The Lead Phase Out

This video discusses the BASC's (The British Association for Shooting and Conservation) call for a voluntary transition away from lead shot and single-use plastic in shotgun ammunition for live quarry shooting. Dan Reynolds from BASC explains the rationale behind this move, driven by European regulations and environmental concerns, and outlines a five-year transition period. The discussion covers the potential impacts on the game shooting industry, the viability and cost of alternatives like steel shot, and the ongoing challenges related to general licenses and conservation efforts. The overall aim is to ensure the long-term sustainability and social relevance of shooting sports.

This video discusses the recent announcement by the National Game Dealers Association to commit to lead-free supply chains from August 1, 2022, effectively ending the sale of lead-shot game. It explores the implications for shooters, cartridge manufacturers, and the future of game shooting, highlighting the development of alternative ammunition like steel, bismuth, and tungsten. Experts provide insights into the technical aspects of using steel shot, including CIP regulations and potential impacts on older firearms, while emphasizing the need for adaptation rather than resistance.

This video discusses the challenges faced during the recent waterfowl hunting season, including COVID-19 lockdowns, increased public access to hunting grounds, and bird flu outbreaks. It also delves into the performance and potential of various non-toxic shot materials, comparing traditional steel shot with newer alternatives like bismuth, tungsten, zinc, and tin alloys. The conversation highlights the evolution of steel shot technology and explores the future of non-toxic ammunition in hunting.

This video details a classic British driven partridge and pheasant shoot hosted by Paul Childerley at Beckerings Park. It showcases the performance of the Beretta SL3 and Krieghoff K-20 Parcours shotguns in 20-bore, utilizing Hull Cartridge Ultimate Twenty ammunition. The content highlights the social aspects of driven shooting, including the traditional 'elevenses' break, and concludes with mallard flighting, emphasizing the use of bismuth shot for environmental compliance.

This video details a driven duck hunt in Germany, highlighting differences from British traditions. It covers specific quarry, ammunition requirements (non-toxic shot), and crucial shooting techniques like dynamic footwork and 360-degree awareness. The experience also involved unique elements like shooting ground game and navigating challenging boat transfers to hunting islands, emphasizing the need for adaptability and adherence to local hunting protocols.

This video explains the transition from lead to steel shot in shotgun ammunition, driven by environmental concerns and waterfowl population decline. It details the technical differences in density and performance between lead and steel, emphasizing the need for modern shotguns rated for steel shot due to its hardness and potential to damage older barrels and chokes. The speaker, a firearms instructor, highlights the importance of appropriate shotgun chambers (3.5-inch recommended for dedicated duck hunters) and higher velocities required for steel shot to achieve comparable energy to lead.

This guide details the operation of a classic American side-by-side shotgun, focusing on safe loading, firing at clay targets, and post-shot procedures. It emphasizes proper firearm handling and technique, as demonstrated by a high-authority instructor. The video showcases proficient clay shooting and safe gun manipulation on an outdoor range.

This video demonstrates advanced techniques for driven pheasant shooting, emphasizing the 'big swing' required for high-flying birds. Expert Jonny Carter showcases proper lead, follow-through, and rapid target transitions in a traditional UK game shooting environment. The footage highlights the precision and skill needed for successful wing shooting at distance.

This guide details techniques for indoor clay pigeon shooting, as demonstrated by a professional shooting sports content creator at the MSZU facility. It emphasizes safe firearm handling, fluid shotgun mounting, and accurate target lead/follow-through for breaking clay targets. The unique indoor environment of MSZU, featuring specialized acoustic walls and clay trap systems, is highlighted.

This video demonstrates advanced one-handed shooting techniques with an over-under shotgun, as showcased by Jonny Carter at Downlands. The expert-level instruction highlights maintaining balance and control during recoil, fluid reloading of a break-action firearm, and successful engagement of aerial targets. It emphasizes high dexterity and familiarity with the shotgun platform.