Sponsored Shooters
Alasdair Mustard
Alasdair first fell into practical shooting at an Action Air taster stage in 2012 was immediately hooked and achieved Grand Master by 2017. He shot the AA World Shoot 1 in Hong Kong, was the 2018 British Standard Champion and has been awarded two Presidents Medals. View More Here.
2025 IPSC World Shoot Position:
Falcon Mini Rifle – Standard Division (5th, 84.35%)
Tom Ellaway
Tom started shooting in 1997 at the age of 15. Starting in Gallery rifle, Tom now competes both at home and abroad. He can be found on the Gallery Rifle Circuit and the Practical mini rifle circuit with an eye on representing his country in the near future.
2025 IPSC World Shoot Position:
Battle Arms – Open Division (15th, 82.05%)
Lee Hopgood
Lee began shooting in 1984 as a Skill at Arms Instructor with the Grenadier Guards, later serving as an RSPCA Inspector and firearms lead. Since joining Worcester Norton Shooting Club in 2019, he has become Chief Range Officer, UKPSA National Squad Director, two-time Mini Rifle Senior Champion, and international competitor.
2025 IPSC World Shoot Position:
Falcon Mini Rifle – Senior Open Division (7th, 71.37%) & winner of the Senior Shoot Off
Jim Starley
Jim Starley started shooting at age 7 and received his first FAC at 14. An X-Class Gallery Rifle Shooter and UKPSA member for 20 years, he is a former Master Grade in Practical Shotgun (Standard), representing the UK in Shotgun World Shoot 1, and more recently has focused on Mini Rifle, achieving Grand Master Grade and winning the 2021 UK Championship.
2025 IPSC World Shoot Position:
Battle Arms – Open Division (9th, 85.5%)
Kelvin Leaton
Kelvin Leaton is a relative newcomer, having only started shooting in 2016. However, Kelvin soon found a passion for Mini Rifle and obtained his UKPSA competition licence in 2019. In his first full year of competing Kelvin finished 3rd overall in the UK Championship, achieving a Grand Master Grade. Kelvin now firmly has his sights on the next Mini Rifle World Shoot.
2025 IPSC World Shoot Position:
Battle Arms – Open Division (30th, 77.09%)
RFD
Alex Moreton
MD
Alex runs the day to day operations of the RFD and personally tests every product we sell. He has been shooting various disciplines since the early '90s and has a passion for all shooting sports. He is a GWCT accredited game shot.
Arthur Brooke
Gunroom & Armourer
Arthur manages the daily operations and armoury of the RFD. RO for BRPC. Skilled in CAD design & prototyping. Also a Stalking Guide for St. Clair’s Farm, he enjoys woodworking, metal working and clay pigeon shooting.
Ryan Hutchinson
Operations
Ryan is involved in the everyday operations of the RFD. He is also the Head Coach and Range Officer at Blue Rifle & Pistol Club, as well as a Professional Hunter and Deer Stalking Guide at St. Clair's. He has a soft spot for historic rifles.
Stephen J
Distribution
Stephen supports customers and suppliers in wholesale & distribution for the RFD. He is a Range Officer at Blue Rifle & Pistol Club, and a keen hunter. He is a prolific collector of WW2 Commando Knives and Pistols.
Richard L
Armourer
Rich oversees all of our rifle builds and testing operations for new products. He is a serving armourer in the British Army where he has been responsible for the safety and functionality of equipment since 2012.
Jon Axe
Head Coach
Jon runs all of our training sessions for practical disciplines. He is an avid 3 Gunner and author of the book The 3 Circles which is a must-read for all practical shooters.
Crispin Hilger-Ellis
Lead Designer
Crispin is responsible for all of our graphic design, CAD and 3D modelling. He is a published artist and has worked in a broad range of sectors from healthcare to the music industry. With an affection for vintage arms, black powder is his discipline of choice.
Partners
Spartan Refinishing
Masters of Cerakote and most other firearms finishes; we don't trust anyone else do to our firearms coatings!
Silent Steel
Silent Steel is a Finnish manufacturer known for making high quality moderators. Their products focus on innovative design, practical field maintenance & durability.
Sterling Sporting
Our link to London! Sterling are a small RFD based in West London dealing in new, used and classic firearms as well as ammunition. They have access to all of our stock and can supply all of our product lines locally.
Cotswold Classic Arms
CCA build some of the most epic rifles available in the UK! They use the highest quality parts from brands such as Battle Arms and have decades' worth of experience in the firearms industry.
The Canton Cutler
Handmade in limited numbers, the Canton Cutler Range blends premium steel, durable Micarta, and timeless design. Backed by a lifetime guarantee, each knife offers daily practicality, lasting quality, and custom-level craftsmanship for field users & knife enthusiasts.