Outstanding!!!!!! - Rated 
Novice and experienced hunters would do well to read this book. In my opinion it is HIGHLY INFORMATIVE, EXTREMELY COMPREHENSIVE and a must for anyone interested in this subject. I cannot rate this book too highly.
short on facts - Rated 
This was my first book on the subject and I have to say I was a bit disappointed. The author is a regular magazine contributor - and it shows. It's written in a blokey, chatty style that is rich in opinion but short on solid information. The first sections are, in fairness quite detailed and technical though information is not presented in a logical fashion. The later sections of the book are there just to add bulk - recipes and nature notes. I am sure that someone new to the sport, looking to improve their technique and learn more about the equipment could find a better source of information.
Up to Date Information - Rated
This book is essential for the serious Airgun hunter. The author is completely up to the minute with what is new in the airgun world and believe me rifles in particular have changed so much in the last few years. This gun helps you to choose the correct rifle for your needs and also the correct ammunition. I personally think that this can be very important, particularly as there are now restrictions on the power of the rifle.
There will always be the perennial debate regarding .177 or .22 and it is basically down to the individual which one you go for, or if you are a serious shooter with plenty of money you will probably go for both. For hunting I personally think .22 is the better calibre, but you can put up a good case for either.
The author gives the reader an insight into everything he needs to know about; What type of telescopic sight, when firearms certificates are required. The different type of quarry to go for and where to find them and most important of all the law regarding airgun weapons and how to stay within the law.
All in all an excellent and interesting read for anyone seriously interested in air weapons
The Complete Reference Book - Rated
Total Airguns by Pete Wadeson is an excellent one stop book. If you want to know how to hunt with an air rifle this book deals thorougly with every aspect of the sport and many aspects you hadn't even considered. It covers gun choice and handling, ammo, finding a shoot, the various quarrys, fieldcraft, accesorries, gun maintenance, food preparation and probably every other topic associated with air rifle hunting. Pete is right up to date with his knowledge of modern air rifles, equipment, cammo gear, etc, and crucial issues such as safety and the law are dealt with in the kind of clear language it is often difficult to elicit from members of our somewhat taciturn shooting faternity. In fact he cuts through most popular opinion with the kind of straight talking based on knowledge and experience that we should respect. This is a great reference book for dipping in and out of, is very readable and informative. My only criticism is that there should be more pictures, and all the pictures should be in colour, (come on publishers), more drawings and diagrams, eg; for hide building, gun cleaning and treatment of meat in the recipe section. Yes, the book could be longer! But all in all the most comprehensive, up to date, well written book currently available on the subject.
Great Book - Rated
This books seems to cover everything, I recommend this book highly.
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