beardy_bradderz

Surely they will be into magnum proof pressures, as I know 1600 fps is getting close to the max for standard 2 3/4" proof at 28 grams, leaving a reasonable margin for error. This is why I believe you don't see such loads as you describe available factory loaded, under CIP rules they would have to be in a 3" case even though they are 28g. Brad

About 6 weeks for my grant in 2003, and 4 weeks for renewal in 2008 in Lincolnshire. Not too bad considering they have about 18,000 certificate holders to deal with. Brad

Good victory, one of the first 'silly' stories I have ever heard from Lincolnshire though. We are a very rural county, with the 2nd highest number of SGC/FAC holders per population I think (after Devon and Cornwall). I've never heard of anyone having any hassle before when out shooting. Still, goes to show the justice system does work most of the time :blink: Brad

6.5s, 28g of them and travelling at 1600fps , amazing stuff. Sounds overkill to some I know, but try them and see, choke up a bit aswell for the best patterns. If you can see it you can hit it! Not for the recoil phobic among us though. Brad P.S. BTW I am refering to Hull Sovereign FITASCs

Hideously expensive because they are imported from the US . Transporting heavy explosive cargo (albeit low grade explosives) across the world ain't cheap. Hence why virtually all brands of cart on sale in the UK (with the exception of Rottweil and Rio) are made in the UK. Brad

Bows aren't firearms, so are not subject to any of the laws on permission or public places.etc, as far as I am aware. Brad

Been 12 ft lbs since 1969 (Dangerous Air Weapons Rules 1969). The only UK made gun in those days that could get close to the limit was the good old BSA Airsporter. Brad

Before 1939 if its a MUZZLE LOADER. If its cartridge firing, and in a calibre still made and not on the 'obsolete calibre' list eg. 12 bore, 20 bore.etc, it requires an SGC no matter how old it is. And remember, muzzle loaders that are pre 1939 and are off ticket are NOT allowed to be fired. They have to be added to an SGC if you want to fire them. Brad

As far as I am aware, you have to have been resident for a total of 5 years in the UK before you can apply for an SGC or FAC. Brad

Bought some Express Supreme Comp 28g 7.5 the other day. Got a good deal on them (£49 for 250). They kick a bit but WOW! Hit noticeably more clays using these than usual. Less lead was required as they are fast. They also look nice too, nearly half the length of the case is brass! Usually use Express HV 24g, but the performance of these supreme comps is noticeably better. A slightly bruised shoulder was well worth it Brad

I have a Geltek pad fitted on my 30" Silver Pigeon IV (used exclusively for clays at the moment), and 150+ carts can easily be fired wthout any significant shoulder beating occuring using 24g cartridges. Some people would probably be fine with 28g though, as I am very thin! Brad

24 definitely. Get some fantastic long breaks with Lyalvale Express 24g HVs Brad

About 4 weeks from Lincolnshire

16

I think most of the stuff reguarding chokes making much difference (on clays at least) is a load of bull. Tried an interesting experiment a couple of weeks ago. Was at the clayground having a shoot with the ground owner, and he'd set up a high tower 60m away (measured) to throw crossers. This is a LONG way, longer than you're likely to ever shoot most sporting or DTL targets at. My Beretta 687 had 1/4 and 1/2 chokes in it, and I was managing to hit these 60m crossing targets, even with the 1/4 choked barrel, with just 24g of 7.5s. The ground owner was also managing to hit them, with 1/2 choke in a Beretta semi and 24g of STEEL shot! Now I've seen this, I really do think that anything more than 1/4 choke just makes things harder on clays most of the time.

Sold to CROWBLIND

Baikal 27 12b O/U, made in 2001, bought 'new' in 2004 for £350. In fair condition but fully working and reliable. Some big dents in stock, and toplever and surrounding area a bit messy due to accidental damage. 28" barrels, auto safety, has ejectors that can be turned off, and is choked at 1/2 and Full. Single trigger. Rubber recoil pad fitted. 3" chambers, but they are NOT magnum proof, only standard proof (90MPa), so 2 3/4" carts max in reality. Gun weighs a tad over 7 lbs. Has fired about 5000 cartridges. Looking for £80. Free gunslip worth £20 thrown in aswell! SGC holders only. Would prefer buyer to collect. I live about 5 miles south of Lincoln. Pictures:

As a dental student, I read some of the posts on this thread in horror! I think there are a few misconceptions that need explaining to people about teeth and dentistry: Tooth decay, gum disease, pain and losing teeth are NOT inevitable in most cases. Tooth decay and gum disease can be almost entirely be prevented by avoiding sugary foods and snacking too often, brushing twice a day and flossing, and not smoking. Visiting a dentist every 6 months or so is very important. Early stages of tooth decay are asymptomatic ie. there is no pain, but are often clear to the dentist upon examination and x rays if necessary. Early gum disease can also be asymptomatic but is easily spotted by a dentist. The dentist also checks your mouth for signs of other serious diseases, such as oral cancer during a check up. The purpose of fillings is to remove the decay from a tooth at an early stage (often when there is no pain), to prevent the decay spreading further inside the tooth and inflaming the pulp (nerve). The decayed tooth tissue removed by drilling and is replaced by a filling material (amalgam or 'white' usually) to seal the tooth up and prevent the decay from reoccuring in the same place. The function of the tooth is also restored. It can be hard to pinpoint where the source of toothache is coming from inside your mouth. A tooth that feels like its hurting can often really not be affected, and the tooth next to it can be the source of the problem. Constant burning pains from a tooth mean the pulp (nerve) is irreversably inflamed, and either needs removing and the space filling (root canal treatment) or needs extracting. There are no other long term options. Extracting a tooth is seen as a last resort by dentists, especially if root canal treatment is possible on the affected tooth. It is simply not ethical nor considered in the patient's best interests to extract a tooth just because it sometimes hurts a bit and has a large filling in it. This is like amputating a finger because it has a cut on it. Unless the nerve is irreversably inflamed, or gum disease has caused severe bone loss around the tooth making it wobbly, extraction is not an option. Every tooth extracted is one step closer towards the patient requiring dentures. Dentures are NOT something you want. You can only bite down with 1/10th of the force of real teeth wearing a pair of dentures for a start, plus speech and comfort are significant challenges. Brad

Now Sold

pics added

New lowered price Brad

yes it is Brad

For sale: Webley and Scott 810 Semi Auto 12b, bought end of 2006, in very good condition. Comes with hardcase, set of chokes, and proof certificate. 2+1 Capacity (section 2), 28" barrel, walnut stock, multichoke. Cycles reliably with anything 28g and upwards. 3" magnum and high performance steel proofed. Has fired about 500 cartridges. Price is £220 SGC holders only. Would prefer the buyer to collect (live 5 miles from Lincoln), but am willing to have it posted to RFD of buyer's choice for extra charge. Brad Pictures:

As taken from Home Office Guidance document, Chapter 2 Page 7: iii) Shot gun cartridges A shot gun certificate is not required to possess or acquire shot gun cartridges containing five or more shot, none of which exceeds .36 inch in diameter. All ordinary shot cartridges are covered by this description. However, a shot gun certificate(or firearm certificate authorising possession of a section 1 shot gun) is normally required to purchase shot gun cartridges. All single bulleted ammunition, for example solid slug, spherical ball or projectiles for birdscaring equipment, is subject to the requirement for a firearm certificate. Brad

The fact I'm built like a pencil probably doesn't help, plus the fact my Baikal is a bit of a bone shaker!