stuartyboy

These types of comments do shooting and pest control no favours. Remember this is a public forum

Just watched it and read some of the comments. I must be missing something, I thought it was load of ****

I've got an old Leica range finder and have often 'pinged' crows at over 100 yards. It's difficult but totally possible. Would never contemplate lifting a gun to them. Even if they where 50 yards closer. Too much respect for them and not enough respect for my shooting skills

Thanks for your input guys. Will take onboard your input and have a think

No requirement to be secured if it's a section 2 shotgun barrel but good practice. However, if it's hidden away from the cabinet in theory you have increased security as in the event of the cabinet being compromised, they don't have access to a full working gun. However, as always. If in any doubt about something that may jeopardise your certificate, check with your licensing branch and don't fully trust advice from a forum.

Just wondering if anyone has experience of caravan storage, how much it costs, things to look out for etc. Would ideally be indoors

It's good to get children involved and help them to understand the ways of the countryside but in my opinion, he's way to young and small in stature to be shooting , even a 410. That picture to me looks unsafe. If he really wants to shoot a gun, what about a single barrel 9mm like the Chiappa squirrel. Very light and no recoil

I've always sold rifle then applied for a variation for what I needed. Only ever has taken 2 weeks to come back at the most. My licensing force preferred that way of doing it as it was easier for them. Or you could keep rifle, apply for a variation for an additional rifle, and if you can provide good reason, have the 2 rifles. Means you won't be without while waiting for variation to come through.

Spot on. Bottom line is that we all owe the utmost respect to any living creature that we kill, whether for food, sport or control. That means taking safe shots within the limits of your abilities and the gun and cartridge used, to minimise the chance of something being wounded and not dispatched. To me, 80 or 90 yards is way beyond the capabilities of a shotgun to ensure a good chance of a clean kill consistently. Anyone who says they can consistently kill at that range clearly can't estimate the actual distance. Or are lying. Leave the long distant shots for targets

I used the LEI moderator and it was very good and slimline. Expensive though. The Sak was excellent too tho and much cheaper

Aye cos I'm sure you're a big ride 🙄

Sure you will find them ideal. I've only used the clay loads but find them perfect for me.

I've shot thousands and never experienced any misfire or had any issue at all. That's the first I've heard of any problems. And to be honest, find it hard to believe that any brand of cartridge would have 'at least one misfire per 100 cartridges'? For what it's worth, I like them. Reasonable price, they go bang every time and sometimes the clays I shoot break, often they don't. But that's down to me . I've also used their subsonic shells in a sound moderated gun, and they are good. I could be wrong but think they are Italian made and again would need to double check but an ounce load in a typical clay cartridge is about £180 per k. Or thereabouts

Stewards enquiry! Diver One guessed correctly 😆 Sorry akka Hopefully A1 will give you both a prize each

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What you need to consider is of how much value the gun is. You mention its Japanese built which would more than likely be a cheaper gun. Likely a well engineered and built gun, but one that is likely to be in the region of hundreds of pounds rather than thousands. You have to consider the cost of getting a cabinet, cost of applying and renewing your license every 5 years, any doctor reports etc that may be an added cost. Then all the time and hassle involved with this. And it is time and it is hassle. What im trying to say is, if it has genuine sentimental value and/or you are likely to use it and it brings you joy when you use it. Go ahead and apply. Otherwise, forget it and look at other options whether deactivation or gifting to a friend who has a certificate to care for it. Or even sell it with your dads blessing and use the money to buy something else that you would find beneficial. Otherwise it may prove to be more hassle than its worth. If you do intend to apply, it may prove useful to have a use for it rather than just a desire for sentimental reasons. Join a clay ground or some other kind of shooting. Good luck anyway

As said, no one here can tell you. They can offer advice based on experience or opinion but its down to your licensing branch. I would apply and see how you get on. Another option is to have the gun deactivated and therefore exempt from licensing. However, that obviously depends on the value of the gun and how much that value will depreciate by deactivating it, and also if you ever actually intend to use it. Best of luck anyway Edited to say that obviously the gun can be stored with a friend who has a certificate or with an RFD indefinitely until you get a certificate granted. Just gives you more options, however I would still apply. There's no fee if you get refused.

20p per clay at Continental Shooting Supplies

Reluctantly considering selling my Orkney Coastliner boat. Its great condition. Comes with a brand new 6hp Mariner outboard and a brand new 3.5hp Mariner outboard. Good trailer. New tyres. Load of extras, some unused. Based near Glasgow and looking for around the 3100 mark. Can offer pictures and loads more information to anyone whos interested. Thank you

If its not currently subject to licensing laws you could have it posted to your home. Obviously if the seller agrees. Then you can add it to your own certificate and notify the police accordingly. Obviously the way you suggested works exactly the same though the RFD may charge. Thats my understanding of it, however if in doubt. Double check with your licensing department

Thanks again guys for your input. It is appreciated. Im in central Scotland and yes, it would be great if I could try some out before spending a good bit of cash. Really looking for the kind of maximum ranges that you can see squirrels, foxes, deer, etc from? Ideally, if the Pulsar XM 30 could detect fox or deer out to 600 or 700 yards(and squirrels to half that range) that would be great but not sure if thats too optimistic

The op added more info regarding the persons possible mental condition after i posted my last reply. However, I maintain that folk nowadays are too keen to run to the authorities when the first thought should be try and resolve the situation first before potentially wasting others time. Obviously if its something serious, contact the police as your first resort

Just think instead of running to the police, its worth trying to speak to the person first hand if thats possible. They may be reasonable. They may not. If they're reasonable and listen to sense, jobs a good un. If they are unreasonable and continue with bad driving, then go to the police who likely will be stretched as it is and either wont have time or inclination to investigate. And if they do investigate, it will be the complainants word against the driver. Unless other folk are willing to put in corroborating statements. And if its just one persons word against anothers, the police can only really advise the driver to screw the heid. Which, in that case, you would be as well speaking to the driver yourself. Yes, we're all duty bound and more importantly, morally bound to report wrong doing but sometimes common sense needs to be applied to try and resolve a situation first before wasting police time. Then if that fails, call the police.

Does nobody talk anymore? If there is an issue, surely the first thing you would do is speak to them and point out their driving is causing concern for you and others. This may or may not resolve the issue but its worth a try. Neighbours had a similar issue. I spoke on their behalf and it stopped. Albeit, just for a while. I heard that when the speeding in the neighbourhood (by the same particular person) recommenced, other folk pointed out that if this person continued to drive like an idiot and disregard the safety of our kids. The safety of his car couldn't be guaranteed. Not saying thats right but a friendly talking to may nip it in the bud. And if it doesn't, then start thinking about calling the police.