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The legal aspects of owning, shooting, importing arms/ ammo and other related legal aspects as well as any other legal queries. Please note: This INCLUDES all arms licensing issues/ queries!
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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
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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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Last post by andy_65_in
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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Review of Arms Act and Arms policy
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pran80 » Mon Nov 16, 2009 11:48 am
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Hi All,
Kindly check out the below link
The Gov of India is revieing the Arms policy and Arms Act. Yesterday evening i saw a ticker that GOI is...
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I fully agree with eaglesharp10. Moreover MHA is also proposing a database of legal firearms so that possible...
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Last post by goodboy_mentor
Fri Apr 02, 2010 11:51 am
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How to Convert my DBBL license to Pistol ?
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james02 » Sun Jan 10, 2010 11:53 pm
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Hi Guys,
I have a firearms Licence for 2 NPB and 1 DBBL weapons.Now i am planning to buy a pistol next month.Now that i already have 3 weapons...
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yup ...thanks
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Last post by james02
Thu Jan 14, 2010 11:59 pm
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Air Rifle exempted from licence
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ivnklr » Mon Jan 11, 2010 7:50 pm
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Hi, Can anyone tell me where i can get (download) a copy of a GO or notification saying that Air rifles do not need a licence...Im desperate .... :(...
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Try this
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Last post by mundaire
Tue Jan 12, 2010 11:02 am
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Is modifying a gun legal?
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gorakhurmi » Wed Dec 02, 2009 12:05 am
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is cuting of 12 bore gun barel is legal ?
if it is how much is the smallest limit of barrel in punjab ?
is modifing a licensed weapon is leagal in...
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what is LG/equivalent cartridges?
please check the attached chart for shot sizes.LG are banned in India,not even older ammo bought before the ban...
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Last post by Vikram
Mon Jan 11, 2010 9:35 pm
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Last post by Sakobav
Sun Jan 10, 2010 8:36 pm
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The reason for gun database and more anti-gun laws:UN
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warthog » Sat Jan 09, 2010 9:28 pm
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got this from a forum
UN maneuvers to create “Global Gun Control”
January 8, 2010 · 1 Comment
In October unbeknownst to most of us, Secretary of...
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It appears NRA is aware of the above illogical move, reference
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Last post by goodboy_mentor
Sun Jan 10, 2010 1:39 pm
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Difference between Retainer & Co-Licensee
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snIPer » Mon Dec 21, 2009 2:01 pm
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Hi,
Can someone state the differences between a Retainer & a Co-Licensee.
Thanks
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Anand is right, even AFAIK there is no such thing as co-licensee, I could be wrong but I do not recall seeing this term mentioned anywhere in the...
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Last post by mundaire
Tue Jan 05, 2010 11:04 pm
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.38 bore Webley & Scott revolver
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abhishek1611 » Sat Jan 02, 2010 12:00 am
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Hi,
My father has a .38 bore Webley & Scott revolver since the last 20+ odd years(approx.). I would like to get a licence of the same bore and get...
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The .38 Bore you mention is a Prohibited Bore namely the .38 S&W or .38-200 in use by our armed forces. While it is possible for you to get a PB...
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Last post by Anand
Tue Jan 05, 2010 7:48 pm
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Sign n convey your support..
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vkjalan » Sat Jan 02, 2010 11:04 pm
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Dear IFGians,
I request all those people who have sent mails and also the hard copies to the respected Dy. Sec. Please sign specifying what they...
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If keeping a record of this helps in anyway, I've sent emails to the people mentioned in the draft's feedback, political parties and to the...
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Last post by Virendra S Rathore
Sun Jan 03, 2010 4:29 pm
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Draft Arms and Ammunition's Policy - Print Copy
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vkjalan » Tue Dec 29, 2009 12:50 pm
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Dear IFGians,
I have taken parts from all the post about the Draft Arms and Ammunition's Policy and prepared a print copy.
