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Airgun Extra Podcast

Airgun Extra

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Frequency: 1 episode/31d. Total Eps: 19

Hosted by Mat Manning and Rich Saunders, The Airgun Extra Podcast features expert advice, gun and ammo reviews and guest interviews to make you a better airgun shooter. From hunting and fieldcraft to field target shooting, the club range and backyard plinking, we aim to keep you fully informed on the modern airgun scene, while also sharing a few nostalgic reflections for lovers or vintage airguns and traditional shooting.

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https://angliatackleandgun.co.uk/
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https://www.airgunextra.com/
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https://shootingshow.co.uk/
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swUfQpyP3Tw
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#001 - Rifle Airgun Pellet Review, Squirrel Hunting, Thermal Spotters, Rat Shooting & The British Shooting Show

Thursday, January 16, 2025 • Duration 55:29

Mat Manning and Rich Saunders are joined by Eric Irish who has big news about the Crackshot prize draw, and the three shooters discuss what they are looking forward to most about the British Shooting Show - including the launch of a new Raystate airgun.

Mat and Rich have been testing Rifle airgun pellets and slugs from ihunter.co.uk, and share their accuracy findings after a session on the range. They also have some top tips for using peanut feeders to shoot more grey squirrels and offer useful pointers for shooters looking to buy a low-price thermal spotter.

Crackshet Airgun Centre and Ranges: https://crackshot.uk/

Anglia Tackle and Gun: https://angliatackleandgun.co.uk/

iHunter: https://ihunter.co.uk/

Hunter Rifle pellet discount code: Rifle10

Airgun Extra website: https://www.airgunextra.com/

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#002 - Gear Roundup, Daystate Blackwolf, Theoben Rapid, Hunting Tactics & More…

Thursday, February 27, 2025 • Duration 57:38

Mat Manning and Rich Saunders talk all things airgun. This Airgun Extra Podcast includes a

roundup of gear from The British Shooting Show, including the very special Theoben Rapid

Ben Taylor edition, as well as hunting essentials, stalking tactics, grey squirrel shooting and

the question of what makes a good or bad airgun.

The two hunters also share their first impressions on the new Daystate Blackwolf airgun and

reveal plans for a competition to win a shooting trip with Rich Saunders.

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#003 Long-Range Shooting With Sub-12, Barrel Cleaning, Silencer Review & More…

Friday, March 28, 2025 • Duration 01:05:26

Mat Manning and Rich Saunders talk all things airgun. This Airgun Extra Podcast includes

conversation on long range airgun shooting, barrel cleaning, airgun charging and shooting

technique. We also have silencers from Eaglevisioncam on test and Peter Jones from the

Shooting and Hunting Academy drops in to tell us about the Airgun Proficiency Course.

WIN A TWO-DAY SHOOTING TRIP WITH RICH SAUNDERS!

for info on how to enter the draw for a chance to win.

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572498338606

SPONSORED BY:

Crackshot Airgun Centre and Ranges: https://shorturl.at/rSchG

Anglia Tackle and Gun: https://angliatackleandgun.co.uk/

Anglia Tackle and Gun 5% discount code: airgunextra

Airgun Proficiency Course (APC): https://www.shootingandhuntingacademy.co.uk/

Airgun Proficiency Course (APC) 10% discount code: AIRGUNEXTRA10

Eaglevisioncam silencers and accessories: https://eaglevisioncam.com/

Eaglevisioncam discount code: airgunextra15

The Great British Shooting Show: https://shootingshow.co.uk/

Airgun Proficiency Course (APC):

https://www.shootingandhuntingacademy.co.uk/course/airgun-training-course

#004 - Rifle airgun pellet test, rabbit and pigeon shooting and more...

