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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.
Behind the Barrel


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


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


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


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


Gletcher NGT F: A Replica of the Historic Russian Revolver with a Story Worth Telling
We're thrilled to welcome the Gletcher NGT F—a stunning replica of the historic Nagant M1895. A revolver steeped in history!

Vector Air
Jan 17, 20254 min read


2024: Industry Roundup & Staff Picks of the Year
Discover industry insights and our picks of 2024 products

Vector Air
Dec 28, 20247 min read


A Junior Shooter’s Guide to PCP Air Rifles: Starting Them Young
Let’s talk about the future of airgun sports —kids, teens, and young adults

Vector Air
Nov 30, 20245 min read


Understanding Airguns and Airsoft in the UK: Ownership, Purchase, and Use
When it comes to air-powered shooting sports in the UK, it’s essential to understand the distinctions between airguns and airsoft. Both spor

Vector Air
Nov 7, 20244 min read


Embracing the Future – Why the Airgun Community Needs a Mindset Shift
The world of airgunning, steeped in tradition, has always been slower to adopt new technologies compared to other shooting sports.

Vector Air
Nov 7, 20244 min read


Mail-In Cylinder Testing with Cylinder Testing Station
Highlight the importance of cylinder testing services like those offered by Cylinder Testing Station (CTS).

Vector Air
Nov 2, 20243 min read


Why You May Encounter Log-In Errors and How to Navigate Through Them: A Message to Our Valued Members
Recently, many of our valued members have reported log-in errors on our site, leaving you unable to use your accounts as intended.

Vector Air
Oct 30, 20243 min read


Recoil Affects On Scope Setups
Recoil is the backward force that occurs when a firearm is discharged. It is the result of Newton's third law—every action has an equal and

Vector Air
Oct 25, 20244 min read


We Asked an AI: What If Airgun Manufacturers Were Car Brands?
We Asked an AI: What If Airgun Manufacturers Were Car Brands - here is what it came up with

Vector Air
Aug 2, 20246 min read


The Social Media Singularity: How You Can Help in Keeping the Shooting Industry Alive
Our journey started in lockdown amid rising costs. Today, we're a small, respected UK airgun retailer seeking your support.

Vector Air
Oct 13, 20236 min read


Future Classic Airguns?
The Race to Airgun Greatness: Uncovering Tomorrow's Classics Introduction: In the world of airguns, there's a league of extraordinary...

Vector Air
Sep 28, 20235 min read


Dovetail Vs Picatinny Mounts for Airguns: Should manufacturers move to the new standard?
Dovetail Vs Picatinny Mounts for Airguns and should manufacturers move to this new standard?

Vector Air
Apr 15, 20235 min read


Laminate Stocks
Laminate stocks have fast become the go-to material for guns. This impressive material offers amazing rigidity whilst also being...

Vector Air
Dec 6, 20221 min read


Gun Adjustability and why it may not be necessary for you
Adjustable guns and why unless you have a FAC you are waiting your time and money

Vector Air
Dec 2, 20223 min read


Gun Storage & Transportation
How the way your gun is stored and moved can impact performance and reliability. Gun Storage is always a very popular thing amongst the...

Vector Air
Nov 26, 20224 min read


Form Over Function - Should a gun be beautiful or functional?
Beauty is vastly considered in the art world as being the combination of colour, shape and proportion in a way that brings the human mind...

Vector Air
Jul 22, 20223 min read
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