I welcome all the...
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Well drafted response. Wish the people who matter listen to such logic.
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Last post by Newshooter
Tue Dec 29, 2009 2:18 pm
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Any Experience-Firearm on Transfer Of Residency
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james02 » Mon Dec 28, 2009 11:25 pm
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Hi Guys,
I am planning to get one firearm from abroad on TR(owned it since 2 years),I have a firearm license in India too,Can anyone on this forum...
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I was told by customs in India that, tough i can get one firearm on TR,i Still have to get a license permit for it from DGFT to release it from local...
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Last post by Anand
Tue Dec 29, 2009 8:57 am
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7.62 pistol
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rajbir » Thu Dec 24, 2009 8:42 am
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Can i get 7.62 pistol transfer from my Father in law (ex Army) ? Pistol issued by Army.
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Thanks, i have checked that the 7.62 pistol is NPB, the licence issued by the local DM has no noting on it , saying it cannot be transfered .
Hi,...
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Last post by tarzanboy73
Sat Dec 26, 2009 6:03 pm
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Authority to carry Firearms
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james02 » Mon Dec 21, 2009 4:22 pm
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Can an arms licence holder carry other licence holders Firearms.(Not for repair or transport)
thanks
James H
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A license holder can lend his firearm to another person who has a license for a similar firearm for a limited period of time.So if a person has a...
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Last post by winnie_the_pooh
Mon Dec 21, 2009 7:55 pm
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Last post by nagarifle
Wed Dec 16, 2009 6:46 pm
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Compound Bow
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Jamo » Sun Dec 13, 2009 4:39 pm
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Hello,
Are there any legal restrictions in importing a compound bow through international shipment?
Thanks
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I am guessing that since archery is again an olympic sport you should join an archery club. Borrowing the learning from the import of air riles etc....
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Last post by dev
Tue Dec 15, 2009 3:28 pm
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SC tells Govt to legalise sex trade
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goodboy_mentor » Thu Dec 10, 2009 12:45 pm
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Keeping the morality of sex trade aside, same thing is happening with arms trade in our country. I am wondering if a PIL on similar lines can be...
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:agree: We all have seen numerous enthusiastic souls melt away once they got their prized license & firearm :roll:
What's worse is once they get...
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Last post by mundaire
Fri Dec 11, 2009 10:40 am
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double brl 12 bore license...
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sandhups » Tue Dec 08, 2009 9:52 pm
hi i have an all india valid license from J & K to carry and purchase weapon. i own a 12 bore gun with pistol grip, i have recently purchased it and...
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Last post by sandhups
Tue Dec 08, 2009 9:52 pm
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IMPORTING RIFLE SCOPES IN INDIA.
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fazalshoeb » Tue Dec 01, 2009 12:16 pm
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HI IFG MEMBERS,
I JUST WANT TO KNOW CAN WE IMPORT RIFLE SCOPES TO INDIA IF U CAN PLEASE LET ME KNOW HOW CAN I IMPORT AND PLEASE LET ME KNOW THE WEB...
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Hi Fazal,
I suggest you go through the various posts available before posting queries.
Please read the following links, they should answer your...
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Last post by m24
Tue Dec 01, 2009 7:21 pm
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carrying a licenced hand gun issued for protection
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colthead » Fri Nov 27, 2009 9:05 pm
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dear friends / gurus
please shed some light on my question
what i wanna know is that , post 26/11 ,if a citizen of india who has been issued a...
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Dear all,
This is where we all need to come together at this point. It is heard that the GOI is reconsidering the policy of arms.
Considering the...
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Last post by ajayplahane
Mon Nov 30, 2009 11:16 pm
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Arms Licensing just a big Joke
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vkjalan » Mon Nov 02, 2009 11:24 pm
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Hi,
I am From Mangalore,
This happened to me today and this is the most ridiculous thing in the world i have ever come across.
I had been to the DC...
