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23-04-2012 7:08pmHey all I sent this message over on the VCRAI forum but I think itll get more traffic over here so Ill just copy and paste it :
To whom it may concern,
Good morning I'm interested in getting started in target shooting and your club has taken my interest I have researched the firearms licensing requirements but there where a few grey areas so I have a few questions I would like to ask if you could help me out ,
From a garda point of view do you think the following would affect my application:
1. I live in an apartment in a slighty rough area so I'm wondering if they would see that as a security issue (taking into account gun safes etc.)
2. Im 19 years old so the hopped up computer game addict stereotype may come to their mind.
3. considering my age would they consider the larger calibre rifles unsuitable for a first gun.
4.Would they consider a vintage rifle unsuitable to be called a target rifle.
5. I don't have a driver's licence, my understanding is that their are no formal laws concerning transport of firearms other than common sense.
And a few questions about your club.
1. Do you have a designated range ?
2. where are you located ?
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3. If not near Dublin do you know of any clubs that are? (many have defunct websites)
If you feel that the above wouldn't harm my application I would love to visit your club to discuss it further if that would be possible .
Cheers,
D0
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I'll try and answer some of your queries.
1. Security Issue. The fact that you live in an apartment in a "dodgy area" shouldn't preclude you from firearm ownership. The Super might decide though that a standard gunsafe mightn't be enough in your area. It is slightly possible that he might require you to have better security than the minimum requirements that most people have (eg. monitored alarm etc). This security decision is up to the Super.
2. Age Concern. You are old enough to legally apply for a firearm cert so age shouldn't be an issue.
3. You can apply for any caliber you like (legally allowable that is). However, I do think it is best to start off with a .22lr. Most of us learned to shoot with this caliber before we moved on to higher powered centrefire rifles etc.
4. A vintage rifle is totally acceptable for target shooting. There are competitions specifically for vintage rifles, and you can use vintage rifles in regular competitions too.
5. Drivers licence. As far as I am aware, you can't take a firearm onto public transport. But if you had a mate/club member that could drive you to and from the range, competitions etc, then you would be fine.
Some of the other guys on here can help you more with the clubs around Dublin.0 -
Hey Fozzy.
I'm not a member of the VCRAI, and there are those with a far greater knowledge base than i about the firearms they use, but adding to Battlecorp's response, i can help answer some of your queries as they are general firearm ones rather than specific to the VCRAI.1. I live in an apartment in a slighty rough area so I'm wondering if they would see that as a security issue (taking into account gun safes etc.)2. Im 19 years old so the hopped up computer game addict stereotype may come to their mind.3. considering my age would they consider the larger calibre rifles unsuitable for a first gun.4.Would they consider a vintage rifle unsuitable to be called a target rifle.5. I don't have a driver's licence, my understanding is that their are no formal laws concerning transport of firearms other than common sense.
However that does not prevent you taking part. Many shooters operate a "pooling" system whereby one lad drives, and others get a lift. I believ there are a good number of vintage rifle shooters all across the country so it may be possible for you to organise a lift when you wish to travel.
Here are where my answer may need confirming or correction depending on the accuracy of my replies.1. Do you have a designated range ?2. where are you located ?3. If not near Dublin do you know of any clubs that are? (many have defunct websites)If you feel that the above wouldn't harm my application I would love to visit your club to discuss it further if that would be possible .
Cheers,
D
Hope some of that helps.Forum Charter - Useful Information - Photo thread: Hardware - Ranges by County - Hunting Laws/Important threads - Upcoming Events - RFDs by County
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Thanks a lot you two , ok now that thats cleared up a few more questions:
1.when joining a club does that mean with a range included or could the VCRAI count aswell ?
2.Do I have to buy a gunsafe before Im even sure If I'll be granted a licence or not ?0 -
1.when joining a club does that mean with a range included or could the VCRAI count aswell ?
Much like other sports, and other organisations, membership of an organisation is not good reason (by itself) unless of course that organisation runs their own range. In most cases (all i think) this is not the case, and every organisation has one range they use as a "central" point for comps., and such. Other ranges then affiliate to that organisation, and comps are then held on these ranges.
So first and foremost membership of a range will be necessary. Best idea is to join an appropriate range that is affiliated to the VCRAI if this is the type of sport you wish to pursue. Then you may join the VCRAI.2.Do I have to buy a gunsafe before Im even sure If I'll be granted a licence or not ?Forum Charter - Useful Information - Photo thread: Hardware - Ranges by County - Hunting Laws/Important threads - Upcoming Events - RFDs by County
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OK thats grand , so any ranges near Dublin that would accomodate a .303 I know of a few .22 ranges0
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AFAIK there are no centrefire rated ranges in Dublin. The nearest i can think off is the midlands (MNSCI) in Tullamore, and after that An Roicht in Kerry.
There may be one nearer, but centrefire ranges need a lot more safety features, and with the release of the Range SI (622/2011) in December of last year there are new rules regarding what firearms can be used on what ranges which have made some ranges "uncertified" for fullbores.Forum Charter - Useful Information - Photo thread: Hardware - Ranges by County - Hunting Laws/Important threads - Upcoming Events - RFDs by County
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Fozzy
I'm in the same situation as yourself, I'm based in Meath and I'm 24, I'm interested in the vintage shooting myself, would love to get my hands on a LE Mk3.. *Drools* let me know if your application goes ahead and if its successful..0
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