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Vector Air Blog
This isn’t just a blog. It’s where proper guidance, no-nonsense advice, and the occasional opinionated rant come together.
Below you’ll find our featured posts—the ones that tend to get shared, bookmarked, and actually read. After that, dive into the full blog where you can filter by category or just keep scrolling to see everything we’ve got.
From practical how-tos to Behind the Barrel deep dives, it’s all here. No fluff, no filler—just the kind of content we’d want to read ourselves.
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Shipping & Deliveries - Buying Airguns & Restricted Items Online
Buy airguns and restricted items legally online. Learn about VCRA rules, home delivery, RFD transfers, and ID checks with Vector Air's UK-compliant guide.

Vector Air
May 6, 20223 min read


“My Airgun Is Leaking!” (It Probably Isn’t)
Filled your air rifle to 300 Bar, checked it the next morning, and suddenly it reads 250 Bar? Before declaring a mysterious leak, you might want to blame physics instead. Temperature changes during filling can temporarily inflate pressure readings. As the air cools, the pressure naturally drops. Here’s why Gay-Lussac’s Law and Charles’s Law are responsible for many of the “leaks” shooters think they’ve discovered.

Vector Air
2 hours ago5 min read


February Staff Picks: Post-BSS 2026 - What We Loved After the Chaos
After three days at BSS 2026, the dust has settled, the stand is packed away, and our team has had a chance to digest everything we handled, shot, and demoed. From thermal optics that vanish off the shelf to a brand-new EPIC VISION rifle that impressed even the skeptics, here are the products our team couldn’t stop raving about—and why you should be paying attention too.

Vector Air
Feb 263 min read


British Shooting Show 2026: What You Might Have Missed - Safe Bets, Surprise Wins & What It Really Means
Fewer big launches. More safe updates. Compressors everywhere. The official end of the Walther Reign M2. And one genuine platform debut in the form of the EPIC VISION. Here’s what BSS 2026 revealed about where the industry is heading and who is actually pushing it forward.

Vector Air
Feb 195 min read


The British Shooting Show 2026: The Honest Insider Breakdown
Record-breaking attendance? Maybe. Record-breaking sales? Not quite. From Valentine’s weekend timing to ownership changes and exhibitor concerns, here’s the honest insider view of how the British Shooting Show 2026 really went—and what it could mean for 2027.

Vector Air
Feb 182 min read


And the Winner Is… 🎉
We’ve drawn our first-ever giveaway winner from entries at the British Shooting Show, in-store, and online. Could it be you next time? Read on to see who scooped the prize and get ready for more chances to win exclusive airguns and kits in upcoming giveaways!

Vector Air
Feb 172 min read


British Shooting Show Week: What to Expect - Temporary Changes to Opening Hours & Order Processing
Next week our opening hours and order processing will change while we attend the British Shooting Show. The shop will be closed on select days, online orders won’t be processed, and Click & Collect is strongly advised before then. If you’re planning a visit, now’s the time. Here’s everything you need to know to avoid surprises.

Vector Air
Feb 34 min read


Steel Cylinder Supply Update: What’s Going On and What It Means for You
Steel airgun cylinders are currently facing a global supply shortage, and what’s in stock now may be the last for a while. With only a handful of manufacturers supplying multiple brands, the knock-on effects could be widespread. Our supplier expects stock to return around March, but here’s what you need to know before you panic-buy—or don’t.

Vector Air
Feb 33 min read


January Staff Picks: A New Wave of Staff Picks and a Slight Shift in Reality
A new year, a new wave of Staff Picks, and a noticeable shift in how shooters are spending their money. Budget options are booming, premium still matters, and value has never been more important. From the AP900 and Walther Reign M2 to BuckRail’s BuckChrony and the Lyra S, here’s how 2026 is shaping up so far.

Vector Air
Jan 293 min read


Vector Air Named Top 10 Global Partner for Vector Optics
Vector Air has just been named one of the top 10 partners worldwide for Vector Optics! From humble beginnings as a three-person team to becoming the main UK importer, we’ve helped test, launch, and sell some of the most popular scopes in the country. To celebrate, get 20% off Vector Optics products with code PARTNER, plus £15 off mounts.

Vector Air
Jan 273 min read


Welcome to 2026 (Please Keep Your Wallets Inside the Ride)
2026 is already shaping up to be a year of cautious spending, smarter choices, and budget options punching well above their weight. With buying habits shifting, show season stress kicking in, new brands landing, and our kits evolving into value-driven Packages, here’s a look at what’s changing and why it matters.

Vector Air
Jan 223 min read


JTS .177 Pellets Have Landed. About Time. Here is a whistle-stop tour of what we have found.
JTS .177 pellets have finally landed in the UK and we’ve taken a proper look before the testing spreadsheets come out. From head size and weight consistency to hardness, coatings and pellet profile, these aren’t just rebranded mystery tins. Are they the next must-try pellet for sub-12 shooters or just another contender? The verdict now moves to the range.

