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Please sign change.org petition and share far and wide
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mundaire » Tue Nov 05, 2019 9:44 pm
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RKBA
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Humble request to share as far and wide as possible.
Regards,
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While petitions can help raise awareness, they don’t always result in immediate, tangible change. To drive significant impact, consider engaging in...
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Last post by Samuel420
Thu Sep 12, 2024 4:09 pm
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Sun Apr 23, 2023 11:36 pm
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Fri Aug 16, 2024 7:10 pm
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Info regarding Arms Rules 2015 - Message from NAGRI
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mundaire » Thu Jan 21, 2016 6:38 pm
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Important information regarding Arms Rules 2015
Dear Friends,
We are writing to solicit your support in ensuring that the upcoming the ARMS RULES...
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This strategy could effectively amplify our voice and potentially create meaningful change. By utilizing digital platforms and social media, we can...
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Last post by Josephroy
Tue Nov 07, 2023 1:25 pm
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Tue Sep 06, 2016 5:27 pm
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Expected code of conduct - MODIFIED
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mundaire » Wed Mar 28, 2007 4:27 pm
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Hi All,
Based on feedback from the membership, as well as much deliberations amongst the moderators here, we have decided to make some (rather...
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I have posted a few times, but no proper introduction. So, I am going to do that now with a set of pictures to boot! :)
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Last post by caracass77
Sat Jul 26, 2014 3:25 pm
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Gun Safety
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Mack The Knife » Mon Jun 12, 2006 8:25 pm
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Was browsing through some old notes and came upon the following. It was written by Mark Beaufoy of Coombe House, Shaftsbury, Dorset, England in 1902...
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I largely agree. But the idea behind it was to show bad things can happen very easily. Caution advisable with guns.
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Last post by Peacefulguns
Tue Apr 02, 2024 7:53 am
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Celebratory gunfire - a potential safety hazard!
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art_collector » Mon Apr 23, 2007 8:13 am
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....a eleven year old child died at a marraige ceremony while dancing as he was hit by a bullet and another was seriously injured. Wish the gun owner...
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After going through the posts in this thread, I will just stress on one point - India is a country with very strict gun laws - irresponsible...
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Last post by ritamrudra
Sat Aug 27, 2022 2:43 pm
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Serial Numbers,Years of Manufacture&Proof-Marks
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Vikram » Sat Aug 25, 2012 6:41 pm
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One of the often asked questions here is about serial numbers and years of manufacture.
This file provides you serial numbers and corresponding...
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One of the often asked questions here is about serial numbers and years of manufacture.
This file provides you serial numbers and corresponding...
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Last post by sathvik
Thu Oct 19, 2017 1:28 am
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The Gun and It's Development-W.W.Greener-Free Download
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Vikram » Wed Mar 23, 2011 9:35 pm
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'The Gun and It's Development' by W.W.Greener is highly recommended to anyone interested in firearms.You can download it here in a PDF format.If you...
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Very interesting stuff.. thanks for sharing such gems
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Last post by captrakshitsharma
Tue Jul 19, 2016 8:08 pm
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Historical Research - Rigby Rifles for Rajah Narrain Appa Bahadoor
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MCJ » Wed May 12, 2021 4:56 am
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I recently became the proud owner of a beautiful John Rigby & Son 10-bore hammer double rifle with Indian provenance that I am attempting to trace....
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This is my paternal great grandfather and this picture was uploaded by me to Wikipedia
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Thu Nov 21, 2024 11:30 pm
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Last post by Ambi
Thu Nov 21, 2024 4:59 am
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R B Rodda, Lyon & Lyon, Manton & Co Calcutta
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AlanDavid » Thu Jan 26, 2017 8:20 am
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All the above famous names had a long established presents in India.
Is anyone aware of any records for these firms still being in existence,...
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Hi: John Rodda. My gt. Gr. Father r.B. Rodda looks like we have him as a common ancestor. I would like to talk to you further on this. Cheers, Moira
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Last post by moiram
Thu Nov 14, 2024 3:07 am
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Striker fired pistols ( clarification needed )
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tarun0034 » Wed Nov 06, 2024 2:58 am
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Hello guys !! I wanted to ask something i came across about striker fired pistols , can they go off on their own if we put a round in the chamber ? I...
