We talk to renowned West Country gamekeeper Brian Mitchell, hear from Anthony Alborough-Tregear of Westley Richards and take a look at the exquisite work of silversmith James Biggins. Your Outstanding Gun nominations are unveiled and we meet the winners of the Really Wild Face of Fieldsports 2014.
Looking back, David S. D. Jones provides a fascinating insight into the gamebirds that were once on the quarry list, whilst returning to the present, we highlight some headline figures from this year's Shoot Benchmarking Survey.
Overseas, Jan Delaporte goes in search of char in Greenland, while Matt Harris recounts a memorable angling experience with steelhead in British Columbia. Closer to home, Michael Wigan is concerned about the salmons' position at the bottom of the Scottish Government's agenda.
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Full of outstanding photography and well-written editorial, Fieldsports magazine is a luxurious read that no game shooting enthusiast should be without. Fieldsports features interviews with prominent craftsmen, gamekeepers and hunters enlightening readers on their interests, providing valuable advice and commenting on how they fell in love with country sports. Fieldsports also offers a comprehensive look at the lifestyle of the country gent, including events to attend, the finest wines to taste and discussions regarding restraint when hunting.
A simply spiffing publication, Fieldsports’ forte lies firmly in game shooting, featuring an extensive focus on the importance of acquiring and understanding the principal behind guns and gundogs. If you are on the lookout for insightful reviews regarding the finest guns, superb fishing gear and excellent places to hunt, you can find all of this and more in Fieldsports magazine. With current affairs and country sports news in every issue, you will always stay-up-to date with a magazine subscription to Fieldsports.
A Fieldsports digital magazine subscription is a must for lovers of game shooting, fishing and hunting, who’ll enjoy:
- Interviews with notable figures in the country sports world
- Advice on what products you need to secure the perfect shot
- Insightful news regarding hunting and fishing around the world
- Recounts of fellow country sportsmen’s days out hunting
- How to turn your game into delicious, mouthwatering dishes
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Articles in this issue
Below is a selection of articles in Fieldsports Journal Fieldsports Magazine DecemberJanuary 2014.