Vector Air
Jan 104 min read


2025 Year-End Roundup: Staff Picks for Product of the Year
2025 has been a wild ride: five years in, highs, lows, chaos, and some seriously impressive guns. From the HW100X and Taipan Slash to the best-selling AP900 and VIXEN 2, our team has picked the products that wowed them this year. Even Julie got involved. Check out the nominees, vote for your favourite, and see which gun will be crowned Product of the Year.

Vector Air
Dec 30, 20253 min read


December Staff Picks, The Final One Before We All Disappear
The final Staff Picks of the year are here and the bar was high. From the return of a legendary ultra compact scope to smart field gear, refined PCP rifles and future ready optics, December delivered properly. These are the products our team would spend their own money on before the year wraps up. One of them might just be your next upgrade.

Vector Air
Dec 26, 20253 min read


Christmas Opening Hours, Cut Off Dates and Other Festive Realities
It is officially the season of last-minute panic buying, so here are our Christmas opening hours and delivery cut-off dates in plain English. Gun delivery deadlines, final shipping dates, opening hours and when we are very much closed are all covered. Read this before trusting a courier, planning an RFD transfer or turning up on Christmas Eve expecting miracles.

Vector Air
Dec 13, 20253 min read


November Staff Picks, Featuring Chaos, Panic and Questionable Life Choices
This month’s Staff Picks are late and the office is held together with caffeine and emotional damage, but the products are worth it. From the record-breaking AP900 to the brand new PR900 Gen 3 and Weihrauch’s latest PCP, the team has picked the gear they would actually spend their own cash on. Chaos aside, you might find your next must-have rifle in this list.

Vector Air
Nov 29, 20254 min read


Mountain Shooting Is Here. Yes, Even If Your Nearest Peak Is a Speed Bump
Think you know every shooting style out there? Think again. A new genre is creeping into the UK and it is about to tempt you into buying yet another rifle. Mountain Shooting is lightweight, rugged and built for real terrain, even if your “peak” is a molehill. Curious why shooters everywhere are jumping on this trend? You might be next.

Vector Air
Nov 27, 20254 min read


Weihrauch HW100X Launch Edition has arrived (well, almost)
The Weihrauch HW100X Launch Edition is here—a modern take on a classic. With a lighter aluminium cylinder, ultra-efficient regulator, up to ~210 shots per fill, adjustable laminate Sporter stock, Picatinny + M-LOK rails, ambidextrous safety, and fitted moderator, it blends classic handling with modern features. Limited pre-orders are open now—only 10 per calibre, with 25% off Vector Optics scopes.

Vector Air
Nov 14, 20254 min read


October Staff Picks — tactical, flashy & very buyable
This month leans tactical and stylish. Apologies to the wood purists and old-school target shooters — October’s got a bit more show than somber walnut. Still, there’s a useful mix here: night vision, classic swirl moderators, mag-fed fun, and a practical optic combo that just works. Read on.

Vector Air
Oct 30, 20253 min read


Air Rifle Essentials - Planning to own an airgun correctly?: Tools, Equipment, and a Dose of Reality
Owning an air rifle is more like owning a sports car than buying a toaster. It needs care, the right tools, and a bit of common sense. If you’re ready to look after your gun (and not be the one who tries to rely on warranty), here’s the practical kit list — with direct links and exactly why each item matters.

Vector Air
Sep 30, 20255 min read


September Staff Picks: Swedes, Scopes and SPA
September’s staff picks showcase the diversity in our hands-on testing: Swedish precision rifles, tactical yet affordable scopes, high-tech thermal imaging, and approachable pistols for all ages. Old favourites meet new tricks—sometimes it’s refinement, sometimes it’s just fun—but all have passed the Vector Air test of usability, reliability, and genuine enthusiasm.

Vector Air
Sep 25, 20253 min read


The complete guide to buying optics for sub-16J airguns — clear, practical, no nonsense
Quick Guide on choosing your scope for your setup. Managing your expectations and pointing you in the right direction.

Vector Air
Sep 23, 20256 min read


Bell Target Shooting: The Pub Sport With a Bang - Growing in Popularity Once More
Forget darts — pubs are once again echoing with the ding of Bell Target Shooting. This isn’t new, but a resurgence of a once-forgotten pastime where shooters at 6 yards test skill, patience, and maybe their pint-holding balance. With roots going back over a century, it’s making a quiet but determined comeback. Curious why Britain’s oldest pub sport is ringing again? Read on for our whistle-stop history, rules outline, and buyer's guide

Vector Air
Sep 20, 20254 min read


Airgun cylinder test dates — clearing the air (and our policy on fills)
We’ve cleared up the confusion around cylinder test dates by going straight to MDE, the UK’s leading supplier. The rule is simple: with an MDE Jubilee M25 valve, you’re on a 5-year hydro cycle (no 2.5-year inspection). We’ll only fill 300 BAR, in-date, safe, certified tanks—no out-of-test, no DIY jobs, no dodgy gear. Safety first, because we’ve already seen what happens when corners get cut.

Vector Air
Sep 11, 20253 min read
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