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Thanks to both the gentlemen tarun and timmy , as always a worthy discussion on IFG , And as always timmy (Sir) you are always spot on , thanks for...
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Last post by Lever Action
Thu Nov 07, 2024 11:15 pm
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Comments on what we do at IFG and sad news
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timmy » Mon Mar 18, 2024 3:32 am
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Fellow gun lovers:
As you may know, IFG is here to advocate for legal gun rights for responsible citizens. This site is available to all who wish to...
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There was a time I used to watch his videos almost every day.
He contributed a ton in the fire arms community and was no less than a legend to us....
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Last post by Snahashis Das
Sun Oct 20, 2024 9:00 am
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Last post by dsingh
Tue Oct 15, 2024 8:18 am
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WW-2 era British Guns
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Div_704 » Wed Aug 28, 2024 11:16 am
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Are World War-2 era British Indian guns (pistols and rifles) still available anywhere in India? Can they be purchased by civilians ? Which models (if...
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there are many.
some preserved and maintained in original condition.and some in bad
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Last post by drshamsherrana
Wed Aug 28, 2024 11:59 pm
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What is your EDC (Everyday Carry)?
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kanzakibullet » Wed Oct 26, 2022 7:42 pm
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Hi,
I have been watching a lot of videos about people explaining the different items they carry everyday like guns, knives, multitools, etc (EDC -...
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Generally I carry the following on a daily basis :
Cellphone
Wallet
pocket knife
Ballpoint pen
pencil
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Last post by Div_704
Wed Aug 28, 2024 11:12 am
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How Burris scopes are made - factory tour
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timmy » Sat Jan 27, 2024 5:06 am
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Here is a recent video of a Burris scopes factory tour.
It is actually quite interesting and informative (even if the person presenting is an...
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Those are really good scopes .. but its hard to find here.. anyways.. nice to watch
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Last post by pekavet
Fri Aug 16, 2024 7:25 pm
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Need advice, newbie here.
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ritwik » Sat Jul 27, 2024 3:00 am
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Hello everyone,
Hope everyone is doing well. After lurking here for a few years i have finally decided to apply for a shotgun gun licence. This is...
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Okay, thank you all.
Hope the DM gives me the licence, fingers crossed.
Any updates on your progress, sir?
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Last post by WhoCantBeNamed
Wed Oct 02, 2024 7:01 pm
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NSP rifle
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Vikram Shokeen » Fri Jun 22, 2018 10:12 am
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Dear team,
My father is a ex- army officer and has a 3°3 rifle , which he bought from India ordinance factory Jawalpur, He is old now and wants to...
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I have 30 carbine as NSP weapon. Issued to my grandfather (1969). It was transferred to us. After filling writ in high court & lot of meeting with...
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Last post by sukirtishobhan
Wed Jun 26, 2024 9:31 pm
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Another Sad Example of a Decaying Legacy
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Mr.Shome » Mon May 27, 2024 11:39 am
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Greetings Everyone!
Felt like sharing this article (disappointing is an understatement).
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Mr. Shome, this is a bad sign. When people forget who they are and what has shaped them, improvement and wisdom isn't likely to follow.
I have guns...
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Sun Jun 02, 2024 12:01 am
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Forging damascus Steel Barrels – The Rarest of Skills
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Vikram » Thu Mar 21, 2024 1:52 am
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The text and photos below are from the following link. Simon Reinhold is the author.
Painstakingly made and beautifully patterned, damascus...
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A very interesting body of information, Vikram! Thanks for sharing it with us!
I am again reminded of the foolishness of my youth. I recall a fair...
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Last post by timmy
Fri Mar 22, 2024 12:06 am
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Last post by thesinfulsaint
Wed Mar 20, 2024 9:07 pm
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Shooting interesting guns -- British video
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timmy » Sun Mar 03, 2024 1:02 pm
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Here is a fun British video where the hosts shoot a variety of interesting guns:
The first part covers shooting a matchlock musket, a Brown Bess...
