Scrimshanker Posted August 10, 2022 Report Share Posted August 10, 2022 10 minutes ago, Poor Shot said: Don't despair.. Mine was hand delivered and similar to yourself I had been saddened by the postie walking straight past the house one Saturday morning only for the certificate to then be pushed through the letter box an hour or so later. That is good to know! Did you get any correspondence after the home visit or literally only know when you get it in the post? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poor Shot Posted August 10, 2022 Report Share Posted August 10, 2022 3 minutes ago, Scrimshanker said: That is good to know! Did you get any correspondence after the home visit or literally only know when you get it in the post? I'm not in your force area so things may be different but I didn't hear a thing until the letter landed on the mat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mossy835 Posted August 10, 2022 Report Share Posted August 10, 2022 same down here, no visit or phone call. just put though the letter box, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrimshanker Posted August 10, 2022 Report Share Posted August 10, 2022 Is it sent recorded? They are not responding to emails but I did email to ask how would I know if it has been lost in the post if you have no notification it has been approved and sent? My neighbor is a grumpy bxxxxxd that would chuck my mail in the bin if it was posted into his by mistake so it is a real possibility. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pops_Hants Posted August 12, 2022 Report Share Posted August 12, 2022 287 days since my first application, and 130 days sine they re-opened applications, I finally have my shotgun certificate. 😀 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted August 12, 2022 Report Share Posted August 12, 2022 Just now, Pops_Hants said: 287 days since my first application, and 130 days sine they re-opened applications, I finally have my shotgun certificate. 😀 So you can now go out and start to buy some guns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pops_Hants Posted August 12, 2022 Report Share Posted August 12, 2022 Just now, TIGHTCHOKE said: So you can now go out and start to buy some guns. 100%! I'm going shooting with Rob next weekend which will be great to do, but otherwise I need to book in some time with my local clay grounds and armoury as they allow you to take three guns on loan to try out with both the armoury and shooting grounds offering gun fit services also Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted August 12, 2022 Report Share Posted August 12, 2022 Enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollienobes95 Posted September 1, 2022 Report Share Posted September 1, 2022 Hi all, new member here and in the process of applying for my grant via Hampshire police, first submitted in April when they re opened and had my first comms last week saying medical and internal searches complete so now waiting to hear from an FEO - any else had this and know time between first comms and FEO visit? a frustrating a wait but guess we have all been in the same boat! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrimshanker Posted September 1, 2022 Report Share Posted September 1, 2022 Hi mate, First contact I got after application was the FEO booking the visit. He came a day later. That was now 9 weeks ago and I’m still waiting on the cert to come through the door. Pops_Hants had his FEO visit the day after me and received his in the post 2-3 weeks ago so it’s a complete lottery on how much longer you have to wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollienobes95 Posted September 1, 2022 Report Share Posted September 1, 2022 Thanks! The whole thing has sounded a bit lottery esc! Tbf there was a minor issue with my medical which prompted there comms (from an ANPR investigator, seems they are drafting in other parties to help with the backlog) will wait to see when I hear from the FEO - did they call or email you out of interest? All their emails go into my junk so I am constantly checking! On another note, if anyone is local (I am Stockbridge area) and wants to get together for some clays (once I have my cert) always happy to meet others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrimshanker Posted September 1, 2022 Report Share Posted September 1, 2022 I had a phone call that I actually missed but he left his mobile and I gave him a call. I am from Portsmouth but I was up at Spitfire last Saturday. Good little ground enjoyed it. keep us updated on the progress of your grant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollienobes95 Posted September 2, 2022 Report Share Posted September 2, 2022 Cool thanks - yeh it’s good there, handy that it’s Aprox 3 mins drive from me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HantsRob Posted September 2, 2022 Report Share Posted September 2, 2022 (edited) 20 hours ago, ollienobes95 said: On another note, if anyone is local (I am Stockbridge area) and wants to get together for some clays (once I have my cert) always happy to