New gear

Our monthly pick of the latest kit to come onto the market, to help you get the most from your sport Marocchi SI 12 Aigle Parcours 2 Iso Bronze Schöffel Country’s Ptarmigan Pro

This lightweight and elegant Italianmade semi-auto shotgun is an excellent all-rounder and won’t break the bank. The new SI 12 reloading system has an extremely simple mechanism that should help to minimise maintenance. The barrel is manufactured from St Etienne steel, allowing for an improved shot pattern with a more powerful and precise pellet spread. The gun is available in a variety of barrel lengths. Keep your feet warm as the weather turns cold with these neoprene-lined wellies, which feature a cushion in the outsole to provide maximum comfort. Originally conceived as a walking boot, Aigle says the Iso has been developed to be adaptable to all terrains. Twenty-five years after unveiling its renowned Ptarmigan shooting coat, Schöffel promises the Pro is the most technically advanced garment in the sector. It says that it is worth every penny of the increased price, with its Gore-tex three-layer laminate material offering exceptional weather protection while remaining lightweight and breathable.