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...moreover the bloody sod of a vendor has no business asking about the gun type or bore.
Form-A is the same for any type of gun, in fact its the...
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Last post by cottage cheese
Mon Nov 23, 2009 12:45 am
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Pump action shotgun & .30 carbine - PB or NPB?
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Vineet » Sat Apr 11, 2009 10:16 pm
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A pump action shot gun is a semi auto weapon and a .30 us carbine is also a semi auto weapon.Then why do pump action comes under NPB and carbine come...
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In India you have to show a reason to have a gun, otherwise no gun plain as simple....
The baboos forgot that after the Residency holdover British...
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Last post by eternalme
Sun Nov 22, 2009 10:09 pm
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Customs Grievances
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nagarifle » Mon Nov 09, 2009 10:56 am
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mods if these is in wrong place please move it to the right place on the forum. thanks
there seems to be great number of complaints etc against the...
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Good to know that something like this is available to Aam aadmi :D
Thanks nagarifle fo sharing this.
Br,
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Last post by highland sniper
Mon Nov 09, 2009 4:02 pm
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special license
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ABABUJAY » Fri Nov 06, 2009 7:01 pm
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hi guys,
i brought a dominator 1250 (.22) from dubai. n upon arrival i declared the same to the customs, i showed them the invoice which clearly...
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Highland Sniper,
Why, a couple of you bright and appropriately located AR enthusiasts could even write a simple request to the Vigilance wing of...
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Last post by nagarifle
Sun Nov 08, 2009 5:14 pm
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BB gun comes under Restricted goods?
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tirths » Fri Nov 06, 2009 10:06 am
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Can anyone import without rifle club membership? Will be glad if someone put some light.
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If that's the case my bad... I have a Walther PPK/S clone which shoots BBs and that reads as 4.5mm/ .177 cal, also the only other BB gun I've ever...
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Last post by mundaire
Sat Nov 07, 2009 12:44 am
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These toys are tempting
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tingriman » Fri Nov 06, 2009 3:20 pm
Dear members,
Please have a look at the following link:
They look damm good, nice gift for someone, do these things legal and available in...
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Last post by tingriman
Fri Nov 06, 2009 3:20 pm
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start a trap shooting range
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ranjitkher » Mon Nov 02, 2009 2:49 pm
I am from Pune and interested on knowing what permissions etc are required to start a trap shooting range?
I have land and the required machinery...
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Last post by ranjitkher
Mon Nov 02, 2009 2:49 pm
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As a US & Indian Citizen, can I bring my Glock 20 to India?
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AmazingGuns » Wed Sep 30, 2009 5:06 am
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I am Over seas citizen of India(OCI) means I have citizenship of U.S and India both. Is there anyway I can keep my Glock 20 legal in India? Any other...
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Hi,
I am from the United Kingdom and have just received my duel citizenship,
How do i go abouts getting a firearm license and purchasing a firearm...
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Last post by nagarifle
Tue Oct 27, 2009 6:19 am
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Legality of bringing Air Rifle alongwith Fire Arm on Tr
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tingriman » Tue Oct 20, 2009 2:21 pm
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Dear members,
While bringing one N.P. br. pistol/revolver on T.R to India from abroad, is it possible to bring one .177 air-rifle aswell or only one...
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Anand, Thank you Again,
regards
tingriman
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Last post by tingriman
Thu Oct 22, 2009 10:56 am
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Which handgun model to bring from USA under TR
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elliven » Fri Oct 16, 2009 11:17 am
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Hi all,
Thanks for the great site. I will eventually be returning to India (Goa) after several years in California.
I am going to bring a handgun...
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Thanks guys for all the replies.
I will look into your suggestions and then post again later,
Elliven
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Last post by elliven
Tue Oct 20, 2009 8:49 pm
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Last post by tingriman
Tue Oct 20, 2009 2:14 pm
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Licensed Guns & Dealers in India
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infosearcher » Mon Sep 25, 2006 9:21 pm
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Can anyone tell me where to find the number of licensed gun owners and the number of licensed gun dealers in India? Even better would be to know the...