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M-H fan here
I’ve gone further down the rabbit hole with a wildcat .17 fireball variant in a cadet action.
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Last post by eljefe
Sun Mar 03, 2024 3:08 pm
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Issue of UIN no
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vasanthm » Sat Feb 03, 2024 12:38 pm
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I have recently been issued an arms license for a pistol in Karnataka. I have got the letter and also the licence book but have been told that the...
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I want to bring to the notice of all license holders,that your license book is not a legal document if you don't have a UIN on it, as per the Arms...
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Last post by veeveeaar
Tue Feb 06, 2024 4:02 pm
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New licensee, need your advice
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gb123 » Fri Feb 10, 2023 2:34 pm
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Hello everyone,
Finally got my license and was allowed to bring home a dbbl inherited from my father. I need your advice on a few things:
1. I dont...
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buddy lots of Indian manufacturers are coming in with various models in different calibures.
one need to evaluate each before buying as quality may...
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Last post by drshamsherrana
Sat Jan 13, 2024 11:51 pm
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Want to import AEG airsoft Gun for Defence based project
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Ravikeshav » Wed Nov 08, 2023 7:57 pm
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Hi, we are a startup we recently got a project in that we need Recoil based guns, I seen that AEG Guns has automatic Recoil also and want to import...
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Is it possible to share your company details. We can develop a semiautomatic airgun.
Thank you.
can you mail your company details ASAP
Thank...
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Last post by guru050
Sat Nov 25, 2023 3:02 pm
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RTFM
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eljefe » Sun Oct 29, 2023 4:24 pm
Even for a Luddite like me-means READ THE FREAKING MANUAL
Thank you all members for your interest in guns, and signing up to be here.
YOU ARE A...
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Last post by eljefe
Sun Oct 29, 2023 4:24 pm
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International police expo pragati maidan delhi
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pokhar » Wed Oct 25, 2023 12:08 am
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Hello all,
Can anyone tell about these weapons, are they available in India for civilians arm license or it's only for force.
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These are usually international manufacturers who display their products at many exhibitions across the world.
India seems to be developing as a...
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Last post by eljefe
Wed Oct 25, 2023 2:04 pm
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What "combo" would you choose?
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Shivaji.Dasgupta » Mon Oct 23, 2023 8:12 pm
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Hunting is prohibited by all means. So forget it. Secondly there are a good no of renowned hunters available in contact with govt. Bodies , if there...
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PADB Shotgun is considerable option for home defence.
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Last post by Southpaw013
Tue Oct 24, 2023 7:56 pm
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Powder for 45-70
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thesinfulsaint » Fri Sep 15, 2023 8:27 pm
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If anyone has or does reload for 45-70, I have very recently acquired a rifle in this caliber and would like to start reloading for it. Seems to be...
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Firstly, let me mention what I believe to be the reloading powder business model: Powder factories are set up to meet the needs of institutional...
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Last post by timmy
Tue Oct 10, 2023 4:43 am
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30 carbine & 38 webley revolver
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sukirtishobhan » Sun Sep 24, 2023 12:09 pm
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Where fresh ammo 30 carbine & 38 webley revolver । can get?
Don't highjack another thread -- open a new one when your post is a new topic. thank...
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.30 carbine - you'll only ever find ww 2 surplus ammo in India, some may work but its iffy and highly dependent on how the ammo was stored.
Fresh...
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Last post by Vineet
Tue Sep 26, 2023 8:42 am
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Does Indians Invent Gun & Technology ?
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rajitkg12 » Sun Aug 20, 2023 7:25 am
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Dear Friends,
Since From Childhood I Had This Question Of Belief That Guns And Rockets And (Other Technology As It's Not Relevant Here And I Am Not...
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@Shivaji Dasgupta
Dear Sir,
Thanks for very informative insight.
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Last post by rajitkg12
Tue Sep 12, 2023 7:25 pm
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Unclaimed guns news
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kps_dhillon » Fri Sep 08, 2023 9:28 pm
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Came across this interesting news piece on unclaimed abandoned guns with gunhouses of delhi on youtube.