Friday, April 25, 2025 • Duration 01:02:30

Mat Manning and Rich Saunders talk all things airgun. This Airgun Extra Podcast includes a review of Rifle airgun pellets from iHunter, advice on rabbit, squirrel and pigeon shooting and information on silencers. Mat and Rich even try to choose their favourite type of airgun hunting.WIN A TWO-DAY SHOOTING TRIP WITH RICH SAUNDERS!Follow us on the Airgun Extra Facebook page – link below – and check out the relevant post for info on how to enter the draw for a chance to win.https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...SPONSORED BY:Crackshot Airgun Centre and Ranges: https://shorturl.at/rSchGAnglia Tackle and Gun: https://angliatackleandgun.co.uk/Anglia Tackle and Gun 5% discount code: airgunextraAirgun Proficiency Course (APC): https://www.shootingandhuntingacademy...Airgun Proficiency Course (APC) 10% discount code: AIRGUNEXTRA10The Great British Shooting Show: https://shootingshow.co.uk/Airgun Proficiency Course (APC): Follow us on Facebook and check out our website for airgun reviews and hunting articles:

#005 - New Hikmicro Alex 4K Lite, Buying a Cheap Airgun, Awesome Experience Days, Gun Cleaning & More...

Season 1 · Episode 5

Saturday, May 24, 2025 • Duration 58:03

In this Airgun Extra Podcast, Mat Manning and Rich Saunders take a first look at the Hikmicro Alpex 4K Lite digital rifle scope and share insights on hide shooting and buying a cheap airgun.

The podcast also includes a look at some awesome gun cleaning fluid from Pro Ferrum - which promises to clean and protect your airgun better than any oil.

We are even joined by special guest Tony Belas for a chat about the forthcoming Daystate and BRK Brocock experience days.

USEFUL LINKS:

Crackshot Airgun Centre and Ranges: https://shorturl.at/rSchG

Anglia Tackle and Gun: https://angliatackleandgun.co.uk/

Anglia Tackle and Gun 5% discount code: airgunextra

Pro Ferrum Gun Care Fluid: https://proferrumfluid.com/

Pro Ferrum free UK P&P discount code: Airfr33pp

Daystate / BRK Brocock Experience Days: https://daystate.com/experience-day-2025/

Airgun Proficiency Course (APC):

https://www.shootingandhuntingacademy.co.uk/course/airgun-training-course

Airgun Proficiency Course (APC) 10% discount code: AIRGUNEXTRA10

The Great British Shooting Show: https://shootingshow.co.uk/

https://www.airgunextra.com/

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#006 - Hunting at Night, High-Power Airguns, Scope Mounting Solutions & More...

Thursday, June 19, 2025 • Duration 58:03

In this Airgun Extra Podcast Mat Manning and Rich Saunders talk about high power air rifles and consider whether it's worth making the move to FAC rated hunting hardware.

We catch up with Eric Irish from Crackshot, airgun centre and ranges, who offers a great solution for family friendly wet weather holiday activities - airgun shooting.

Rich gives us an update on his two days with our competition winner, which included range shooting, lots of hunting plus a night of curry and beer.

The conversation also includes why you need a chronograph and why we still work the graveyard shift to go hunting at night in the summer. We even offer some advice on how to get into the airgun media industry, and tackle the subject of the inevitable trolls you will encounter along the way.

USEFUL LINKS:

Crackshot Airgun Centre and Ranges: https://shorturl.at/rSchG

Anglia Tackle and Gun: https://angliatackleandgun.co.uk/

Anglia Tackle and Gun 5% discount code: airgunextra

Eaglevisioncam:https://eaglevisioncam.com/

Eaglevisioncam scope mount and accessory 15% discount code: airgunextra15

Pro Ferrum Gun Care Fluid: https://proferrumfluid.com/

Pro Ferrum free UK P&P discount code: Airfr33pp

Airgun Proficiency Course (APC) 10% discount code: AIRGUNEXTRA10

The Great British Shooting Show: https://shootingshow.co.uk/

https://www.airgunextra.com/

#007 - Owl Attack, Swimming Pool Pest Control & Hollow Point Ammo

Thursday, July 17, 2025 • Duration 01:00:52

In this Airgun Extra Podcast Mat Manning and Rich Saunders reflect on their recent hunting trips with tales including being attacked by an owl and shooting from the comfort of a swimming pool.

We also report on a recent test looking at the accuracy and expansion of Rifle EVO HP Field hollow point airgun pellets and try some of the best targets for airgun shooting.

The conversation also includes how to choose between a traditional telescopic sight and a digital day and night scope, whether you can still use old pellets and what to do with the things you shoot.

