The Scottish Shooting Weekend - Bird Hunting at the Phoines Estate

Published on December 24, 2023
Duration: 28:22

This video details a Scottish shooting weekend at Phoines Estate, showcasing various bird hunting scenarios from duck flights at dusk to walked-up shooting and driven pheasants. It highlights the performance of William Powell shotguns, including the Princeps 12-bore, Phoenix 28-gauge, and Viscount 20-bore side-by-side, emphasizing gun fit, gauge selection, and the overall sporting experience. The content stresses the importance of the 'occasion'—fine guns, good company, and excellent food—as crucial elements for a perfect shooting trip.

Quick Summary

A perfect shooting trip combines the right situation (location, weather, quarry) with the ideal occasion (atmosphere, fine guns, food, community). This Scottish weekend at Phoines Estate featured William Powell shotguns like the 12-bore Princeps, 28-gauge Phoenix, and 20-bore Viscount in various hunting scenarios.

Chapters

  1. 00:00The Recipe for a Perfect Shooting Trip
  2. 01:40Duck Flight at Phoines Estate
  3. 03:25Duck Hunting Action
  4. 06:32Walked-Up Shooting in the Highlands
  5. 07:22Testing the William Powell Phoenix 28-Gauge
  6. 08:48Woodcock and Pheasant Flushes
  7. 10:04Pheasant Shooting Performance
  8. 12:41Technical Review of the Phoenix
  9. 14:05Transition to Driven Shooting
  10. 16:0220-Bore Side-by-Side Experience
  11. 18:17Conclusion and Community

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes a perfect shooting trip according to TGS Outdoors?

A perfect shooting trip is a blend of two crucial elements: the situation, which includes the location, weather, and quarry, and the occasion, encompassing the atmosphere, fine guns, excellent food, and good company.

Which William Powell shotguns were featured in the Scottish shooting weekend?

The video showcased the William Powell Princeps 12-bore for duck flight, the William Powell Phoenix 28-gauge for walked-up shooting, and the William Powell Viscount 20-bore side-by-side for driven pheasants.

What are the benefits of using a 28-gauge shotgun for walked-up hunting?

A 28-gauge shotgun like the William Powell Phoenix offers a nimble and effective platform for walked-up hunting. It requires precise gun mount and speed regulation but is well-suited for flushing birds like woodcock and pheasants.

How does the Phoines Estate contribute to the shooting experience?

Phoines Estate in Scotland provides a stunning and challenging landscape for bird hunting. Its varied terrain and game populations offer diverse shooting opportunities, from duck flights to driven birds, enhancing the overall sporting weekend.

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