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Interesting video. Sad to see Kushwant Singh's gun lying with the dealer unclaimed. Thank you for sharing.
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Last post by Vikram
Sat Sep 09, 2023 12:09 am
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Defence Expo 2023
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Pratipalsinh Jadeja » Wed Aug 30, 2023 11:38 pm
Does anyone know where and when will the defence expo take place?
IF so, where is the registration and other formalities
The earlier expo was held...
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Last post by Pratipalsinh Jadeja
Wed Aug 30, 2023 11:38 pm
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What does the Vikram Lunar Lander tell us about guns?
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timmy » Fri Aug 25, 2023 2:43 am
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We are all pleased and impressed with the Chandrayaan-3's Vikram Lunar Lander being successfully placed on the Moon's South Pole.
PM Modi's...
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So, I am thinking, while guns have some involved technical aspects, they do not require the technical resources of Chandrayaan-3. This indicates to...
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Last post by Vikram
Fri Aug 25, 2023 8:56 pm
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Enquiry on antique handguns
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sumanngon » Wed Jan 18, 2012 2:26 pm
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I have two handguns, an authentic antique which belonged to my grandpa are EM Reilly Double barrel pistol and JR Cooper Pepperbox percussion revolver...
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in india the value of vintage is less.
truly speaking after the cancellation of third weapon from license,piles of 12 bore guns are stacked and value...
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Last post by drshamsherrana
Sat Aug 19, 2023 9:44 pm
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Regarding approval of live firearms license
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nEErd » Sat May 13, 2023 9:19 pm
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I currently do not own any live firearms or pellet-based airguns since I'm underage. However, I'm interested in owning a handgun(preferably imported)...
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You can only import a firearm if you are a renowned shot or are transferring residence from overseas.
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Last post by dev
Mon May 15, 2023 7:21 pm
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Replacement cost of IOF Ashani pistol Cap spring return.
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saikya » Wed Sep 23, 2020 1:27 pm
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Dear All,
Please suggest the cost of replacing Ashani pistol Cap spring return. Recently I lost one. That cap spring keeps falling, the quality is...
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Hello vineet sir,
Could you please suggest suitable adhesive to fix it.
Regards
Fevitite. Apply little and carefully because it shouldn’t get on...
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Last post by pokhar
Sun May 14, 2023 3:00 pm
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Gun Owning Rights for H1-B and similar immigration status
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akashsingh » Mon May 08, 2023 10:26 pm
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Please sign this petition if you support fair access to guns with regards to safety for H1-B holders which are predominantly Indian brothers and...
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And regardless, it's there.
And, it will go.
As will you.
As a newb, to life and guns, and this forum in particular, youthful enthusiasm is...
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Last post by eljefe
Wed Oct 25, 2023 7:38 am
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Possesion of Curio Weapon
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abhijeetsports » Sat Mar 25, 2023 3:34 pm
Respected Seniors,
I have read the thread about Curio weapons on this forum. However, few points are not clear to me, like can a licensed holder...
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Last post by abhijeetsports
Sat Mar 25, 2023 3:34 pm
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Cost of old shotgun cartridges
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Sam Kunal » Tue Apr 16, 2019 9:00 pm
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Hello,friends and Senior Members..I wanted to know how much do old cartridges of various make cost in your city. KF costs about 70 in my town..
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I have these 12 gauge cartridges.and 4 are 16 gauge.all these are imported.12 gauge 30 and 16 gauge 16.I have lot more
but they are shaktiman and...
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Last post by Sam Kunal
Thu Mar 23, 2023 11:54 pm
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Regarding PB and NPB arms and ammunition.
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nk4344 » Sun Mar 19, 2023 2:40 pm
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Hello everyone,
Is there any official website/notification/forum where we can check the details regarding prohibited and non-prohibited arms and...
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Any type ammo used by the security forces is prohibited for civilians.
No, this is not true. 12 bore pump action is used by Armed forces yet its...
