sikamalc
Administrator
Due to the recent event of a registered firearms owner having been held at knife point by two potential buyers of one of his advertised weapons Admin wishes to point out that although this was in no way attached to this site we would seriously recommend the following precautions being taken by any potential sellers of firearms.
1. Before even attempting to meet any potential purchaser, make sure you have proof of the potential purchasers full name, address, landline number, mobile number and email address.
2. Prior to meeting them ask for a copy of their FAC with proof of their suitability and permission to purchase the calibre of weapon you are offering for sale, via Email.
3. Do not accept or invite strangers into your home and show them your security measures or firearms unless you are absolutely confident that they are genuine.
4. If needs be make an arrangement to meet them at your local gun shop or RFD to show them the rifle.
5. Do not meet anyone on your own or in an area where you are isolated. Never invite them to your home. If they call round un anounced, turn them away, do not let them in.
6. Try and check them out with references before meeting up. The Shooting world is a small one, most people know others and who they are. Ask for references. If they are reluctant to send a copy of their FAC and their right to own the rifle, turn them away and report it to the police.
7. If you are in any way suspicious contact their local constabulary to enquire if they are genuine.
At all times be safe and careful, its unfortunate that we have people who are out to gain access to legally held weapons, but this is where its up to us to be extra vigilant and cautious. If in doubt BACK OUT.
1. Before even attempting to meet any potential purchaser, make sure you have proof of the potential purchasers full name, address, landline number, mobile number and email address.
2. Prior to meeting them ask for a copy of their FAC with proof of their suitability and permission to purchase the calibre of weapon you are offering for sale, via Email.
3. Do not accept or invite strangers into your home and show them your security measures or firearms unless you are absolutely confident that they are genuine.
4. If needs be make an arrangement to meet them at your local gun shop or RFD to show them the rifle.
5. Do not meet anyone on your own or in an area where you are isolated. Never invite them to your home. If they call round un anounced, turn them away, do not let them in.
6. Try and check them out with references before meeting up. The Shooting world is a small one, most people know others and who they are. Ask for references. If they are reluctant to send a copy of their FAC and their right to own the rifle, turn them away and report it to the police.
7. If you are in any way suspicious contact their local constabulary to enquire if they are genuine.
At all times be safe and careful, its unfortunate that we have people who are out to gain access to legally held weapons, but this is where its up to us to be extra vigilant and cautious. If in doubt BACK OUT.
