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Back in the 19th century, wellingtons, gumboots, galoshes or rain boots, (perhaps better known as wellies!), were very popular when out hunting and shooting. Today, they are often seen being wor … read more

Both shooting and stalking can be challenging enough for many - even when fully equipped with the right attire! But, when wearing incorrect or ill-fitting clothing or footwear, there is a likelihoo … read more

Wearing the right gear (especially a shooting jacket and a pair of shooting trousers) when out and about in the field is vital for your comfort and safety! Buying the perfect shooting and stalking cl … read more

This guide discusses the following: - History and Duties of the Gamekeeper - The National Gamekeeper Organisation (NGO) - Gamekeeper Attire (shoot days and day-to-day)History of Gamekeeping … read more

Stalking is a term used to describe the hunting and shooting of deer. The principal reasons deer stalking takes place are:  Control of deer and other species population Land maintenance e.g … read more

Investing a small amount of time waxing your walking boots will mean a BIG pay off in the long-run. Keeping boots waxed will save money and time - not to mention keeping your feet wa … read more

Hoggs of Fife Albany Tweed Collection (Now discontinued replaced with the Hoggs of Fife Roslin Tweed Jacket) Quality  tweed jackets and accessories for ladies can be difficult to … read more

Do you like wearing waxed jackets and looking for a new one ready for the Autumn? It’s always difficult to know exactly what to choose when buying a new waxed jacket!Finding a waxed jacket that n … read more

We all know that game shooting can be tough on your shooting clothing – and especially your shooting jacket! Well, this year, you might think that ‘enough is enough’, and you might decide that … read more

Wellies are often considered essential footwear for anybody working outside or for those enjoying the outdoor environment. Interestingly, wellington boots have gone through many design chan … read more

With so many different style and brands of shooting jackets available, deciding which Hoggs of Fife shooting jacket to purchase can in fact be quite time consuming, simply because there is so much … read more

Whether you’re looking for a tweed outfit for your next shooting event, or perhaps a tweed set for wearing about the town, the soft green tweed of our Caledonia collection, from Hoggs of … read more

Wearing the correct game shooting gear and having the right equipment is essential if you are to enjoy all of your shooting events with comfort. Having the proper ‘kit’ can also help to ensure that … read more

New for this Autumn, we have a fantastic collection of Tree Deep camouflage patterns, which are definitely worthy of consideration! Whether out deer  stalking, duck shooting, hunting o … read more

Quality, durability and a touch of style are often the key considerations when buying a new women’s shooting jacket. Your personal preference may be to have a jacket that’s made from quali … read more

Whether you are new to ‘beating’ or well versed with the sport, managing tough terrain can always be difficult. Brambles and thorns can cause havoc and sometimes ruin the whole day! Beating i … read more

What is Teflon and why has my clothing been coated in this fabric protector?Many modern outdoor clothing and outdoor equipment products are coated with Teflon. This begs the question: “What … read more

No matter what your deer stalking preferences may be, whether it be roe, red deer or Highland stags, having the right equipment with you is essential to ensure success and, indeed, your saf … read more

With so much publicity about the shooting industry and with so many regulations and codes of practice that need to be followed, it’s often useful to just make sense of it all! In order to protect … read more

Some might say that that fieldsport is all about shooting but whilst this may be the case, the term ‘fieldsports’ does include so many other sports too! Basically, ‘Fieldsports’ can be defined as … read more

During the shooting season your leather shooting boots work very hard for you, so the way in which you clean, maintain and store them is vital to ensure longevity. It’s all about ensuring you get rea … read more

Section 1: Sole Unit When out shooting, dog walking, working or walking, you may find that walking boots or shooting boots are not really suitable due to the tough, rough terrain you are c … read more

Wellies FAQBelow are a list of questions that we are asked on a regular basis about our wellies, either in-store or over the telephone.1. Where is it considered ‘acceptable’ to wear wellies?2. My well … read more

Shooting is a wide term that relates to the shooting of game birds, clay, or target shooting. According to the British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC) over a million people in t … read more