PCP pistols and FAL required.

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   Just for your information...
I'm wanting to import a target PCP air pistol (.177 cal).

Asked the FSA what's needed.

Their reply...

"In response to your question ‘Do I need a pistol endorsement to own and use the PCP target air pistol?’

- a PCP air pistol and air pistol are both considered a restricted 
airgun which require a a permit to import with a special reason provided
 and, the applicant is not required to hold a firearm licence.

 However- a PCP air rifle would be considered a specially dangerous 
airgun pursuant to section 2 of the Arms Act 1983 and as such a permit 
to import with a special reason provided and, the applicant is required 
to hold a current firearm licence".

I'm a bit surprised about no FAL needed for a PCP air pistol (although target grade pistols are not a high power thing).

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Grey Kiwi Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Member Joined: 09 Jan 2022 Location: Richmond Status: Offline Posts: 8	Post Options Post Reply Quote Grey Kiwi Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: PCP pistols and FAL required. Posted: 18 hours 1 minutes ago at 1:59pm
	Just for your information... I'm wanting to import a target PCP air pistol (.177 cal). Asked the FSA what's needed. Their reply... "In response to your question ‘Do I need a pistol endorsement to own and use the PCP target air pistol?’ - a PCP air pistol and air pistol are both considered a restricted airgun which require a a permit to import with a special reason provided and, the applicant is not required to hold a firearm licence. However- a PCP air rifle would be considered a specially dangerous airgun pursuant to section 2 of the Arms Act 1983 and as such a permit to import with a special reason provided and, the applicant is required to hold a current firearm licence". I'm a bit surprised about no FAL needed for a PCP air pistol (although target grade pistols are not a high power thing).

mercs Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 25 Apr 2020 Location: Stratford Status: Offline Posts: 298	Post Options Post Reply Quote mercs Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 12 hours 4 minutes ago at 7:56pm
	British air pistols are generally 6 ft/lbs or less which is sufficient for 10 metre targets. Even without FAL requirement they remain difficult to import hence the rising value of quality pre-owned units.

Grey Kiwi Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Member Joined: 09 Jan 2022 Location: Richmond Status: Offline Posts: 8	Post Options Post Reply Quote Grey Kiwi Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 11 hours 55 minutes ago at 8:05pm
	Yes, too true. It may help that I'm in a TSNZ associated club. I already know what I want... http://https://www.preciholesports.com/air-pistols/pp55-match-pro There is new version due in October, so I will wait. On that note...how many folks in NZ have even heard of Precihole? They are a big player in India and apparently make some really good gear.

KiwiTR6 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 04 Nov 2022 Location: Stratford Status: Offline Posts: 348	Post Options Post Reply Quote KiwiTR6 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 9 hours 58 minutes ago at 10:02pm
	I applied recently to import a PCP pistol but my application was denied even though it was a single shot model which I intended to use at our local range. My appeal was declined and my complaint to the PCA got zero traction. An appeal though the courts was an option but this was going to cost me an estimated $1500-$2000 for a gun that was going to cost $700 landed. My reading of the situation is that because PCP pistols don't require an FAL to own in NZ (currently), our enforcement agency uses the import permit system as a means to control and limit the number in circulation. That is not to say that you won't succeed with an application, but I have my doubts as the main airgun retailer here tells me that he is unable to get a permit to import multi-shot CO2 pistols. That said, I have previously imported three PCP rifles and have another sitting in Customs currently. Of course, all of these have been added to the Firearms Register so they know where they are. Re the Precihole, I understand they are an Indian made product that have been taken up by Air Arms in the UK as their lower priced offering. The pistol I wanted to import was an Artemis made by SPA, as are a lot of this type of products these days, often the same guns marketed under different brand names. I have a Diana Outlaw .22 which is made by Snow Peak Airguns and it performs very creditably. Have you tried contacting Magair in the Waikato? They sell a range of PCP target pistols (Steyr from memory).
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