ProGunJohn Posted July 5, 2014 Report Share Posted July 5, 2014 Right this is a biggy. I have a shotgun licence and currently studying at University. It has come to my attention that I will be able to go to the states late next year. Now, what experience have people had taking guns out of the country? I will obviously be going to the USA, and am wanting to take my shotguns. I've been told it's very possible but can just be a mess on. Whats the process and what would I require? Also, are you able to take cartridges along with the guns for when you arrive in the country? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshwarrior Posted July 5, 2014 Report Share Posted July 5, 2014 I did it a few years ago but some else did the paperwork airline charged us a fair amount in excess baggage etc. Fairly sure cartridges will be a no as they will be dangerous cargo as far as the airline is concerned. And anyway they are easy to get in the state just go to Walmart! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProGunJohn Posted July 5, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 5, 2014 I did it a few years ago but some else did the paperwork airline charged us a fair amount in excess baggage etc. Fairly sure cartridges will be a no as they will be dangerous cargo as far as the airline is concerned. And anyway they are easy to get in the state just go to Walmart! Hahaha do you get asked for ID in walmart when buying ammunition? If not, thats fantastic, 000 buckshot and slugs please! xD What did you pay about? And what did you store the guns in? And lastly who did you get to do paperwork? Sorry for all the questions haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshwarrior Posted July 5, 2014 Report Share Posted July 5, 2014 One of the other lads in the party did the paperwork. I used a pelicase for my guns, they have to be airline approved. We had a state visitors permit can't remember what we had to show to buy ammo mind. Slugs only seem to be "special" in the UK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbiep Posted July 5, 2014 Report Share Posted July 5, 2014 When you say "go to the states" do you mean a visit for a few weeks, or a longer term move ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy H Posted July 5, 2014 Report Share Posted July 5, 2014 Have a read. https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/610/~/bringing-a-firearm-or-ammunition-to-the-u.s.-for-hunting%2Fsport-purposes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProGunJohn Posted July 5, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 5, 2014 When you say "go to the states" do you mean a visit for a few weeks, or a longer term move ? Not sure yet, I basically have the option for staying for a long while or just a bit. I would be interested in seeing how long I'm allowed to stay with firearms there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srspower Posted July 6, 2014 Report Share Posted July 6, 2014 I am pretty sure there is a section on the FAC form about overseas movement. I got the impression once that is covered on your ticket it is fairly straight forward. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted July 6, 2014 Report Share Posted July 6, 2014 Taking a gun to America? Like taking coal to Newcastle that..... Why bother? Unless your competing at big comps? $5 hire charges and racks of stuff you can't even see in the uk are on offer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srspower Posted July 6, 2014 Report Share Posted July 6, 2014 (edited) Taking a gun to America? Like taking coal to Newcastle that..... Why bother? Unless your competing at big comps? $5 hire charges and racks of stuff you can't even see in the uk are on offer! You say that but quality semi autos are more expensive than here, from what I have seen. And quality double guns are very hard and expensive to come by. Supply and demand. Edited July 6, 2014 by srspower Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted July 6, 2014 Report Share Posted July 6, 2014 (edited) You say that but quality semi autos are more expensive than here, from what I have seen. And quality double guns are very hard and expensive to come by. Supply and demand. Different market and european guns can be more expensive, no shortage of doubles and what's a "quality semi auto" Brand new 725 £1450 http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=427335992 http://www.guntrader.co.uk/Guns-For-Sale/Browning_Shotgun_725_For-Sale_140206113402001 UK price £1800 Benelli M2 http://www.guntrader.co.uk/Guns-For-Sale/Benelli_Shotgun_M2-Essential_For-Sale_131018093759001 £920 http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=427218715 £750 NOw there may be sales tax to add which varies from 0% to 12% depending on state and county etc so less than 20% VAT.....even adding on 10% tax both above are still a fair bit cheaper to buy brand new..... Edited July 6, 2014 by HDAV Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seeker Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 Try some searches on here ... Phaedra had replied to many queries on this subject . If you're going as a visitor / non resident / temp resident etc you may be in a different category when it comes to buying a gun. But with some work on your part you may be able to take your guns .. As said above most types of gun can be hired at the ranges ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProGunJohn Posted July 9, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 9, 2014 Try some searches on here ... Phaedra had replied to many queries on this subject . If you're going as a visitor / non resident / temp resident etc you may be in a different category when it comes to buying a gun. But with some work on your part you may be able to take your guns .. As said above most types of gun can be hired at the ranges ... I going there as a student with student visa... I could stay there for a year and I'd like to apply for citizenship during that time hopefully, for the, yano, handguns Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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