hendersons Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 After a three month wait he is finally coming. Any tips chaps because i'm passing bricks nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy. Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 (edited) Absolutely nothing to fear. Just have the kettle on standby and chit chat away about how you like shooting. It's not a grilling, it's just a final check that you're not insane and that your cabinet is secure. Far too many people worry about the visit. Once he's gone, you'll say to yourself 'that wasn't bad at all' Edited September 28, 2009 by harfordwmj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jojusa Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 We all go through this check and to be honest, it's nowhere near as bad as you expect it to be. Be polite and answer all questions with the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth. Don't panic about it though, it is basically to check your cabinet and home security ........ don't forget to have the kettle on. (if it helps, I was also very nervous before my visit but it was over in roughly 20 mins and I was left wondering why I had worried) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonySmith Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 I agree with all comments, just be yourself and honest, my FEO could not be more helpful, we talked for ages and I picked up loads of advice and tips.He even rang me when my SGC was ready so I could go and collect it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mayfly36 Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 pm sent you really have nothing to worry about, the majority off the FEO Are dead on, ask you a few house security questions, got a dog, double glazing etc etc. Thats it, he should be in and out in no time, relax and be yourself. good luck, i had the same jitters a while back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin g Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 I had my visit last week, and as already said, be yourself, put kettle on.. Went through my application, asked about any experience or training I had, purpose for wanting a shotgun.. And to be satisfied in his own mind that I was mentally stable and respnsable enough to have a shotgun.. Best of luck mate and relax.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
claybreaker Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 At the end of the visit will he say if your granted? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MM Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 At the end of the visit will he say if your granted? no. its not up to him, he is just there to pass his opinion and info to the chief. he then looks at the gathered info, and decides if you are worthy. Chill out, and dont panic. Remember to be honest, and tell him truthfully everything he wants to know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunny Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 Just be yourself and relax. Believe it or not, FEOs do not have two heads, cloven hoofs and breathe fire. My interview lasted over an hour and a half simply because the FEO was so friendly and helpful to my son who was having concerns over applying for a FAC - remember, it was MY interview. It was more of a casual chat than an interview and we were both given some excellent information and tips. Mayfly makes an important point about security - I was surprised to see my FEO make a note that I had dogs, but it went down on the paperwork. Good luck - but really, you will not need it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smig4373 Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 I'd made sure i had a few copies of the shooting times under the coffee table,just on show......Cup 'a tea...plenty of chit chat....You'll be fine... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mossy835 Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 they are just normal people,just make chit chat and you will be fine.just relax and you will be fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hendersons Posted September 28, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 should probably mention I applied for fac and sgc together so think it will be a bit more complicated nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky-shot Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 good luck mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hendersons Posted September 28, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 will he need to walk the land i'm planning to shoot on? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy. Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 (edited) will he need to walk the land i'm planning to shoot on? If the land's cleared, no. He'll just ask you about your rifle experience. I would always try to tell him as much as possible. I'm not joking. The more you say, the more competent you sound. The more competent you sound, the less conditions you risk having added to your ticket when you get it. Any occasion you've ever fired a rifle, tell him, as he will write it down (As he needs to compile a report to put forward to his boss) Just keep telling him how much experience you've got (I'm assuming you've actually fired a rifle before..!) Edited September 28, 2009 by harfordwmj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedro222 Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 I dont thinks so mate honest everything will be fine all the best Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hendersons Posted September 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 he's here in 1 hour got the biscuits ready even made some flapjack if that doesn't work don't know what will nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin g Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Hope everything went well.. Let us all know how you went on mate.. :blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RArch Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Maybe the FEO liked the biscuits so much they are still there :blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mossy835 Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 where is he, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hendersons Posted September 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 the feo he said :blink: yes to s.g.c. and .22lr :yp: feel like i just won the lottery. He's just going to make sure all the land has been checked and the certificates should be here by the end of next week. Would just like to say a quick thankyou to all who have wished me luck and answered some of my naive questions over the last few weeks. many thanks Nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky-shot Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 well done mate :blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin g Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Welldone fella... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hendersons Posted September 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 thanks chaps was easier than i expected nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frenchieboy Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Gald all went well Nick. Like everyone was saying, it isn't as bad as expected so you can change your boxers now mate! Happy Shooting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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