Harry136 Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 Hi Thinking about getting into pistol shooting again. If I was to apply for an LBP, would i have to be a member of a club or would having land to shoot on suffice? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old farrier Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 Not a lot of point having one if you’re not in a club doing competition and the like there very unlikely to grant one for plinking in your field Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesj Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 (edited) I think you can only use them at approved clubs. What you looking at? Edited August 31, 2019 by bluesj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HW95J Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 You'll need to be a member of an approved target shooting club. Increasingly common now, .22 semi auto or other calibres as revolvers etc. Look for places that do gallery rifle. A regular prone target rifle club won't entertain the idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry136 Posted August 31, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 Hi Was looking at a gsg 1911, not the same as a 9mm, but its getting there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesj Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 12 minutes ago, Harry136 said: Hi Was looking at a gsg 1911, not the same as a 9mm, but its getting there! A Colt 1911 would be one of the guns I would have if we could have what we wanted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry136 Posted August 31, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 I carried a Browning HP, Sig P226 and Walther P5 whilst on active service in NI, but i'd never be allowed to own any of those here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walker570 Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 (edited) 8 minutes ago, Harry136 said: I carried a Browning HP, Sig P226 and Walther P5 whilst on active service in NI, but i'd never be allowed to own any of those here! We had some old Browning HPs, probably some you had thrown away. Lucky to hit the County with them but have shot a few quality ones in the States and they are still more than capable. IF I was to go for a long barrel job then it would have to be a revolver, it just looks right/better and historical. Must have a buttstock attachement though. If serious then a simple call to your FLO should solve your problem. Edited August 31, 2019 by Walker570 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 1 minute ago, Walker570 said: IF I was to go for a long barrel job then it would have to be a revolver, it just looks right/better and historical. Must have a buttstock attachement though. Do you feel lucky Punk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoBodyImportant Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 I have a Sig 1911 in 22lr. (GSG but with better finish and wood grips) and it’s pretty fun. My kiddo loves it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newbie to this Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 1 hour ago, Harry136 said: Hi Was looking at a gsg 1911, not the same as a 9mm, but its getting there! If set on the 1911, I would look at the Walther version https://www.oceaniadefence.co.uk/product-page/walther-1911-gold-cup-long-barrel-pistol-standard-model-with-barrel-shroud They also do a nice PPQ long barrel pistol https://www.oceaniadefence.co.uk/product-page/ppq-long-barrel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingman Posted September 1, 2019 Report Share Posted September 1, 2019 I wouldn’t waste your time or money my friend bought a GSG 1911 it was awful jammed all the time and horrible accuracy. Look at these just about the best you can get in the UK if you want a pistol and run it on pyrodex and hard cast bullets and it’s a proper pistol. https://www.guntrader.uk/guns/pistols/alfa/revolver/357-magnum/3561-m-l-r-190628123634001 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guzzicat Posted September 4, 2019 Report Share Posted September 4, 2019 On 31/08/2019 at 17:37, TIGHTCHOKE said: Do you feel lucky Punk? I wouldn;t worry, it looks like all the chambers are empty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newbie to this Posted September 4, 2019 Report Share Posted September 4, 2019 1 hour ago, guzzicat said: I wouldn;t worry, it looks like all the chambers are empty Except the one in line with the barrel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newbie to this Posted September 4, 2019 Report Share Posted September 4, 2019 1 hour ago, guzzicat said: I wouldn;t worry, it looks like all the chambers are empty Except the one in line with the barrel maybe "'I know what you ar thinking, did I fire 5 or 6" the question you have to ask yourself is, do you feel lucky? Well do you? Punk! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benthejockey Posted September 4, 2019 Report Share Posted September 4, 2019 On 01/09/2019 at 14:32, Wingman said: I wouldn’t waste your time or money my friend bought a GSG 1911 it was awful jammed all the time and horrible accuracy. Look at these just about the best you can get in the UK if you want a pistol and run it on pyrodex and hard cast bullets and it’s a proper pistol. https://www.guntrader.uk/guns/pistols/alfa/revolver/357-magnum/3561-m-l-r-190628123634001 So how does the BP/muzzle loader stuff work to get around whole sec 5 thing? Can you have that muzzle loader revolver to plink away in the garden or is it a case of you have to be part of a club etc? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted September 4, 2019 Report Share Posted September 4, 2019 12 minutes ago, Benthejockey said: So how does the BP/muzzle loader stuff work to get around whole sec 5 thing? Can you have that muzzle loader revolver to plink away in the garden or is it a case of you have to be part of a club etc? It’s based on CF capability and overall length of firearm, hence why carbines and LBR are exempt. You still need to be a club member to legally possess and use a BP revolver. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dekers Posted September 5, 2019 Report Share Posted September 5, 2019 On 31/08/2019 at 16:50, Harry136 said: Hi Was looking at a gsg 1911, not the same as a 9mm, but its getting there! They are great for what they are, BUT, a LBP comes with so many restrictions you have to be a real enthusiast to consider one. I have a slot for one, I also have a proper pistol, and even though it is a revolver and not a semi, I have decided against the LBP route! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rewulf Posted September 5, 2019 Report Share Posted September 5, 2019 On 31/08/2019 at 16:50, Harry136 said: Hi Was looking at a gsg 1911, not the same as a 9mm, but its getting there! If you want the feel of pistol shooting, an LBP is a poor substitute. They are fun the first few times out, but after a while they become a little boring. Have you considered a muzzle loader ? It doesnt have to be a civil war replica, Westlake do a .357 based S+W , using real .38sp or .357 mag bullets with nitro powder. Yes it takes longer to reload, but you get the 'real' experience of pistol shooting. Or if you just want a fun gun, a .22 lr semi auto black rifle is my go to gun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1066 Posted September 5, 2019 Report Share Posted September 5, 2019 Muzzle loaders come in all shapes and sizes too - Here's my 5 shot muzzle loading target pistol. It's was designed so UK shooters can still compete in the international UIT/ISSF centrefire pistol match. It shoots a .32 98gn wadcutter bullet using nitro powder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scouser Posted September 5, 2019 Report Share Posted September 5, 2019 On 31/08/2019 at 17:44, NoBodyImportant said: I have a Sig 1911 in 22lr. (GSG but with better finish and wood grips) and it’s pretty fun. My kiddo loves it. I’ve seen the pictures of your gun safe on here, jealous doesn’t cover it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rewulf Posted September 5, 2019 Report Share Posted September 5, 2019 32 minutes ago, 1066 said: Muzzle loaders come in all shapes and sizes too - Here's my 5 shot muzzle loading target pistol. It's was designed so UK shooters can still compete in the international UIT/ISSF centrefire pistol match. It shoots a .32 98gn wadcutter bullet using nitro powder. I like that ! What is it , and where do I acquire one ! http://www.westlakeengineering.com/products/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vince Green Posted September 5, 2019 Report Share Posted September 5, 2019 On 31/08/2019 at 17:08, bluesj said: A Colt 1911 would be one of the guns I would have if we could have what we wanted You can still have one and shoot it at Bisley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mossy835 Posted September 5, 2019 Report Share Posted September 5, 2019 (edited) dont see the point in having a hand gun in this country if you can only shoot it in a club. when on the farm in michigan i just get one of the hand guns out of the draw go be hehind a barn and shoot it, at empty beer cans. Edited September 5, 2019 by mossy835 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1066 Posted September 5, 2019 Report Share Posted September 5, 2019 1 hour ago, Rewulf said: I like that ! What is it , and where do I acquire one ! http://www.westlakeengineering.com/products/ It's called a Zylab Patriot. - no longer in production but they do come up from time to time. They usually come with two 5 shot (or 6 shot) magazines, and shoot just like a normal good quality target pistol (once the mag blocks are loaded) The UIT centrefire match is/was 60 shots at 25 yards. 30 are shot slow fire on a static target and 30 shots on a turning target. The "duelling" phase is in strings of five shots. The target faces for 3 seconds and turns away for 7 seconds then faces for 3 and so on. This competition was normally shot with .32 semi-auto pistols or sometimes revolvers. The 7 seconds away gives plenty of time to rack back the muzzle loader so is competitive with any normal target pistol. All shot with open sights and one handed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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