Thinking about applying for FAC

[jmj121 30]

Hi Guys,

 

Im thinking about applying for FAC posibly for a .22 rim.

 

I have been vermin shooting on a livery yard for 4 years, with a <12fp PCP airrifle and not i think its time to upgrade !

never having a FAC before what do you guys suggest ? how hard would it be to get a FAC, in the BUCKINGHAM area ?

 

The problem is that for the last year or so the land has seen increasing bunnies, and as there are horses on the land. its important to keep the numbers down. The land is about 100 acres and the land owner is happy for me to control the bunnie population. As i have been there for 4 years as an owner of horses. So fully undertand how the yard works and respect the horses ( we have had problems brining in other guys to control the bunnies, and they have not respected the horses on the yard)

 

I was thinking about a 22LR Rifle & .22LR Sound Moderator

 

what can you guys suggest, i will be contacting the FLO for advise ASAP.

 

Thanks

 

Jason

[paulus 26]

be carefull with a 22r/f around horses, a ricochet is not recomended. the stud farm i shoot on i only use fac air as 17hmr is to noisy aswell

[jmj121 30]

Yea, thats also a consideration... Very true !

 

What are FAC Air like ? what sort of killing distance can you expect ?

 

i also expect that the FLO, would favor a FAC Air more as a first application ?

[paulus 26]

Yea, thats also a consideration... Very true !

 

What are FAC Air like ? what sort of killing distance can you expect ?

 

i also expect that the FLO, would favor a FAC Air more as a first application ?

i tend to sit up near to warrens 40 -60 yard mark i carnt do this hitman style shooting like some

[jmj121 30]

so you recommend a FAC air.... any suggestions.... currently using a Weihrauch HW100 < 12FP and its good for about 35-40 Yrds...

[paulus 26]

so you recommend a FAC air.... any suggestions.... currently using a Weihrauch HW100 < 12FP and its good for about 35-40 Yrds...

worlds you oyster really. ive got a rapid in .20cal veriable power 3 settings 12/27 and 42flbs

[jmj121 30]

what about a moderated RIM ? and noise level ???

[paulus 26]

what about a moderated RIM ? and noise level ???

22lr quieter than fac air, hmr gives a good crack

[The Duncan 802]

or another HW100 FAC version - less to get used to as you've already got a sub 12er.

 

I've shot around horses in paddocks a bit with rimmie and been fine with no issues, but obviously you have to be very aware of where the horses are at all times.

 

I'd say go for both FAC air and .22lr, the worse they can say is no.

In our area (TVP) they've started asking for new rimmie fac applicants to go out with a short term mentor to gain at least a bit of practical experience before they will grant an fac.

I don't think this is exactly legal on their part, but I'm 'mentoring' someone else from N Bucks on monday with rimmie and hmr. Then I have to write a statement to describe the outcome and my opinion of their shooting safety knowledge.

[The Duncan 802]

what about a moderated RIM ? and noise level ???

I've got an HW100 and a .22lr HW60J - the rimmie to me (and lamping pard) is quieter.

[jmj121 30]

Ok, so now im well confused.....

 

I understand the ricochet argument, BUT want to be able to have distance...

 

But noise, is a major factor......

[jmj121 30]

Sounds like TVP are asking for mentor's before they consider a FAC, but how on earth do you find one ? or do they have a list of people.......

[paulus 26]

Sounds like TVP are asking for mentor's before they consider a FAC, but how on earth do you find one ? or do they have a list of people.......

there is no legal requirement in law if they try appose it via basc, sacs ect.

[jmj121 30]

Maybe a chat to the fire arms officer, is a good starting point...

[paulus 26]

Maybe a chat to the fire arms officer, is a good starting point...

could be