USEFUL LINKS:

Crackshot Airgun Centre and Ranges: https://shorturl.at/rSchG Anglia Tackle and Gun: https://angliatackleandgun.co.uk/

Anglia Tackle and Gun 5% discount code: airgunextra

iHunter: https://ihunter.co.uk/

Tom’s Targets: https://www.tomstargets.co.uk/

#008 - Rabbit & Rat Shooting, Best Night Vision Scopes & Make Money From Old Ammo

Thursday, August 14, 2025 • Duration 57:04

In this Airgun Extra Podcast Mat Manning and Rich Saunders reflect on recent rat and squirrel shooting trips as well as forays hunting rabbits for the pot.

Rich also talks about his review of the JTS Brawn bullpup airgun and Mat gives on update on his long-term test of the Hikmicre Alrex 4K Lite digital day and night scope. After discussing some of the latest airgun gear on the market, Rich and Mat then share some of their favourite old kit that they wouldn't be without.

There are some controversial subjects in the Q&A section, including general licences and | posting content that could be harmful to our sport. We even have some tips on how to make money by recycling your old ammunition.

USEFUL LINKS:

Crackshet Airgun Centre and Ranges: https://shorturl.at/rSchG

Anglia Tackle and Gun: https://angliatackleandgun.co.uk/

Anglia Tackle and Gun 5% discount code: airsunextra

Airgun Proficiency Course (APC):

https://www.shootingandhuntingacademv.co.uk/course/airgun-training-course

Airgun Proficiency Course (APC) 10% discount code: AIRGUNEXTRA10

The Great British Shooting Show: https://shootingshow.co.uk/

The Shooting Party: https://www.shootingpartv.uk/

https://www.airgunextra.com/

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#009 - Hunting Ghost Stories, .25 calibre at Sub-12, Taipan Veteran and much more…

Season 9 · Episode 9

Thursday, September 11, 2025 • Duration 58:30

In this Airgun Extra Podcast Mat Manning and Rich Saunders tackle the subject of getting scared when hunting alone at night and share some shooting ghost stories, including tales of haunted woods, being chased by evil spirits and inexplicable creepy after-dark happenings.

Mat and Rich also talk about rat shooting and grey squirrel control, how to store shot game and the effectiveness of .25 calibre ammo at sub-12ft/lb power levels.

The conversion also covers the Taipan Veteran Il bullpup PCP and cheap essential accessories to improve your hunting success.

USEFUL LINKS:

Crackshot Airgun Centre and Ranges: https://shorturl.at/rSchG

Anglia Tackle and Gun: https://angliatackleandgun.co.uk/

Anglia Tackle and Gun 5% discount code: airaunextra

Airgun Proficiency Course (APC):

https://www.shootingandhuntingacademy.co.uk/course/airgun-training-course

Airgun Proficiency Course (APC) 10% discount code: AIRGUNEXTRA10

The Great British Shooting Show: https://shootingshow.co.uk/

Jack Pyke Game Bag: https://www.jackpyke.co.uk/

Bean Bag Shooting Cushion: https://crackshot.online/?s=cushion

See the full Taipan Veteran review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aRha46INOKg

https://www.airgunextra.

#010 - Theoben & RAW Airguns, Night Vision Feral Pigeon Shooting & Winter hunting

Thursday, October 23, 2025 • Duration 57:43

In this Airgun Extra Podcast Mat Manning and Rich Saunders are joined by James Head from Crackshot airgun centre to talk hunting, target shooting and RAW / Theoben airguns.

Mat and Rich also talk about rat shooting and grey squirrel control, winter hunting, feral pigeon shooting law and hollow point ammo. The conversion also covers the BSA Buccaneer Pro and RAW HM1000 Micro Hunter airguns.

USEFUL LINKS:

Crackshot Airgun Centre and Ranges: https://shorturl.at/rSchG

Anglia Tackle and Gun: https://angliatackleandgun.co.uk/

Anglia Tackle and Gun 5% discount code: airgunextra

Airgun Proficiency Course (APC):

https://www.shootingandhuntingacademy.co.uk/course/airgun-training-course

Airgun Proficiency Course (APC) 10% discount code: AIRGUNEXTRA10

The Great British Shooting Show: https://buytickets.at/bss/1599085/r/aexbss26

See the full BSA Buccaneer Pro review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swUfQpyP3Tw

RAW / Theoben, airguns UK: https://www.rapidairworx.co.uk/

https://www.airgunextra.com/