Ok, This is probably going to stir things up, but here goes anyway!!!
I recently attended the IPC Shooting Industry Awards Ceremony in Beaconsfield and have to say that it was a most enjoyable evening, with excellent food, wine and met with some very high profile people.
However, i had sent in my New Shooting product "Stock Aid" to be entered into the "Shooting Accessory" category. Seeing as though i had received a invitation i hoped i might be in with a shout!! but alas i didn't get anywhere..
What really got to me was the winner of this category which was the "FUD Folding Pigeon Decoy"!!!! Which while this is indeed a good product and worthy of a mention i can not see how it was allowed to win??? For example,
1) The product was submitted by GMK one of the two approved importers / wholesalers by FUD
2) It is a foreign product from America
3) Not submitted by the owners
4) Is only a variation on existing products ie any pigeon decoy
So, the winner of this category has the right to use the "IPC Awards Logo" which is fine, so surely then all of us in the UK, Myself, Sportsman Gun Centre (the other approved wholesaler) and every retailer in the country should have the logo to use as well??? or am i just being stupid and very short sighted and lack of understanding???
Don't get me wrong, i am not conceited enough to think that my Stock Aid product should win, although it was very highly praised by Shooting Times!! but at least Stock Aid is all New, Innovative, Excellent Quality, Made here in the UK (Northampton) and is Safety Related!!!
Ok, i am now hiding under my desk awaiting the flack!!! It's been nice knowing you all!!! ha ha ha
Look forward to hearing from all
Phil
Field and Moor
Monday 6 June 2011
Thursday 3 March 2011
Pigeon Shooting
Welcome to another Field and Moor Blog. This time we are bringing you information on some new products and highlighting some existing ones.
So what's new out there?
Jack Pyke have launched a new range of hide poles, made the same as your traditional ones except these have an additional spike and large foot plate making it easier to get into hard ground, also gives better stability on windy days. What an excellent idea, simple and effective. Still has the nylon hook end for attaching your netting and complete with carry bag.
So what's new out there?
Jack Pyke have launched a new range of hide poles, made the same as your traditional ones except these have an additional spike and large foot plate making it easier to get into hard ground, also gives better stability on windy days. What an excellent idea, simple and effective. Still has the nylon hook end for attaching your netting and complete with carry bag.
Next we have the Hypa Flap pigeon decoy, this is possibly the most realistic flighting decoy on the market. Being used in the USA to great acclaim. This is best used on a Whirley / Pigeon Magnet as you get the realistic flighting of the bird coming into land when the bird come head on into the wind. When it as travelling away from the wind, the decoy gives the impression of it floating into the pattern, available in singles or as a pair. Link these with the FUD Decoys and this could be your "Red Letter Day" View the video below which shows them in action.
This next item has been out for a while and am still not sure why more pigeon shooters don't use it. Light weight, easy to carry and doesn't take up much room. It's only downside is you have to have a good hedge row in the back ground. I wonder if they will do a Summer version for shooting over stubble??
Jack Pyke Clearview Hide Net
Last but not least for the time being is the very popular and effective, must have Pigeon Decoy of them all the...FUD Pigeon Decoy. What more can i say that has not already been said? well they do work, i have used them and our local Shefford & District Pigeon Shooting Club tried them to great success, so what more can be said.
Well that's all for now and i will be sure to bring you more products soon. Don't forget all the above and more are available online from Field and Moor.
Look forward to hearing from you.
Phil
Monday 21 February 2011
London 2012 Olympics Shooting time table
Hi all.
Details of the shooting competitions for the 2012 London Olympics are now available.
Shooting takes place at the Olympics between the 28th July & 6th August 2012 at the Royal Artillery Barracks, Woolwich, London. (Still confused as to why it is not at Bisley)
Seating will be in place for around 7,500 by temporary grandstand at each range.
A total of 10 disciplines will be taking place, 7 for Pistols & Rifles and 3 for Shotguns.
Ticket costs will be between £20 & £40
Ticket types will be for the "Finals hall & Ground Pass" which will give spectators access to all events. the "Ground Pass" will not give access to the Rifle & Pistol finals, only the Shotgun.
Tickets will be on sale from 15th March to 26th April.
Should the sessions be over subscribed then the tickets will be allocated on a "Ballot" basis. at least you will not have to rush in early.
For more information on how to apply for tickets and more go to http://www.tickets.london2012.com/
Hope this all helps anyone looking to attend.
Many thanks
Phil
Field and Moor
Details of the shooting competitions for the 2012 London Olympics are now available.
Shooting takes place at the Olympics between the 28th July & 6th August 2012 at the Royal Artillery Barracks, Woolwich, London. (Still confused as to why it is not at Bisley)
Seating will be in place for around 7,500 by temporary grandstand at each range.
A total of 10 disciplines will be taking place, 7 for Pistols & Rifles and 3 for Shotguns.
Ticket costs will be between £20 & £40
Ticket types will be for the "Finals hall & Ground Pass" which will give spectators access to all events. the "Ground Pass" will not give access to the Rifle & Pistol finals, only the Shotgun.
