demonwolf444 Posted November 14, 2010 Report Share Posted November 14, 2010 (edited) apologies, didnt know where to put this :( , SGC wise what happens on the first visit, i think i have a vague idea but just want to know what to expect, can anyone help me out ? , just to note, ive applied, they have rang, we have arranged a date, i dont have a cabinate yet, hope someone can help Edited November 14, 2010 by demonwolf444 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJ91 Posted November 14, 2010 Report Share Posted November 14, 2010 apologies, didnt know where to put this :( , SGC wise what happens on the first visit, i think i have a vague idea but just want to know what to expect, can anyone help me out ? , just to note, ive applied, they have rang, we have arranged a date, i dont have a cabinate yet, hope someone can help i was young when i applied and the officer just asked basic questions and asked if i knew the difference between a 12gauge and a 20gauge and what would happen if i loaded a 12gauge with a 20gauge cartridges. He just told me a few safety tips and asked where and what i would eb shooting They visited my mate a coupel weeks ago to sort his application, they are just there to see if you know how to act witha gun and make sure you arent going to make stupid mistakes but like i say, iw as young when i applied so they probably dealt with me a bit differently to what they would a 30year old! just offer a brew and be friendly you dont need to own a cabinet to hold a shotgun certificate! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pegleg31 Posted November 14, 2010 Report Share Posted November 14, 2010 all they asked me was what i wanted one for and what i knew about gun safety Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vampire Posted November 14, 2010 Report Share Posted November 14, 2010 Feo will just want to have a nose about your house looking at security and where you will fix the cabinet,drink ya tea,eat ya biscuits,talk about guns and find out why you want one,what you intend to shoot and where,what experience you have,gun safety,where you can and where you shouldnt shoot,safe ranges,they are either very friendly (mine) or can be jobs worth,but all the time you and your house hold will be under scrutiny,just relax and be yourself and you shouldnt have any problems and good luck. Now go and get those chocky bickies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demonwolf444 Posted November 15, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 15, 2010 Thankyou guys, put my mind to rest, i have air rifles, would they frown upon having them in my wardrobe if that came up in conversation, and if so where do you recomend me put them ? sorry to keep on Pestering but i just want to make the best possible impression! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vampire Posted November 15, 2010 Report Share Posted November 15, 2010 Your air rifles are not a problem as they are 12flb,just keep out of sight of the younger brigade and any ammo seperate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demonwolf444 Posted November 15, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 15, 2010 many thanks guys, been really helpfull! got my self some gamekeeping work for the summer, cannot wait! i can tell this year will be a goodone ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demonwolf444 Posted November 17, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2010 the lady came today and was brilliant, many thanks guys and hats of for Northyorks police Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dougy Posted November 17, 2010 Report Share Posted November 17, 2010 (edited) If your thinking of going into gamekeeping this will most probably be a good conversation point with the FEO, while your at it i would suggest that if you have land to use a rimfire on put in for your FAC at the same time.(Ask while they are there you have nothing to loose and it may just make your day) I know you allready have your appointment but if you dont mind waiting another few weeks then you will most likley be granted both, assuming you have permission. It will save you some money and will get you on the FAC ladder sooner rather than later. Best of luck and dont worry they are coming to arrest you Oh posted a day too late. allways been abit slow. So i take it it went well, see nothing to worry about Edited November 17, 2010 by Dougy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demonwolf444 Posted November 17, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2010 I only wished i had read this earlier, the person who came was so helpfull and i have tonnes of permission all round where i live i know ill probably end up going for my FAC soon, just wait a while, because to be honest at the moment the only reason i would have a FAC would be for 243 or 223 for fox or deer , but i have no need because on my permission our foxes are deffinately NOT already controlled by the local hunt, and i dont think i would get a 223 for deer on my permissions :( i will probably do it in a few years when i have a steady job which needs it at the moment my life choice is leaning towards gamekeeping ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted November 17, 2010 Report Share Posted November 17, 2010 (edited) You can always phone them and ask some forces allow different calibres for fox or slugs for shotgun ( needs FAC condition) you may be lucky to get a CF at first application but if you are a trainee keeper should be easier apply for a.22LR or .17HMR then wait a couple of years to apply for .243 for deer/fox Edited November 17, 2010 by HDAV Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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