[Very quick, stupid question]

That's what I thought, thanks chaps.

[Very quick, stupid question]

Apologies I had to make a whole thread for this, there is no "Dumb question thread" for me to post in... Just got my FAC last month and bought my first rifle; do I need to also inform the plod when I buy rifle ammunition? I can't find anywhere saying so, so I'm guessing not but just want to be safe.

Cheers

[BASC response to Firearms Licensing Guidance Consultation]

So rifles killed 2 people last year, including illegally held ones and could potentially include suicides too as it's unspecified? And all this effort and money has been put in to restrict access further? How about these jobsworths focus their attention on something actually pressing like moped gangs or the seemingly endless stabfests that take place in inner cities? Can't they just **** off and leave us peaceful shooters to it?

/Rhetoric rant

[Arrested without written permission?]

On 29/07/2019 at 00:25, Lloyd90 said:

Some of the most mis-informant and ignorant “shooting people” I have ever seen have been gunshop owners or their staff. 

Truth!

I reckon I leave around half of gunshops thinking "*** was that guy on about!?"

[985 pigeons in a day]

I would pay good money for a day like that, god...

[FEO visit]

On 27/07/2019 at 09:25, lemons1366 said:

Adam southeast

thank you for your advice I didn’t know CPSA did not cover for a refusal for initial grant. I have now joined BASC as well.unfortunately they do not process over the weekend so I will have to wait until Monday for them to process my membership then I will ring them to let them know my concerns regarding FEO comment. 

One shed alarm ordered to install in cupboard thank you all for the sound advice 

Good lad! Best of luck, let us know how it goes.

[FEO visit]

Assuming everything in your original post is the extent of the arrangement and there's no proverbial skeletons in the closet, I'll eat my hat if they don't grant you an SGC. Just to echo what others have said above, I'd fit a cheapo alarm on the cupboard/safe just to show you're taking this seriously, it's not required but it should curry favour. I am not overly familiar with CPSA, but my understanding is they cover legal fees should your pre-existing license be revoked/your renewal is rejected, I don't believe they cover a refusal for initial grant, where as BASC do.

[Feo visit]

I recently renewed my SGC Surrey/Sussex and applied for a new FAC. As you mentioned the initial wait was mad, over 3 months. But from home visit to ticket through the door was only about a week/week and a half.

[FAC Variation Times]

Just now, oldypigeonpopper said:

hello, did you not show the FEO land you have permission on, or land that has been already subject to what calibre allowed

Hi, no I didn't - my primary purpose is down as target, whilst I look for a permission. But I also requested a 308 for guided stalking (which was granted) but my license makes no mention of being able to stalk with any of my rifles. 

[FAC Variation Times]

On 26/01/2019 at 13:31, kes1 said:

Just thought I would give credit where it's due to in this case Devon & Cornwall I posted 1st class on a monday a request for a less restrictive (open) FAC and recieved the new updated licence on Saturday. Allowing for one day postage either way they processed it in 4 day's! Great stuff D&C!

I'm a fresh FAC holder (Surrey/Sussex)... How do you know the restrictions placed on your license? I literally just have the 3/4 pages: Page 1 with my personal details, Page 2 rifles, Page 3 Ammo, Page 4 back page. There's no commentary whatsoever about where I can shoot or for what purpose. Thanks

[Looking for pest control permission Surrey/Hampshire]

1 hour ago, Capt Christopher Jones said:

dont forget to get Ins, its very important, i use BASC, more expensive but they also did a lot for us in the Natural England fiasco 

Yep, got BASC insurance. I agree it's worth the extra £

[Looking for pest control permission Surrey/Hampshire]

On 15/07/2019 at 22:55, Capt Christopher Jones said:

why not get an intro letter printed along with your ins details + 2 perm sheets all nicely in an envelope & seek your own perms 

Hi Christopher, thank you for the advice. I have just ordered some "business" cards with my details on and had planned on dropping into some local farms and doing some face-to-face where possible. But your idea seems like a good one in addition. I suppose my initial request to accompany someone is because I've always enjoyed the company of another shooter and I unfortunately no longer have anyone in my area to do so with, but fingers crossed.

Thanks again 

[Looking for pest control permission Surrey/Hampshire]

Haven't had a permission for a couple of years now since my old gamekeeper mate died. Got FAC, SGC, BASC, am a safe shooter - Would love to keep someone company on their permission or do a spot on my own if preferred by permission-giver.

Cheers, Adam.

[The Ballad Of Buster Scruggs,Coen Brothers Movie.]

3 hours ago, Westward said:

Highly recommend Narcos Mexico. Probably a bit too intense and mentally draining to binge it, but it's gripping stuff from start to finish. Long wait for the next series though.😞

Should I have seen regular 'Narcos' before watching Narcos Mexico or does the latter not rely on an understanding of the former?

[The Ballad Of Buster Scruggs,Coen Brothers Movie.]

I've only watched the first half or so, but really enjoyed the gold prospector story.

[Electronic ear defenders (howard leight)]

4 hours ago, Neil23 said:

Got a pair of the Howard leights other day from amazon ..

 

packaging and everything I can see without opening looks spot on. Didn't want to open them when thay for the boy for Xmas...

Yeah, I've been impressed with them, going to get my Dad a pair for xmas.

[Gun Safe]

Hi, is this deep enough for scoped rifles?

[Beaters required Northumberland]

If it's just about the money, Bisley pay £60 a day for you to sit in the butts patching over target shooters bullet holes with a 2 hour lunch break. Boring stuff though, would hate to do that for a day...

[Army short of soldiers]

I imagine the prospect of dying in pointless conflicts and oil wars has put a dampener on the recruitment drive.

[Electronic ear defenders (howard leight)]

17 hours ago, Sako7mm said:

Where can I get a pair which are definitely the genuine article rather than copies?

I got mine from Amazon and they're genuine

[Looking for a nice cheap knife for breasting]

31 minutes ago, Tford said:

pheasant parts all over the place

Yes, far more risk of a surprise biology test using this method 😅

[Looking for a nice cheap knife for breasting]

1 minute ago, Tford said:

Never tried that method. Does it work as easy as it seemed?!?

It requires a decent old tug, similar movement to doing a deadlift. The first time I did it I ripped the wings off, but if you adjust your feet inwards to get the shoulders instead it works a treat. Done a fair few like this now and works great.

[Grenfell Tower Bonfire Video]

Awful taste, but a hate crime!? Come on... Concentrate on the guys chucking acid in Deliveroo riders faces not drunk ***** making insensitive jokes.

[Electronic ear defenders (howard leight)]

2 hours ago, billytheghillie said:

come on then, how were they?

Brilliant actually, they're like having super hearing... Could hear the beaters talking trash about us from a mile away.

Seriously though, would recommend. 

[Looking for a 5+ gun safe. Deep enough for scoped rifles]

2 hours ago, sabel25 said:

look on flea bay  uk-trade-direct  6 gun vault for £119.99 free delivery

I have two 8 gun Their deep and also high enough for semi's with locking top box plus  the 8 gun vaults are fully lined inside 

Thanks for the tip, is this the one you're talking about? That price is too good to be true, but the reviews seem okay... One guy saying the keys and lock feel cheap and plasticy.