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Going, going and almost gone!

#1 Post by Sandgroper »

Well, that's me now sans firearms and shotguns with the last one delivered yesterday - Cheers dave_303 for the cuppa and your hospitality :good:

So now it's just a mad dash to get the last few pieces sorted before flying out to the Falklands wtf 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! fingerscrossed
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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 :)
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#3 Post by Polchraine »

I believe they even have the Internet down there.


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#4 Post by Sandgroper »

Polchraine wrote: Sun Jan 09, 2022 8:27 pm I believe they even have the Internet down there.
Only just...https://www.sure.co.fk/broadband/broadband-packages/ :o
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#5 Post by lovemunkey187 »

Sandgroper wrote: Sun Jan 09, 2022 8:40 pm
Polchraine wrote: Sun Jan 09, 2022 8:27 pm I believe they even have the Internet down there.
Only just...https://www.sure.co.fk/broadband/broadband-packages/ :o
wtf great googlymoogly

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#6 Post by 1066 »

That sounds like an adventure - The Falklands have a long tradition of target shooting.

Falklands team at the Imperial meeting, Bisley.
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#7 Post by Dark Skies »

Will you be flying out via Brize Norton?
I've oft considered working out there to get away from the UK for a spell.
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#8 Post by shoppe »

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.
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#9 Post by Sandgroper »

Yep, flying out of Brize Norton...
shoppe wrote: Mon Jan 10, 2022 7:38 pm 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.
It was a good little session and great to catch up with you. :good:
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#10 Post by Sandgroper »

Christel wrote: Sun Jan 09, 2022 8:24 pm 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 :)
Will do but my contribution towards upkeep for the forum with have to be in FK£ for the next few years! ;)
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