TRADE HIT BY MULTITUDE OF MAJOR MEASURES
The UK gun trade is facing the impact

VIKING ARMS TO MARKET ASE UTRA SOUND MODERATORS IN THE UK
Viking Arms’ sporting division has been appointed as

SPIKA LANDS IN UK
Eastern Sporting has brought leading Australian brand Spika

WILLIAM EVANS ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP APPOINTMENTS
William Evans Ltd has confirmed two senior appointments

LOOKING FORWARD
One of the best parts of editing Gun

THE NEWS IN NUMBERS
25 Years Karl Waktare served as managing director

WILLIAM EVANS ANNOUNCES TWO NEW LEADERSHIP APPOINTMENTS
William Evans has confirmed two senior appointments as

SCOTT COUNTRY CELEBRATES DIAMOND DEALER STATUS AND NEW DUMFRIES HEADQUARTERS
Scott Country International is marking a double milestone,

HOLLAND & HOLLAND BIDS FAREWELL TO CHRIS BIRD AFTER 43 YEARS
Holland & Holland has announced the retirement of

POLOWOOD SHOOTING GROUND SUFFERS £30,000 RAID
Polowood Shooting Ground in Brighton has been hit

NEW PARTNERSHIP LAUNCHED TO PROMOTE RURAL CAREERS
A new partnership has been established to promote

WORLD GUNMAKERS’ EVENING CONFIRMED FOR MAY 2026
The organisers of the World Gunmakers’ Evening have

THE GAME FAIR 2025 BREAKS RECORDS AND RAISES MAJOR FUNDS FOR GUNMAKERS TRUST
This year’s Game Fair, held at Ragley Hall

BASC’S TOP HONOURS AWARDED AT THE GAME FAIR
BASC has recognised the achievements of individuals and organisations from across the shooting community at its annual honours and awards ceremony, held on 26 July at The Game Fair, Ragley Hall.

MOBILE AIRSOFT EXPERIENCE RANGE LAUNCHED FOR UK FESTIVALS
A North Wales entrepreneur has launched a new

VIKING ARMS TO MARKET ASE UTRA SOUND MODERATORS IN THE UK
Viking Arms’ sporting division has been appointed as

AUSTRALIAN GUN SAFE COMPANY LANDS IN UK
Eastern Sporting has brought leading Australian brand Spika to the UK, starting with a full range of gun safes. Tom Walker, manager of Eastern Sporting Trade, is representing Spika as the brand’s UK distributor and believes its modern branding, strong dealer margins and proven quality will resonate with the British trade.

NATIONAL FIREARMS LICENSING SYSTEM SET FOR REPLACEMENT
Police Digital Service (PDS), working in collaboration with

DEFRA’S BIRD FLU POLICY RAISES CONCERNS FOR SHOOTS AND UK RETAILERS
Wiltshire shoot warns of closure as bird flu

IN MEMORY OF PETER POWELL A TRIBUTE BY MARK OSBORNE
It is with great sadness that we note the passing of Peter Powell, whose contribution to the shooting trade has been felt for decades. In recognition of his life and career, we share this tribute from William Powell owner, Mark Osborne.

A LEADING SUPPLIER TO UK SHOOTING AND COUNTRYSIDE RETAILERS
Hampshire -based wholesaler John Rother y has seen a number of changes recently. Gun Trade Insider spoke with managing director Sean O’Driscoll to find out more about what the comapny can of fer UK dealers.

BETTWS HALL SPORTING CLUB
COMPANY INFORMATION: Bettws Hall is a family-run

THE WORSHIPFUL COMPANY OF GUNMAKERS
COMPANY INFORMATION: Incorporated by Royal Charter in

JOHN DICKSON & SON
COMPANY INFORMATION: Founded in 1820, John Dickson

AVALON GUNS LTD
COMPANY INFORMATION: Avalon Guns is a well-established

THE MOST IMPORTANT ASPECT OF GOOD SHOOTING? EYESIGHT!
Clear vision is often overlooked in shooting, yet it can make more difference than any accessory or upgrade. Paul Bradley shares how a visit to a specialist optician transformed his performance on the range.

INSIDE THE NEW FIREARMS LICENSING STATUTORY GUIDANCE
Paul Green, technical director of the Gun Trade Association, explains the latest Statutory Guidance for firearms licensing and assesses what the new rules mean for certificate holders, RFDs and the wider trade.

ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE A.I. CHALLENGE AT EATON HALL?
Join Benelli and the SGC Group for an electrifying new trade-only event at Eaton Hall on the 1 October.

GROWTH VS BRAND MARKETING: PART ONE – UNDERSTANDING THE DIFFERENCE
Every business in the gun trade has the same challenge: where should you put your marketing spend? Do you chase measurable results through growth marketing, or invest in the slower burn of brand? The truth is, both matter. But they’re very different beasts, and if you don’t understand the difference, you risk burning money on the wrong thing, writes Philip Montague.

IWA STRENGTHENS TIES WITH UK TRADE
Gun Trade Insider , together with a delegation from IWA OutdoorClassics including Georg Loichinger, manager of public relations, met with Antony Bill, operations director at Shooting Supplies, at the company’s Bromsgrove retail shop, to learn more about the goals behind the visit, what was discovered and how IWA plans to respond.

THE NEXT GENERATION RIGBY’S RISING STARS SHARE THEIR JOURNEYS INTO THE GUN TRADE
As one of the most prestigious names in British gunmaking, John Rigby & Co. is steeped in history. But behind the heritage is a team that’s just as focused on the future. Gun Trade Insider visited the company to talk to three of its youngest team members- Morgan Thomas, Tom Allen and Kai Burridge - to find out what inspired them to join the industry.

SHOOTING SUPPLIES
FROM MODEST BEGINNINGS TO A LEADING UK RETAILER

PRECISION AND PASSION
Gun Trade Insider talks to Doz Bree, owner and founder of DB Gunstocks UK, a Suffolk-based company that offers air rifle repairs, tuning and restorations

TIKKA T3X ACE TARGET
Tikka’s Ace series of rifles combine a smooth T3x action, precision trigger and a highly adaptable chassis system, making it an outstanding choice for competitive and practical shooters. Bruce Potts has the in-depth details.

INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVE
Gun Trade Insider offers a detailed examination of the latest developments across various international markets.