beesley121 Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 Hi guys, looking to buy a gun from someone but Im not sure how much it costs to ask the seller to post it via RFD to RFD? can anyone give me an idea of price please also, does anyone know if they will post a box of carttridges with it as its obselete calibure and Ill need the cases for reloading?? any RFD close to kettering that will do it?? thanx guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 You'll need to contact RFD's at both end to suss charges (they can charge what they like) RFD-net is another option are the cartridges loaded? or empties? Is it properly obsolete as in does not require SGC/FAC? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
majordisorder Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 Just been looking at RFD.net and for 14.95 seems like a bargain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beesley121 Posted November 17, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 You'll need to contact RFD's at both end to suss charges (they can charge what they like) RFD-net is another option are the cartridges loaded? or empties? Is it properly obsolete as in does not require SGC/FAC? its an 8 bore mate and yes the cartridges are loaded thanx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beardo Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 RFDnet is probably the best bet - otherwise speak to Wabbitbosher - he's in Kettering. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mereside Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 used rfdnet a couple of months ago what a great service its far easier with them than anything else,atb wayne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beesley121 Posted November 17, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 If it is an obsolete caliber, how can he posses live ammo? i read that 8 and 4 bore guns are now classed as obselete calibers. i may have read it wrong but I just want to know if this RFD.net company or my local rfd courier will carry a box of 25 live cartridges any ideas?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 (edited) Obselete is a vague term but being in posseion of usable ammunition for any "obselete calibre" means your outside of the rules ‘Section 58’ Antique WeaponsThe Home Office has a list of ‘Obsolete Calibre’ rifles, shotguns and pistols. These may be bought, sold and possessed without a licence of any kind, provided that they are owned as curios only. These weapons may not be fired and to possess ammunition for them is likely to invalidate any claim that they are not for use. No ammunition is considered ‘obsolete’. Among the ‘obsolete calibres’ we find vintage pin-fires, muzzle-loaders, rim-fires (not including .22 and .9mm) and large bore shotguns like 4-bore and 8-bore. The rules only apply to pre-1939 manufactured weapons (so a 1995 Pedersoli 12-bore muzzle-loader is not considered ‘obsolete’ under Section 58 but an 1840 Manton is). Pre 1939 rifles, shotguns and punt guns chambered for the following cartridges: 32-bore 24-bore, 14-bore, 10- bore (2 5/8" and 2 7/8" chambers only), 8-bore, 4-bore, 3-bore, 2-bore, 1 1/8 bore, 1 ¼ bore and 1 ½ bore, are all considered ‘obsolete’. Any weapons listed on the ‘Obsolete Calibre’ list may be hung on the wall or form part of a display, as there are no security requirements. It is important to stress that any attempt to fire a Section 58 weapon is an extremely serious offence, which could lead to a prison sentence. http://www.sportingshooter.co.uk/guns-and-shooting/useful-stuff/firearms-law By possessing live ammo or intending to try and fire it it is no longer "obsolete" some couriers can send shotgun ammo (just carts for example) so it can be done and RFD to RFD should be fine (you'll have to ring and ask them yourself) Edited November 17, 2011 by HDAV Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beesley121 Posted November 17, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 Obselete is a vague term but being in posseion of usable ammunition for any "obselete calibre" means your outside of the rules http://www.sportingshooter.co.uk/guns-and-shooting/useful-stuff/firearms-law By possessing live ammo or intending to try and fire it it is no longer "obsolete" some couriers can send shotgun ammo (just carts for example) so it can be done and RFD to RFD should be fine (you'll have to ring and ask them yourself) thanx for the reply, appreciate it I tried to ring them but got no answer, however they have replied via email. This is what they said, can you explain what it means as i have no idea what all the sections bit is about Re the carriage of ammunition, if it is not classified s.1 ammunition that it may be acceptable. The firearms itself matters not whether it is s1 or s2 (provided it is not s5). We will book it as s1 to be on safe side and log it through our register the same but please advise to the contrary if this is not the case before placing the order. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 OK if the ammo is Shotgun ammo, not loaded slugs or bullets (look up definition of shotgun shells in the 1968 act) as under 2" diameter i would say they are shotgun carts for an 8 bore double gun as long as the gun meets shotgun rules (barrel length no magazine holding more than 2 shells and not detachable etc) its a shotgun. So is it a shotgun? Are they Shotgun shells? YEs to both above they they can deal with the shipping. Make sure they know its a shotgun as if it goes on their RFD register as as section 1 you may have issues getting it on your SGC. Forget the obsolete calibre stuff and call it what it is, a shotgun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beesley121 Posted November 17, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 OK if the ammo is Shotgun ammo, not loaded slugs or bullets (look up definition of shotgun shells in the 1968 act) as under 2" diameter i would say they are shotgun carts for an 8 bore double gun as long as the gun meets shotgun rules (barrel length no magazine holding more than 2 shells and not detachable etc) its a shotgun. So is it a shotgun? Are they Shotgun shells? YEs to both above they they can deal with the shipping. Make sure they know its a shotgun as if it goes on their RFD register as as section 1 you may have issues getting it on your SGC. Forget the obsolete calibre stuff and call it what it is, a shotgun. thanx again, and just to confirm ,yes its a 8 bore db s/s shotgun with 8 bore ammuniton. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 thanx again, and just to confirm ,yes its a 8 bore db s/s shotgun with 8 bore ammuniton. As long as you are happy it can be held on your SGC and the homeloads you are being sent and Section 2 then no bother but make sure you are happy with the paperwork. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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