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Rifles: expert reviews, buying guides and advice for every discipline

Choosing the right rifle is one of the most significant decisions a shooter makes. Get it right and it will serve you for decades. Get it wrong and it costs you time, money and frustration in the field.

Rifle Shooter’s rifles section delivers the independent, in-depth reviews and buying advice you need to choose with confidence. Our experienced team of reviewers tests the latest centrefire and rimfire rifles across every discipline – deer stalking, long-range target shooting, foxing, pest control and driven boar – assessing accuracy, build quality, trigger, ergonomics and value.

We cover rifles across every price point, from accessible entry-level options for newcomers to premium builds from the world’s finest makers. Brands tested include Tikka, Sako, Remington, Browning, Blaser, Mauser, Ruger and Weatherby.

Whatever your quarry, your discipline or your budget – the right rifle is here.

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Latest articles
  • Centrefire product reviews

    Sako 90 Finnlight review

    Bruce Potts reviews the new Sako 90 Finnlight. Lightweight, accurate and durable, it’s a superb all-round stalking rifle for British hunters.

    By Bruce Potts
  • Rifles

    Tikka T3x Ace Review

    Tikka’s Ace series of rifles combine a smooth T3x action, precision trigger and a highly adaptable chassis system, making these guns an outstanding choice for competitive and practical shooters. Bru...

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  • Rifles

    CZ Trail in .300 Blackout

    Bruce Potts tries out the CZ Trail, a compact and versatile rifle that blends tactical design with lightweight portability, making it ideal for stalking in tough terrain

    By Rifle Shooter
  • Rifles

    Take it to the limit

    Despite its low velocity and arched trajectory, the .22 LR is more accurate and versatile than you might think. Mark Ripley sees what it can do at long range

    By Rifle Shooter
  • Rifles

    An Icelandic saga

    A relentless search across Iceland’s volcanic landscapes takes Simon K Barr to the ultimate prize – a mature bull reindeer and an unforgettable hunting experience

    By Rifle Shooter
  • Rifles

    Affordable innovation

    ATA, well known for its shotguns, has entered the bolt-action centrefire rifle market with a range of well-designed, cost-effective options. Bruce Potts gives his opinion

    By Rifle Shooter
  • Rifles

    5 of the best stalking rifles

    Bruce Potts recommends five meticulously engineered rifles across a range of budgets, each of which offers unique features for the discerning stalker.

    By Rifle Shooter
  • Rifles

    Precision and safety

    Sven Hughes attended the NRA’s Probationary Course to see how novices are turned into proficient rifle shooters. His initial disbelief transformed into bullseyes

    By Rifle Shooter
  • Hunting

    From field to freezer Part 1

    For any stalker, maintaining food hygiene is paramount. Alex Hatton explains the best practices for processing deer, including bleeding, gralloching and butchering

    By Rifle Shooter
  • Rifles

    Bergara BA13 in .223 TD

    Paul Austin takes a close look at a single-shot takedown break-barrel from Bergara that could well be the ultimate truck gun

    By Rifle Shooter
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