Tickets will be on sale from 15th March to 26th April.
Should the sessions be over subscribed then the tickets will be allocated on a "Ballot" basis. at least you will not have to rush in early.
For more information on how to apply for tickets and more go to http://www.tickets.london2012.com/
Hope this all helps anyone looking to attend.
Many thanks
Phil
Field and Moor
Friday 11 February 2011
Safari Shooting, Africa, New Zealand and More
Over the years i have been fortunate enough to meet many people from all walks of life in the shooting world and over the past few years many of those who go shooting in far off countries such as Africa, New Zealand etc. As i am sure you will all know that these countries are somewhat different to ours especially the climate so having the correct gear is i would imagine essential.
So what is out there to choose from? I have put together some suggestions for you to consider before your next trip.
Boots
Dessert Boots
These boots are from Jack Pyke and are excellent for safari, good colour, light weight, breathable, supportive due to high leg and excellent sole for long walking over rough terrain.
Waistcoat
Safari Waistcoat
A very useful item to wear, lots of pockets for all essential items. Hard wearing 100% Cotton Canvas Teflon Treated. sleeveless for added comfort. Sizes Small - 3XL
Trousers
Safari Trousers
Made from the same 100% Cotton Canvas as the waistcoat, Teflon treated for additional hard wearing. front back and leg pockets and a small "D" ring for attaching a water bottle. Available in sizes from Small to 3XL
Shorts
Safari Shorts
To finish of the attire is the Shorts, ideal for very hot climates, Hard wearing 100% Canvass Teflon treated. As with the trousers, lots of pockets to keep all about you including a small "D" ring for attaching a water bottle.
The above are also available in Burnt Olive colour.
Hope you find this useful and consideration for your next trip abroad and please fell free to pass these details on to friends
We look forward to hearing from you.
Phil
Field and Moor
So what is out there to choose from? I have put together some suggestions for you to consider before your next trip.
Boots
Dessert Boots
These boots are from Jack Pyke and are excellent for safari, good colour, light weight, breathable, supportive due to high leg and excellent sole for long walking over rough terrain.
Waistcoat
Safari Waistcoat
A very useful item to wear, lots of pockets for all essential items. Hard wearing 100% Cotton Canvas Teflon Treated. sleeveless for added comfort. Sizes Small - 3XL
Trousers
Safari Trousers
Made from the same 100% Cotton Canvas as the waistcoat, Teflon treated for additional hard wearing. front back and leg pockets and a small "D" ring for attaching a water bottle. Available in sizes from Small to 3XL
Shorts
Safari Shorts
To finish of the attire is the Shorts, ideal for very hot climates, Hard wearing 100% Canvass Teflon treated. As with the trousers, lots of pockets to keep all about you including a small "D" ring for attaching a water bottle.
The above are also available in Burnt Olive colour.
Hope you find this useful and consideration for your next trip abroad and please fell free to pass these details on to friends
We look forward to hearing from you.
Phil
Field and Moor
Shotgun Renewalls
Recently in the news there has been talk of how your local Police Firearms team are changing the way they conduct renewals for Shotgun Certificates.
Bedfordshire Police in particular and other forces have been criticised for not doing home visits for renewals. I have recently had my renewal come through, without any problems i might add and in good time, i did however have the phone call from them to discuss my application, security, any illnesses etc, which took approximately 10 - 15 minutes, so i have to ask how much longer would the officer have been had they done a home visit?? after all he would have only asked the same questions and then done a visual check on security.
As i am sure the police are aware that legitimate gun holders are NOT likely to say or do anything that will jepordise their licence, so why do they need to waste time, money (which they have little of) driving around making visits.
Another side of this is that Bedforshire Firearms team is moving from the headquarters in Bedford to Hertfordshire Police headquarters, now with this move and the cost of fuel etc are they, other than for first applications, going to be able to afford the time and costs involved driving greater distances to do what can be done over the phone??
I think as long as your circumstances have not change then this is fine, however if you are moving address and especially to another county then yes they should do a home visit.
Interesting times ahead.
Phil
Field and Moor
Bedfordshire Police in particular and other forces have been criticised for not doing home visits for renewals. I have recently had my renewal come through, without any problems i might add and in good time, i did however have the phone call from them to discuss my application, security, any illnesses etc, which took approximately 10 - 15 minutes, so i have to ask how much longer would the officer have been had they done a home visit?? after all he would have only asked the same questions and then done a visual check on security.
As i am sure the police are aware that legitimate gun holders are NOT likely to say or do anything that will jepordise their licence, so why do they need to waste time, money (which they have little of) driving around making visits.
Another side of this is that Bedforshire Firearms team is moving from the headquarters in Bedford to Hertfordshire Police headquarters, now with this move and the cost of fuel etc are they, other than for first applications, going to be able to afford the time and costs involved driving greater distances to do what can be done over the phone??
I think as long as your circumstances have not change then this is fine, however if you are moving address and especially to another county then yes they should do a home visit.
Interesting times ahead.
Phil
Field and Moor
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