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Last post by hornet22
Tue Mar 21, 2023 8:51 am
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My first gun
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Malhi17 » Thu Feb 23, 2023 12:20 pm
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I got my arm license in Jan 2022.My first choice of weapon was a pistol 0.32 or 0.45 as it the best option for concealed carry and I heard about many...
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Interestingly that modified RFI is my first gun too..hardly fired around 25 rounds through it but not a single ftf or fte. It is too early to comment...
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Last post by Malhi17
Mon Mar 06, 2023 11:55 am
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Having 2 weapons (same category)on a single licence.
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ashrafi1 » Fri Feb 10, 2023 11:58 am
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Dear everybody,
Yesterday I was speaking to an arms dealer who seems to be well acquainted with the arms rules told me that you cannot have 2...
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Thanks Vineet and Anand for your valuable reply.
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Sat Feb 11, 2023 2:14 pm
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Last post by ozk009
Thu Jan 26, 2023 10:42 am
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I want to sell a weapon
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wingcosethi » Sat Jan 21, 2023 11:25 pm
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Can I mention on the forum that I want to sell a weapon. I thought that will need some conditions to be met before a member is allowed to advertise...
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I Am sorry if I messed up. I have read the rules and i am not very clear. As regards high jacking some ones thread was not me intention. My mail was...
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Last post by wingcosethi
Sun Jan 22, 2023 7:33 pm
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Thu Jan 12, 2023 9:22 am
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Last post by timmy
Thu Dec 22, 2022 2:24 pm
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Mikhail Margolin - The Blind Firearms Designer
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Vikram » Sun Dec 18, 2022 9:02 pm
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I accidentally stumbled upon his name recently. There are several articles about him if you like to read more about him.
The text below and the...
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It seems Mr. Takács would have won a couple of more gold medals, had the War and silly limitations not intervened. He has quite a record. While I'm...
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Last post by timmy
Wed Dec 21, 2022 2:11 am
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Joint arms licence
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Bharadwaj VS » Sun Oct 16, 2022 1:42 am
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Hello All,
I got my arms licence approved this month for.22 & 12 bore DBBL weapons,
I would like to apply another joint licence on my name and my...
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Yes you can carry. Time depends on how applications are processed at your district arms branch.
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Last post by Vineet
Sat Dec 03, 2022 2:07 pm
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Cartridges collection
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Deepraj patil1616 » Wed Nov 23, 2022 1:57 pm
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Guys, I wanted to know that is there any way in law which allows to collect different caliber cartridges or shells ?
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no
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Last post by Shadmohammed
Wed Nov 23, 2022 3:17 pm
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Writ Petition Civil 15001 of 2022 in Hon’ble Delhi High Court
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hdn » Sat Nov 05, 2022 4:08 pm
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Dear All Members,
A fresh PIL before the Hon’ble High Court of Delhi vide No WPC 15001/2022 was filled and Union of India, Sports Ministry, MHA,...
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why not file petition for treating .22 Air Rifle as Non Firearms or Increasing the Firearms Quota from 2 to 3 , than making our fellow shooters life...
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Last post by Shivaji.Dasgupta
Thu Nov 17, 2022 10:12 am
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Prohibited and non prohibited bore in India.
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ozk009 » Thu Oct 27, 2022 11:05 pm
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What are the possible rationale behind restricting responsible gun owners in India to limit their choice to NP bore only. Any insights?
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I can't say that I've ever seen a movie featuring a 32 Auto, other than James Bond movies. The modern ones have modern guns, not the famous 007...
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Last post by ozk009
Mon Oct 31, 2022 6:07 pm
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.38 Special Effective Against Wyoming Grizzly Bear
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timmy » Fri May 06, 2022 2:12 am
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There has been a lot of discussion on these forums regarding proper cartridges to use for self-defense and for hunting. The article I'm including...
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Despite Shooting Himself, Wyoming Hunter Says Handgun Saved Him From Grizzly
Published on October 26, 2022October 26, 2022 in News/Hunting/Grizzly...
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Last post by timmy
Thu Oct 27, 2022 1:02 pm
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