This test gun is not our usual fare, being an intriguing Edwin Chamberlain back-action, seven-pin sidelock ejector side-by-side made circa 1900 (somewhere between 1896 and 1904 from the proof marks). It comes to these pages courtesy of veteran dealer Victor Chapman of Marks Tey, Essex. The featured gun has 30in…
When you have Christmas visitors a hamper is ideal. You can dip into their depths for a treat or use them to take the strain out of having guests. Luxury hampers suit both cheese and wine buffs as well as those with a sweet tooth. Stuck for gifts? Take a…
Venison-shank ragu with tomatoes and rosemary With fresh, sweet tomatoes, fragrant rosemary and a generous amount of red wine, this venison ragu makes a truly delightful feast. Serves 4. Ingredients 2 tbsp rapeseed oil 1.5kg venison shanks or 800g stewing venison 1 red onion, peeled and finely diced 1 large…
The right load In preparing for a day in the field, the age-old question of what cartridge to use will invariably arise. An inquisitive new shot, unsure of their choices, may inadvertently initiate a spirited discourse between guns and beaters alike asking what cartridges should be used and when. To…
As the season proceeds partridge leg meat can become tough. Confit is the perfect solution as slow cooking in fat makes the meat tender and intensify in flavour. This useful recipe is one to know about when you need to cook partridge legs later on in the season. The meat…
Apple and gin sorbet Ingredients 2 or 3 limes, zest and juice 100g (approx) caster sugar 100ml water 750ml apple juice 150ml chilled gin, Method Add the zest of 2 limes, 100g of caster sugar and the water to a small saucepan. Place on a medium heat and, stirring often,…
The Christmas shopping panic can cease. Ditch the stress this festive season with our pick of sporting presents for the sporting man. The Field’s Christmas Gift Guide For The Sporting Man RUDHAM NEHRU GILET FARLOWS A versatile addition to any wardrobe, in the field or in town. ♦ Price £400…
Pheasant massaman curry Curry paste 1 tbsp cumin seeds 1 tbsp coriander seeds 5 cloves 1 tbsp ground cinnamon 1 tbsp ground cardamom seeds ½ tsp chilli flakes 150g peeled shallots, roughly chopped 4 cloves of garlic, peeled 1 stick of lemongrass, peeled and roughly chopped 20g peeled galangal or…
Under £30 Pleasant Pheasants tea towel GWCT, £7.50 All set to hit the drying-up with this 100% cotton design. Wooden door sign Little Hero, £10 Hand-painted for added ‘distress’ to keep siblings at bay. Horse and hounds place mat Sophie April Mann, £14 These smart heat-resistant and corked-backed mats…
Sacred Organic sloes macerated for more than two years with an extra juniper shot added before bottling. £38.85 Sacred Spirits Foxdenton Paler and drier than many sloe gins and bursting with plummy sweetness. £29.50 Foxdenton Estate Shots & Company Luxurious gin in an eye-catching and elegant, refillable shotgun cartridge-shaped bottle.…
