Advice

[Donkey Basher]

The irony.

Reading.
Writing.
Arithmetic.

The kids have no chance...

There will doubtless be a generation reading this that'll think we're both gaga or have been on the sauce a bit early this evening

 

[hairlesshunter]

Go for the cal your most likely to use most eg fox / deer 243 . Deer / fox 308 or other

 

[AndyTheSilent]

Over here in D&C for first CF they require you to have either a mentor or DSC1 plus suitable land

 

[ib1513]

You are unlikely to be granted a .243W with a 'deer condition' if you haven't completed the DSC1 first, That is not the Law, but it is what most Police Forces require, as they can make up their own rules to a degree.
However, if you have a reasonable FEO he/she may be willing to support your request for a .243W variation if you provide evidence that you have booked a DSC1 course.
With a bit of luck, and assuming the process takes as long as it often does, you will qualify for the DSC1 and your new FAC with .243W will land in your letterbox in the same year.

Not my expirience at all, ive no DSC1 and got.243 straight away, its more important to the Police to show you have permission land that supports the calibre, have a mentor and know your shooting safety, ie back stops.

Not once was or have been asked about DSC1.

 

[gsxrhunter]

Get your rifle as you have permission and get your DSC1 and 2 at a later date

 

[Tazz]

I hope this is the right section. I’m looking to get into stalking. Currently have a Fac with rimfire’s and permission that has a few fox and deer.

My question is do I put in for a .243 variation and buy a rifle first or complete a DSC1 first? I will be doing both at some point but sadly doing both at the same time isn’t possible right now.

I’m sure this is personal preference, but want to know peoples thoughts.

Thanks in advance.

You don’t “Have” to do stuff like DSC or secure permissions however if you want to greatly increase your chances of getting your first CF ticket the more you can show the better your chances. Most FEO’s put store in to DSC certs as it shows commitment, other opinions will follow

 

[DevonRifle]

As said before contact your FEO and ask him/her. It is different in each area.