Applying for a gun licence
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I should clarify that I'm not a kid that has watched some action films and think it would be cool to own one, I'm just interested in guns.
Anyway, with my 18th coming up I'm looking into applying for a firearms licence. If I did get it, I was looking at starting off with a pistol. What are the laws regarding owning a pistol in the UK?
Cheers
PH95
Anyway, with my 18th coming up I'm looking into applying for a firearms licence. If I did get it, I was looking at starting off with a pistol. What are the laws regarding owning a pistol in the UK?
Cheers
PH95
On a more serious note, do some research.
http://www.sportingshooter.co.uk/features/ask_the_...
Start there.
It is technically possible to own a pistol on a section 5 firearms certificate. Forget about that though, as you will never ever see one of those. Ever. In fact, I know of no one who knows ANYONE with a S5 licence, although I am sure a handful have been issued. Not to disappoint you too much, but even IF they did regularly issue S5 licences, they would never issue one to an 18 year old with no fire arms experience.
http://www.sportingshooter.co.uk/features/ask_the_...
Start there.
It is technically possible to own a pistol on a section 5 firearms certificate. Forget about that though, as you will never ever see one of those. Ever. In fact, I know of no one who knows ANYONE with a S5 licence, although I am sure a handful have been issued. Not to disappoint you too much, but even IF they did regularly issue S5 licences, they would never issue one to an 18 year old with no fire arms experience.
Petrolhead95 said:
TheLastPost said:
C) 'just interested in guns' and 'it would be cool to own one' are more likely to see you detained for psychiatric assessment than granted a firearms licence.
Surely everyone that applies for one is interested otherwise what would be the point of applying?Edited by whoami on Saturday 22 December 23:49
crazy about cars said:
+1. Need less people like OP in the UK.
Yup, I totally agree. Being interested in guns should be punished with immediate deportation for the safety of everyone else. Just listen to yourself.I knew this provoke idiotic comments like this. I'm genuinely just fascinated in how they work.
Other than an air pistol, your chances are zero.
Handguns (pistols & revolvers) with certain exceptions incl muzzle loaders were banned in 1997.
You will need to be a member of a shooting club.
This link to the Met Police pretty much covers it:
http://www.met.police.uk/firearms_licensing/faqs.h...
Handguns (pistols & revolvers) with certain exceptions incl muzzle loaders were banned in 1997.
You will need to be a member of a shooting club.
This link to the Met Police pretty much covers it:
http://www.met.police.uk/firearms_licensing/faqs.h...
Start by getting your shotgun certificate - much more simple to get a hold of than a firearms licence. Ammo is also easier to manage also.
Shotguns aren't overly dear to get started with.
Lots of clay clubs around - some will even store your gun so you don't need to worry about installing a cabinet initially.
Bloody hell - that sounds like a nearly helpful post!!
Shotguns aren't overly dear to get started with.
Lots of clay clubs around - some will even store your gun so you don't need to worry about installing a cabinet initially.
Bloody hell - that sounds like a nearly helpful post!!
Petrolhead95 said:
I should clarify that I'm not a kid that has watched some action films and think it would be cool to own one, I'm just interested in guns.
Anyway, with my 18th coming up I'm looking into applying for a firearms licence. If I did get it, I was looking at starting off with a pistol. What are the laws regarding owning a pistol in the UK?
Cheers
PH95
From http://content.met.police.uk/Site/firearmslicensin...Anyway, with my 18th coming up I'm looking into applying for a firearms licence. If I did get it, I was looking at starting off with a pistol. What are the laws regarding owning a pistol in the UK?
Cheers
PH95
"Can I own a handgun?
Handguns are banned in England. This applies to any firearm with an overall length of less than 30 cm. However muzzle-loading handguns are permitted."
Now, why on earth do you want a gun?
[quote=Dangerous Dan]On a more serious note, do some research.
http://www.sportingshooter.co.uk/features/ask_the_...
Start there.
It is technically possible to own a pistol on a section 5 firearms certificate. Forget about that though, as you will never ever see one of those. Ever. In fact, I know of no one who knows ANYONE with a S5 licence, although I am sure a handful have been issued. Not to disappoint you too much, but even IF they did regularly issue S5 licences, they would never issue one to an 18 year old with no fire arms experience.[/quote
Only chap I know is close protection for the royal family!
http://www.sportingshooter.co.uk/features/ask_the_...
Start there.
It is technically possible to own a pistol on a section 5 firearms certificate. Forget about that though, as you will never ever see one of those. Ever. In fact, I know of no one who knows ANYONE with a S5 licence, although I am sure a handful have been issued. Not to disappoint you too much, but even IF they did regularly issue S5 licences, they would never issue one to an 18 year old with no fire arms experience.[/quote
Only chap I know is close protection for the royal family!
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