.22lr, .17hmr

[elvolcan 0]

hi

i need either a 22lr or .17hmr (prefereable both) for rabbit shooting on my land.

i have tried using a .22 air rifle but it doesnt have the required range or accuracy.

i have 18 acres overall would this be enough to apply for an FAC?

the land is split up into several peices: one 6.5acre field, one 3 acre field, one 5 acre field and one 2 acre bit of woodland.

the land is quite hilly so shooting into the ground should provide a safe a backstop

 

let me know what you think, any help would be great!

alex

[riohog 5,939]

the acredge seems abit small for a fac grant but it depends on location and your licencing dept ask them

[weejohn 3]

what distance will you be shooting at?

 

i would go for the 17hmr, the .22 can be scary at times when you get the dreaded ricochet.

have you thought about the fac air rifle ? if i could afford one of these i wouldnt bother with the .22lr.

[Deker 3,491]

Both would be useful but your land may well cause a problem!

With the biggest space 6.5 acres you may even struggle with FAC air rifle!!

 

You need to talk to your FEO on this, and without being funny, his response may well be...Improve your stalking skills with the 12ft lb air rifle! or buy a shotgun!!

 

ATB