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Re: A Max's now categorised as expanding ammunition

Posted: Thu Sep 08, 2011 5:09 pm
by Mike357
mr smith wrote:
Mike357 wrote:Richard, it's already stirred up as Devon & Cornwall have classed them as expanding. Clarification has to be sought before some poor bugger ends up in jail for possession of A-maxs.
Are you still waiting a responce from tayside Mike?
I've a visit tomorrow if i remember i'l ask the feo when he comes.
See above Mr Smith.

Re: A Max's now categorised as expanding ammunition

Posted: Thu Sep 08, 2011 5:10 pm
by Mike357
richard wrote:Mike surely if this went to court Devon and Cornwell would back down,its just another case of firearms depts acting like gods.They did not write the laws they are there to uphold the laws.A-MAX bullets are not classed as expanding they are match bullets.Im surprised BASC have not taken this up.
Indeed, but do you want the hassle, expense, worry of waiting for months for your day in court? I'd rather know now!

Re: A Max's now categorised as expanding ammunition

Posted: Thu Sep 08, 2011 5:14 pm
by mr smith
Mike357 wrote:Response from Tayside Police as below -
Apologies for the late response however the subject you have highlighted has raised considerable discussion at this end and at the moment I am seeking clarification on this matter in conjunction with other Scottish Police Forces so as to ensure consistency of approach.

I will come back to you as soon as I can with the information you are seeking however should you wish to discuss the matter further then please do not hesitate to contact me on the following number.


Just found this Mike,case of wait and see.

Re: A Max's now categorised as expanding ammunition

Posted: Thu Sep 08, 2011 6:04 pm
by Robin128
It would be nice if we knew that our gun law was based on common sense, was clear and that we were being utterly compliant.

:|

Re: A Max's now categorised as expanding ammunition

Posted: Thu Sep 08, 2011 7:26 pm
by dromia
Just had a look out the window there Rob and there were not pigs going over so looks like you are out of luck mate. :(

Re: A Max's now categorised as expanding ammunition

Posted: Thu Sep 08, 2011 7:48 pm
by Robin128
;)