About Natty Catty Bands

Natty Catty Bands was built from real shooting experience — not theory.

Trusted by shooters across the UK through eBay and direct orders.

I’m Phil Gaunt, and I’ve been shooting for a few years now. Like most people starting out, I went through the phase of thinking heavier bands meant better performance. After about 12 months of trial and error — and advice from more experienced shooters — I realised something important: heavier bands were actually hurting my accuracy.

A lot of what I was using at the time was better suited to larger ammo like 9.5mm steel, not the 8mm setups I was shooting. That mismatch made consistency harder and slowed my progress.

Switching to lighter, more efficient band and ammo setups completely changed everything.

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How It Started

I began selling by using up the band material I’d already bought — material I’d learned was too heavy for my own setup, but still perfectly usable for shooters running heavier ammo.

That’s where Natty Catty Bands started — not as a business plan, but as a way to make use of what I had and help others at the same time.

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My Setup

Everything I recommend is based on what I actually shoot and test.

I still regularly shoot different ammo sizes, including 8mm and 9.5mm, so I can understand what works best for different setups and customers.

My personal setup is built for consistency and control:

• Target Assassin frame

• 0.5 latex bands

• 18–12 taper

• 7mm steel ammo

• ~150mm active length

This setup gives a balance of speed, accuracy, and repeatability — which is what matters most in real shooting.

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Why Lighter Bands Work

One of the biggest mistakes new shooters make is going too heavy.

Heavier bands might feel more powerful, but they often:

• Reduce control

• Increase fatigue

• Make consistent anchoring harder

Lighter, properly matched bands:

• Draw smoother

• Improve accuracy

• Allow better shot control

• Are easier to shoot consistently over time

It’s not about maximum power — it’s about usable performance.

Matching your bands to your ammo is key. A setup that’s too heavy for your ammo will never perform as well as a balanced one.

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Built from Experience

Everything I make and sell is based on real-world use — not guesswork.

My focus is on:

• Matching bands to the right ammo

• Improving consistency and accuracy

• Helping shooters avoid common mistakes

From taper choice to material selection, it’s all designed with performance in mind.

Competition & Community Experience

I’ve been active within the slingshot community, including an 80-minute feature on the Sling Den YouTube channel where I discussed setups, shooting, and experience within the sport.

I’ve also taken part in competitions where I’ve picked up placements and first-place trophies.

That experience has reinforced what matters most — consistency, control, and setups that perform under pressure — not just on paper.

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Why Natty Catty Bands Exists

As I got deeper into the hobby, it became clear there’s a gap in the slingshot world.

There isn’t really a central place where people can:

• Find reliable band setups

• Learn what actually works

• Get consistent, well-made gear

• Access clear, simple help guides

Natty Catty Bands is my step towards building that.

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More Than Just Bands

This isn’t just about selling products.

It’s about:

• Helping people improve their shooting

• Sharing real knowledge from experience

• Promoting safe and responsible shooting

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Looking Forward

Natty Catty Bands is growing into a hub for shooters — whether you’re just starting out or refining your setup.

More guides, setups, and resources will continue to be added — so keep checking back.