Quick question about length

[steve853]

Hi everyone

I just bought a cheap “tactical” shotgun, and I am wondering if I can put a folding stock on it.
Can anyone advise on whether this is legal for the UK? I think tha barrel has to be over 24”, but is there an overall length restriction as well!

Regards

Steve

[steve853]

Sorry, should probably mention that it’s a Section 1 semi auto

[RDC]

40 inches.

[steve853]

So that’s a no for the adjustable stock then?

Bugger.

[TRG-22]

Can S1 pistols be smooth bore, or do they have to be rifled?

[Sim G]

Smoothbore. There’s a plethora of them in either flintlock or percussion. Shot pistols for humane dispatch still have to comply with 12/24.

[TRG-22]

So...



14" barrel, 26" O/L

[RDC]

So...



14" barrel, 26" O/L

It's a pump action so therefore must comply with 24/40 rule.

[Ovenpaa]

Can S1 pistols be smooth bore, or do they have to be rifled?

Smoothbore. There’s a plethora of them in either flintlock or percussion. Shot pistols for humane dispatch still have to comply with 12/24.

You can also own a rifled revolver with any length of barrel if it is a muzzle loader (Cap and ball) I have several examples here.

[TRG-22]

Again I find myself asking about rules out of "academic interest" - I'm a very analytical person.

Does "muzzle loading" mean just the projectile, or does it have to be the charge as well?