meet others. So a stone throw from Spitfire then. Have you had any lessons or exposure? You aren't allowed to teach there, but you're welcome to tag along sometime. Can do this before your cert as they have an exemption to allow hosted guests. Drop me a PM if you fancy a shoot. Edited September 2, 2022 by HantsRob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pops_Hants Posted September 3, 2022 Report Share Posted September 3, 2022 On 02/09/2022 at 15:19, HantsRob said: So a stone throw from Spitfire then. Have you had any lessons or exposure? You aren't allowed to teach there, but you're welcome to tag along sometime. Can do this before your cert as they have an exemption to allow hosted guests. Drop me a PM if you fancy a shoot. Another very nice offer from Rob here! He offered to take me shooting also, we met after I got my licence actually but was a great day shooting, ended up buying one of his guns 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HantsRob Posted September 3, 2022 Report Share Posted September 3, 2022 1 hour ago, Pops_Hants said: Another very nice offer from Rob here! He offered to take me shooting also, we met after I got my licence actually but was a great day shooting, ended up buying one of his guns 😂 Hopefully we can get a good venue for the 17th, although Spitfire would be a good one to see you at. Wallers Ash is open 10-1 on the 17th, not sure what time you said you can make it? Ollie - open invite if you want also Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollienobes95 Posted September 5, 2022 Report Share Posted September 5, 2022 On 02/09/2022 at 15:19, HantsRob said: So a stone throw from Spitfire then. Have you had any lessons or exposure? You aren't allowed to teach there, but you're welcome to tag along sometime. Can do this before your cert as they have an exemption to allow hosted guests. Drop me a PM if you fancy a shoot. Thanks, yes had a lesson at Spitfire, and done some clay shooting with friends there and other places. will drop you a PM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiltspaniel Posted September 24, 2022 Report Share Posted September 24, 2022 (edited) Hi all, Thought I'd add my experience to the thread. Applied to Hampshire on 4th April (sounds like everyone did) for a conterminous grant. Finally had the FEO round this week who said that he's been drafted in as they've had someone in the office retire through sickness and is trying to work his way through a lot of delayed applications (he had seen 4 people before me that day). Just waiting for my certificates to drop through the door now! Edited September 25, 2022 by Wiltspaniel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrimshanker Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 13 hours ago, Wiltspaniel said: Hi all, Thought I'd add my experience to the thread. Applied to Hampshire on 4th April (sounds like everyone did) for a conterminous grant. Finally had the FEO round this week who said that he's been drafted in as they've had someone in the office retire through sickness and is trying to work his way through a lot of delayed applications (he had seen 4 people before me that day). Just waiting for my certificates to drop through the door now! Hi mate, that’s some wait for the visit! I’m still waiting for the cert to be posted! 13 weeks since the FEO visit this week and 25 weeks overall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiltspaniel Posted September 25, 2022 Report Share Posted September 25, 2022 36 minutes ago, Scrimshanker said: Hi mate, that’s some wait for the visit! I’m still waiting for the cert to be posted! 13 weeks since the FEO visit this week and 25 weeks overall. I'm hoping it won't be that long! The FEO did say that if I hadn't heard within a month to give them a ring to chase them up. Can't wait to get out on the clays now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollienobes95 Posted September 27, 2022 Report Share Posted September 27, 2022 Also had my FEO visit last week, so the wait for the cert to arrive is on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrimshanker Posted September 27, 2022 Report Share Posted September 27, 2022 1 hour ago, ollienobes95 said: Also had my FEO visit last week, so the wait for the cert to arrive is on! Nice one, nice when they finally come out but good luck with the last part of the wait! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiltspaniel Posted October 7, 2022 Report Share Posted October 7, 2022 Certificates dropped through the letter box today! End of a long wait! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrimshanker Posted October 7, 2022 Report Share Posted October 7, 2022 3 hours ago, Wiltspaniel said: Certificates dropped through the letter box today! End of a long wait! Great news, pretty quick post the home visit. Mine dropped yesterday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollienobes95 Posted October 12, 2022 Report Share Posted October 12, 2022 Still waiting over here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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