Hi guys,
I live in the middle of the Surrey countryside, on a 12 acre estate, where we let rooms to lodgers in the house. We’ve got rabbits digging holes everywhere, which have almost caused several broken ankles over the years (and definitely a few sprained ones), foxes that manage to come into the house via the cat-flap in attempt to steal the dog bowls, and pigeons that produce so much cr*p, you wonder if they’ll ever run out.
I’ve never owned an FAC, but have many years of experience handling and shooting various firearms, from shotguns, to rifles, and am now interested in applying for my own licence.
Ideally, I would like to own a 12-bore Remington 870 (or 1100) for the rabbits and pigeons, and a Remington Model 700 (in .223 or .308) for the foxes. I realise that a .308 for fox control might be considered a bit overkill, and thus not granted. The idea behind the 1100, over the 870, is to be able to get off as many shots as possible, in quick succession, as the rabbits are often in groups.
Is there any advice you guys can offer me before I embark on this journey, to increase my chances of being accepted? I have no criminal record, nor do I have a history of any mental health issues. I’d be happy to answer any questions.
Many thanks for taking the time to read my message.