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Dear Friends.
Singh Arms Corporation, Church Road, Kashmere Gate, Delhi., publishes Directory of Gun Manufacturers and Dealers in India. Please...
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Last post by pandian1948
Sat Oct 17, 2009 3:28 pm
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LOADING / RELOADING OF CARTRIDGES
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hock ann » Sat Apr 26, 2008 9:13 pm
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Hi members a useful information,
The Govt. of India have held in the past that loading/reloading of cartridges amounts to manufacture of ammunition...
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thanks abji
i think i have the book you mentioned. i think it is the same one you made a post about it while back. will check and get back.
cheers...
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Last post by nagarifle
Fri Oct 16, 2009 6:05 am
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arrested for knife undr arms act
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nagarifle » Sat Oct 10, 2009 6:05 pm
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not every day one reads about an arrest of a person with a knife, here is court case
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Very stupid case. Tomorrow we might hear of a case, were someone is arrested for keeping a kitchen knife of certain shape and size. At least size...
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Last post by goodboy_mentor
Sat Oct 10, 2009 7:28 pm
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Last post by Timnorris
Sat Oct 10, 2009 7:23 pm
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Import of firearm by NRI and rules and procedure to do so??
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captrakshitsharma » Tue Oct 06, 2009 10:00 pm
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Hi Folks,
My parents hold NRI status and my father would like to import a psitol/revolver. He holds a valid arms license with 7.63 broom handle c96...
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He has to have owned it for over a year, and it must be documented there. He needs to get a transfer of residence from the Indian embassy/consulate...
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Last post by BJL
Thu Oct 08, 2009 2:42 pm
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Got a call from commissioner office
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tirths » Wed Oct 07, 2009 4:28 pm
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My wife just got a call from commissioner's office regarding Arms License (shot gun) she applied for. Any lights on the query usually they have will...
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not sure maybe the reason for shotgun? with proof of club etc.
or just to say that she got the license :D
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Last post by nagarifle
Wed Oct 07, 2009 5:42 pm
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Arms act chapter II
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nagarifle » Fri Oct 02, 2009 11:18 am
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Arms Act Chapter II Acquisition, possession, manufacture, sale, import, export and transport of arms and ammunition.
3. Licence for acquisition and...
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person may... carry ...firearms or ammunition
The bearer may not use the firearm,though in certain cases the use of a firearm for self defence by a...
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Last post by winnie_the_pooh
Sat Oct 03, 2009 6:09 pm
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Importing .22 air rifel.
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jaz » Wed Sep 30, 2009 1:34 pm
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Could any body tell how some people returning from europe bring .22 airrifels with them and get its cleared from airport authorities.
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check out the airrifle import thread
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Last post by nagarifle
Wed Sep 30, 2009 2:04 pm
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Chat with Mumbai Police Comissioner 'BAN on Import Firearms'
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ravi.sharma » Wed Sep 02, 2009 1:04 pm
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Hello All,
Due to the constrain of space in the subject area, i wasn't able to type the entire subject, i.e., Chat with Mumbai Police Comissioner...
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For that matter even RKBA.
I have serious doubts on this part of your post.
I have been reading this discussion with interest and it sure looks...
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Last post by xl_target
Wed Sep 30, 2009 8:01 am
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regarding the permission of 4 weapon
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fazalshoeb » Tue Sep 29, 2009 12:14 pm
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hi ifg members.
i am nrai members since 2 years i would like to know whether it is legal to get 4 weapon permission if so under which arms act ....
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hi fazal shoeb,
I am attempting the same thing as I got my NRAI membership recently. This 4th weapon can only be a .22 Rifle (and no other) for...
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Last post by Anand
Tue Sep 29, 2009 5:04 pm
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Licensing issue
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vkjalan » Mon Sep 14, 2009 9:11 pm
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Dear IFG Members,
This is really frustrating and the most irritating part in the world what i am facing.
