Bell Target Shooting

Bell Target Air Rifles

Bell target shooting is a fantastic and rewarding sport, and at Solware, we have everything you need to get started or enhance your experience! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced shooter, we offer a top-quality selection of air rifles, targets, and accessories to help you hit the mark.

Our Air Arms MPR 10 Meter Precision Air Rifle is a top choice for serious competitors, delivering exceptional accuracy and performance. For those looking for an affordable yet high-quality option, the GunPower Edge 10m Bell Target Rifle is perfect for both training and competition.

Bell Target 6ft lb low power Air Rifles

We also stock precision bell targets, ensuring you get the satisfying "ding" with every perfect shot. Plus, our pellets, sights, and shooting accessories are hand-picked to optimize your experience.

Shop at Solware today and get fully equipped for your next bell target shooting event. Order now and take your shooting to the next level!

Bell Target Shooting, the classic pub sport that’s seeing a modern resurgence.

What is Bell Target Shooting?

Bell Target is a traditional air rifle discipline that dates back to the late 19th century. Originally played in the back rooms of UK pubs, it was a way for workers to practice marksmanship in a social setting.

The Equipment

• The Rifle: Historically, shooters used heavy steel "service" rifles. Today, most use precision .177 caliber air rifles with "diopter" (iron) sights.

• The Pellets: Flat-headed "wadcutter" pellets are preferred as they leave clean marks and are less likely to ricochet off the steel plate.

The Setup

• The Distance: The distance is strictly 6 yards (5.5 meters).

• The Target: A large steel plate (the "faceplate") with a small hole in the dead center.

• The Hole: Usually only 3/8 of an inch (approx. 9.5mm) in diameter—barely wider than the pellet itself!

• The Bell: A physical bell is mounted behind that center hole.

How It Works: The "Ding"

The beauty of the sport is its simplicity and immediate feedback.

1. The Shot: The shooter fires from a standing, unsupported position.

2. The Hit: If the pellet is perfectly aimed, it passes through the tiny hole.

3. The Sound: The pellet strikes the bell, letting out a loud "ding" that can be heard across the room.

4. The Score: A "bell-ringer" scores the maximum points (usually 5 or 5.1). If you hit the faceplate, your score is determined by how close the lead mark is to the center.

Why It’s Unique

• The Social Aspect: It remains one of the few shooting sports designed to be played indoors, often in community hubs, making it very inclusive.

• Extreme Precision: Because the distance is so short, there is zero margin for error. Even a heartbeat or a slight tremor will cause the pellet to splash against the steel faceplate rather than ringing the bell.

• The "Clean" Sport: Modern targets often use a thin layer of white oil paint or "target fat" on the faceplate. After each shooter, the lead marks are wiped away, providing a fresh "clean" surface for the next person.

Why Try It?

• Low Cost: You don’t need a massive 100-yard range or expensive optics.

• Skill Builder: It is the ultimate test of trigger control and breathing. If you can ring the bell consistently at 6 yards, your accuracy at longer distances will improve dramatically.

• History: You are participating in a piece of living history that helped shape the British airgun scene.

Does this breakdown help, or were you looking for more specific details on the scoring or league rules?