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FAC Shotgun for clays

Posted: Fri Sep 27, 2013 9:48 am
by CDM5
Probably a stupid question but just wanting to be clear.

On my FAC it states that my shotgun can be used for target shooting and for shooting vermin.

I'm going along to a clay shoot where FAC shotguns are welcome.

Is clay shooting classed as target shooting?

Thanks

Re: FAC Shotgun for clays

Posted: Fri Sep 27, 2013 10:08 am
by Dangermouse
Not in most peoples interpretation, though you will read on here that some FET's interpret the guidelines differently.

Target shooting normally means paper targets,

DM

Re: FAC Shotgun for clays

Posted: Fri Sep 27, 2013 10:14 am
by phaedra1106
It needs a condition adding to your FAC, it's a free one :)

Re: FAC Shotgun for clays

Posted: Fri Sep 27, 2013 10:51 am
by CDM5
Thanks for clarification.

I'll put it in with my next variation.

Re: FAC Shotgun for clays

Posted: Fri Sep 27, 2013 10:52 am
by CDM5
Also, I think the FEO said I'd require a house alarm if I have more than 9 guns.

Is there any standard it has to be?

Re: FAC Shotgun for clays

Posted: Fri Sep 27, 2013 11:07 am
by Sim G
Have a look at the Home Office issued Firearms Security Handbook. It specifically states that the number of firearms held cannot be used on it's own for requiring alarms...

Re: FAC Shotgun for clays

Posted: Fri Sep 27, 2013 11:08 am
by techguy
That's interesting Sim... our FEO told me I'd need an alarm if I want more than 10...

Re: FAC Shotgun for clays

Posted: Fri Sep 27, 2013 11:11 am
by SevenSixTwo
Five or more, here I think it is.

While I'm here, what's the definition of 'sporting'?