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Introduction to Deer StalkingAnyone who has visited the shop will soon realise that all of us here at Simpson Brothers are avid deer stalkers. We are often asked how to get involved in this somewhat secretive world so have put some links together to help guide those wanting to start stalking themselves. Most people start stalking after being invite..

Being a gun shop we are often one of the first ports of call for people just starting out on their shooting journey. There is a lot to know and we often advise on a lot more than what gun to buy! Experienced shooters too come to us for help – be it with licencing issues, advice on further training or where to try new shooting disciplines.We often p..

It is important to have a cleaning routine to keep your shotgun looking it's best. A properly cleaned and stored shotgun shouldn't rust and the barrels won't get pitted. Not only does this keep the gun looking good, but it helps it maintain it's value. Pitting will eventually cause weaknesses in the barrel walls and would ultimately render it unsaf..

If you are completely new to thermal and night vision then this is the blog for you! The world of digital scopes and spotters is fast moving with a wide variety of options. We have broken down the main differences here to help you make an informed decision. Night Vision or Thermal?Night vision uses image intensification technology, but with an adde..

This is a subject that always causes some debate at the shop. Some customers clean their rifle after every outing, others have never cleaned theirs. We thought we would shed some light on the matter, and hopefully save a few rifles in the process! General CareWe frequently see rifles that have had their usable life shortened dramatically by lack of..

Continuing from our previous blog on shotgun cartridges we now explore shotgun chokes. Choking can be quite tricky to understand but a very useful tool to help you get the most out of your shotgun and cartridges. Chokes Choking is dictated by the thickness of the barrel at the muzzle. This constriction affects the pellets when they are leaving the ..

We take great pleasure in helping new shooters at the start of their shooting journey, and two of the main questions we are asked are “what are the differences in cartridge loads” and “how does choking work”  We decided they would make good topics to share on here too.In this blog we are offering some great advice and useful tips on cartridges and ..

To most keen stalkers the Viper-Flex Styx need little introduction. But, to those who don’t know, they are a brand of four-legged “quad” shooting sticks which enable you to shoot securely from not only a standing position but sitting or kneeling. Quad sticks are a definite game changer for UK stalkers – they have certainly helped with lowland fallo..

With the recent launch of our new website, we will be using the site to improve communication with our incredibly loyal customers and invite also new customers to become part of our community. Every month we will be publishing a blogpost with lots of exciting news and helpful advice. If you would like to be one of the first to receive these regular..