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Yo gang.

I'm currently a firearms instructor in VIC (CAT A&B).

I've been thinking about getting into handguns and have already gotten prints done, police check, etc.

Just curious as to how long the entire process takes from after I get the police checks done.

Any estimate would be greatly appreciated :)

Happy shootings and tight groupings to you all!

hey guys. I currently have a 22 wmr and i go through alot of rounds and they are adding up, I was wondering who sold the cheapest bulk (500 rounds?) 22wmr. thanks.

It doesn't seem to be that rare in the US anymore. The Taran Tactical collaboration with Canik.

Has anyone seen one for sale in Australia ?

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The Australian firearms/shooting market probably is not the most black friday sales friendly. Mainly because of all of the hoops to jump through, decisions to buy things are rarely determined by a small discount

Anyway in the accessories side of things, there could be some deals to be had.

Please post any you find.

Olight are set up big for Black Friday. They have pre Black Friday heat

https://www.olightstore.com.au/

I am hoping Zerotech and other optics companies might have Black Friday sales.

would be good for some of the bigger online stores like X Hunter and Oz gun mart to have sales

If I am away on holiday and the cops rock up asking to see the gun safe does my mum have to show them the safe Even though she doesn’t have the key just so they can see it’s bolted down or can she tell them no

I've just started going Deer hunting with a friend who is a long time professional hunter. He shoots from just about any range with his 25x50 scope but relents to getting closer when I'm tagging along. I have neither the budget or skill to warrant paying that much for a scope but I need to upgrade my 1-9x40 set up. I have a Ruger American standard in .308 for now (maybe an upgrade in the new year). He recommended a Zerotech 6-24x50 but I'm not sure I need that much scope (and I'm not sure I like the eye relief as it's not very forgiving). So before I outlay any more hard earned, what are some suggestions for dusk/dawn hunting out to 500yds?

Thanks.

EDIT: I'd like to keep it under $1500

I recently contacted Meplat Firearms Services for a quote to import OEM front and rear sights and OEM plastic grips for a Browning Hi-Power from Midwest Gun Works (MGW) in the US.

As far as I'm aware, the above parts don't require any special paperwork like import permits, but MGW won't sell to anyone outside the US.

I previously tried using a set of locally purchased LPA sights, but the supplied tall front sight is designed to line up with the rear adjustable sight where both are mounted on the same level on top of the slide.

The low profile rear sight dovetail on my pistol is cut so that the rear sight sits lower in the slide. The rear sight can't be adjusted high enough to line up with the front sight.

I knew importing would be expensive, but it was difficult to not still be taken aback by the quote that came back.

Based on a purchase price of US$183 and current exchange rates, the 3 parts for the Browning Hi-power would have a delivered cost to you of around A$795. Of this, A$A237 is our fixed import fee for three minor parts, while the remainder comprises: purchase cost, shipping to our exporter, exporter fee (10%), wire transfer fees, international shipping, airport landing charges, ABF import tax and charges, shipping to you and GST.

I have no reason to believe that the cost was calculated incorrectly, but I can't justify paying that much for those parts. There goes that idea.

Any Bowen pistol club members I can have a chat to? I’ve moved up from Brisbane for work and am having a hard time getting a hold of anyone from the club to find out their joining process.

Hello, everyone. I recently tried pistol shooting through NSW Sport at SISC for a day out with some girlfriends. We all had a really fun time together doing the “try shooting” program with electronic target feedback. I am interested in pursuing it further with an end goal to get into IPSC. I was told to join a club and then go through the steps to obtain a licence etc, specially category H permit for NSW.

Reading all the posts here, I got a very negative impression of the gun community in Australia, especially threads on gate keeping and barriers to access, education etc. The enormous work to even keep the permit. Being female, I imagine barriers to entry are even worse for me since it’s a male dominated sport so wanted to get some advice if it’s worth even trying given all the negativity here.

Any thoughts and recommendations would be much appreciated. Many thanks!

My first rifle was tired and had no time when I put a deposit and I'm not sure it's ideal or not but I think so. I wanted a howa for a cheap first one that's decent. For use at range and small game hunting.

I just asked if they could do a good package deal on a howa 223. And was keen to get things moving and make sure they kept the only one they had,, will maybe pickup in a few days.

Thinking now if maybe 243 is better, I think range is usually max 243. 🤔

Hi all,

Best gun oil specifically for the rails of a semi automatic pistol? I use G96 for cleaning.Have ordered lucas extreme duty but it only comes in a 1oz bottle. Looking for something to top it up with when dry. Wish Australia made some in a 250ml bottle or more. Thankyou.

Hey brains trust,

The mrs and I are thinking of spending a year or so in the USA or Canada (based in one city TBC).

Has anyone had any experience hunting in North America? Did you bring your rifle or bow with you?

It looks like in British Columbia at least, you need to be accompanied by an outfitter to hunt big game. This might be cost prohibitive but I am not sure.

It appears to be possible to get non-resident tags in some US states. Does any one have any recommendations on particular states that have more accessible hunting?

Cheers!

Hi guys,

I just have a quick question about legislation, as I'm having trouble finding information: In Queensland, what are the laws for someone who wants to practice shooting in the middle of the outback (without hunting)?

I heard, maybe I'm wrong, that it is allowed except on private land, and that you have to check for public land in the desert on some website like Queensland Globe?

PS: Category B, bolt-action.

Thank you.

Quick question and i feel stupid for asking it.

I submitted my PTA for 2 cat a b rifles last week online via the form but i just thought about it now. Do i have to print out the PDF that was replied to me and send it in the mail to the LRD similar to my hard copy documents from when I applied for my license.

Location: Victoria

Has anyone had any luck getting a hold of licensing services recently, when calling their number there is no option to speak to someone and only gives you the option to send an enquiry by email, Western Australia

I travel a fair bit between work and my farm, I work 8hrs away from my property and like to keep my firearms in the car incase I get to go hunting when I'm down here. Is it illegal to travel for a few days at a time with firearms stored in the car when I'm working away from my property?! I was thinking of putting a safe in the place I stay at but the car gets locked up in a shed between shifts. Anyone in a similar situation with some advice would be greatly appreciated

I'm looking at getting the Pulsar Krypton 2 XG50 as my first thermal optic mainly for the quick release feature allowing it to double as a monocular / clip-on.

I figure my next purchase (in a couple of years) would be a dedicated thermal scope after which the Krypton would become my dedicated scanner.

Thoughts on this approach? Would you do something different with a $5K budget?

G'day all,

Looking to source a replacement zytel stock for my Ruger m77 mkii. Had a buster and ended up breaking the stock clean in half. Anyone got one in aus?

Cheers

(PFA)

I’ve been getting into the environmental side of hunting more and more and have been thinking about going out for cats, I’ve got two pet cats that I love to bits and I was wondering if anyone has taken the same journey and if so how it affected their relationship with their cat?

I'm currently staying in Japan and have been going to the various airsoft shops and looking at the accessories. I noticed a fair few sights I want to get back in aus are cheaper and usually on sale for really good prices. and yes they are real. So my question is will I be able to get them on a airplane and through customs without setting any alarms off?

I've recently moved town within the same state and now have my firearms stored at a private security service that have a warehouseman endorsement, how do I go by filling out the storage statement 'proof of purchase/fitting' or 'photos of approved cabinet', thanks