Going, going and almost gone!
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- Sandgroper
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Going, going and almost gone!
Well, that's me now sans firearms and shotguns with the last one delivered yesterday - Cheers dave_303 for the cuppa and your hospitality
So now it's just a mad dash to get the last few pieces sorted before flying out to the Falklands in less that two weeks and for at least the next four years.
For those interested about firearms in the Falklands - there's about 60 guns per 100 people there. Handguns and semi auto centre fire firearms are legal although military style ones (incl rimfires) are difficult to get approval for - same goes for moderators. Reloading isn't an automatic right as you need an endorsement on you FAC to do so, however, basic ammunition allowance is 3000 rounds with 1000 rounds for your main calibre/s. FAC's (shotguns are also on FAC) are issued for life (unless revoked) and cost £39.10 and £7.60 for a variation. The Officer I've emailed has been very helpful and even offered to contact the local club on my behalf!
Just got to make sure I don't catch C19 before my predeparture PCR test!
So now it's just a mad dash to get the last few pieces sorted before flying out to the Falklands in less that two weeks and for at least the next four years.
For those interested about firearms in the Falklands - there's about 60 guns per 100 people there. Handguns and semi auto centre fire firearms are legal although military style ones (incl rimfires) are difficult to get approval for - same goes for moderators. Reloading isn't an automatic right as you need an endorsement on you FAC to do so, however, basic ammunition allowance is 3000 rounds with 1000 rounds for your main calibre/s. FAC's (shotguns are also on FAC) are issued for life (unless revoked) and cost £39.10 and £7.60 for a variation. The Officer I've emailed has been very helpful and even offered to contact the local club on my behalf!
Just got to make sure I don't catch C19 before my predeparture PCR test!
“The standard you walk past is the standard you accept.”
Lieutenant General David Morrison
I plink, therefore I shoot.
Lieutenant General David Morrison
I plink, therefore I shoot.
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Re: Going, going and almost gone!
You so must keep us up to date with your future choice of firearms. Good luck with getting out there and whatever you are planning on doing.
All the best :)
All the best :)
- Polchraine
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Re: Going, going and almost gone!
I believe they even have the Internet down there.
"The trouble with quotes on the internet is that it's difficult to discern whether or not they are genuine." - Abraham Lincoln
Why did kamikaze pilots wear helmets?
God loves stupid people, that is why he made so many of them.
- Sandgroper
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Re: Going, going and almost gone!
“The standard you walk past is the standard you accept.”
Lieutenant General David Morrison
I plink, therefore I shoot.
Lieutenant General David Morrison
I plink, therefore I shoot.
- lovemunkey187
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Re: Going, going and almost gone!
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Safe travels.
Hey, dawg. Didya see the size of that chicken?
Re: Going, going and almost gone!
That sounds like an adventure - The Falklands have a long tradition of target shooting.
Falklands team at the Imperial meeting, Bisley.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHNGtp194PQ
Falklands team at the Imperial meeting, Bisley.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHNGtp194PQ
- Dark Skies
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Re: Going, going and almost gone!
Will you be flying out via Brize Norton?
I've oft considered working out there to get away from the UK for a spell.
I've oft considered working out there to get away from the UK for a spell.
"I don't like my job and I don't think I'm gonna go anymore."
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Re: Going, going and almost gone!
It was good to have a wee final shoot alongside you at bridgeton about 4 weeks ago. All your plans sound great.all the best for the future and hope it all works out for you.
- Sandgroper
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Re: Going, going and almost gone!
Yep, flying out of Brize Norton...
It was a good little session and great to catch up with you.
“The standard you walk past is the standard you accept.”
Lieutenant General David Morrison
I plink, therefore I shoot.
Lieutenant General David Morrison
I plink, therefore I shoot.
- Sandgroper
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Re: Going, going and almost gone!
Will do but my contribution towards upkeep for the forum with have to be in FK£ for the next few years!
“The standard you walk past is the standard you accept.”
Lieutenant General David Morrison
I plink, therefore I shoot.
Lieutenant General David Morrison
I plink, therefore I shoot.
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