I have applied for the arms license last...
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In cities the licensing authority is the comm of police, even though the DCP signs the license.
Try to meet the DCP and if that's not happening seek...
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Last post by amk
Wed Sep 16, 2009 3:24 pm
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Importing Knives from 20North.com
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pistolero » Wed Sep 09, 2009 12:15 pm
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Hi,
I have recently seen a website www.20north.com which claims to deliver Knives and other accessiories to India.
I have checked the website and...
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Lots of info here my friend.
Check it out.
/S/
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Last post by snIPer
Wed Sep 09, 2009 1:42 pm
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What does the word GUN mean in license
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Vineet » Fri Sep 04, 2009 10:20 pm
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I had recently applied for permission to purchase a rifle and a shot gun on my license.I already have a revolver on it.But was allowed to purchase...
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In India we follow the British terminology of referring to a shotgun as a Gun , other categories would be rifle and pistol. Also, while a .22 rifle...
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Last post by amk
Mon Sep 07, 2009 6:19 pm
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import of bolt action rifles in india
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MP5 » Sun Sep 06, 2009 4:47 pm
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can we import the bolt action rifles whose bore or calibers are legal in india from any where in the world what is the procedure????
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wel come
please check out the legal section for the info requested, no point in repeating the same question over and over; enjoy reading the link...
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Last post by nagarifle
Sun Sep 06, 2009 5:38 pm
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Couriering Air rifles
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Sid_kapur30 » Fri Feb 29, 2008 12:29 pm
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Hey, considering my luck (i wonder i should even call it so), i am again in some kind of mess.
I had spoken to Dev and he knew someone in U.S. who...
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whats the code for U.K, is it easy to clear indian customs
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Last post by GOCOOL2000
Sun Aug 30, 2009 4:55 pm
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4th weapon as 30 06
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james » Thu Aug 27, 2009 12:30 am
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KIndly refer IOF website , this clearly mention that , 30-06 Sporting Rifle (NPB) will be restricted to only those persons / shooters who hold a...
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In usual circumstances , no. However it is solely the discretion of the licensing authority, especially if you already own a .22LR rifle.
best,
Rp.
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Last post by The Doc
Thu Aug 27, 2009 7:24 am
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Procedures to carry licensed arm by air
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gopal » Wed Aug 26, 2009 11:08 pm
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Dear friends
Can anybody advise me the procedures while carrying my pistol within india by air?
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i believe this has already been discussed earlier in the lea gel section.
and others so please take time and search the info you need.
all the...
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Last post by nagarifle
Thu Aug 27, 2009 6:02 am
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All-India licence and Re-registration
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icemanV » Sun Aug 16, 2009 3:37 pm
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Hi,
I am posting this on the forum again as i had not got conclusive replies in my previous post.
The Problem: I have an All India licence subject...
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Thank you Vikram and Gopal for the clarifications.
Cheers,
Harsha
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Last post by icemanV
Wed Aug 19, 2009 9:24 am
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semiautomatic
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sukirti » Tue Aug 18, 2009 7:34 pm
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How to get new liecense for semiautomatic rifle or shotgun in india.whether it is legal to buy PB weapon on NPB license .what happen if one is caught...
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Dear friend
As far as I know the license will be issued only for NPB weapons, ie upto .32 caliber pistol, revolver or rifle.You will get license for...
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Last post by cottage cheese
Tue Aug 18, 2009 8:25 pm
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LEGAL ARMS TRAINING
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doctor » Sat Aug 15, 2009 11:02 am
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After you have been granted a license for a firearm and when all the formalities of entering the details of the firearm are completed on the...
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Thanks for the valuable information doctor. This is an excellent new approach taken by Mumbai Police, an example set for other State Police to...
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Last post by tingriman
Mon Aug 17, 2009 2:09 pm
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