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Firearm training centers
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marine1
Honorary Master
Will e mail you
Go and speak to the chaps at Southern Arms in Wynberg. Excellent training facility and a good bunch of blokes.
http://www.southernarms.co.za/Default.aspx
http://www.southernarms.co.za/Default.aspx
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marine1
Honorary Master
Yeah or Dave sheer - I know the guys @ southern - good guys
Thanks alot guys, going to make some calls on Saturday when places are open again, I want to get this done asap
If I had a firearm yesterday, the 2 little bitches that stole my laptop wouldve spent freedom day in hospital, or a coffin
If I had a firearm yesterday, the 2 little bitches that stole my laptop wouldve spent freedom day in hospital, or a coffin
@OP..... You would probably only get it next year if you started the process today, don't want to burst your bubble but its a long process, I know....I waited 3 and a half years for mine and only got it last year, however the process has been jacked up, but expect on average 10-14 months from start to end.
Also looking at over R1000 for it to be done.
Also looking at over R1000 for it to be done.
The sad part is, this is true. It is a long process, and spot on with the R1000- price tag. However, I have found that submitting your application for competency and your application for icence to possess at the same time streamlines things quite a bit, so try and do that.
Don't let anyone tell you you cannot submit your licence application along with your competency. They are taking a chance. You can submit them both the same time.
Don't let anyone tell you you cannot submit your licence application along with your competency. They are taking a chance. You can submit them both the same time.
Wait time is down to around 3 months since decentralization of the licensing process
marine1
Honorary Master
Nivek sorry man been missing you. Did you come right? If not please drop me a mail.
No it's not.
1 of the guys that work with me is in the process of applying and he waited 4 months for his competency and his got processed in pretoria this month.
A few words of advice....
1) You can submit competency and license at the same time....don't let anyone else bull**** you otherwise.
2) You don't need to wait for a stupid certificate of competency from pretoria, get you local cop shop to print it for you (once it has been approved), yet again....don't let them bull**** you otherwise.
3) Rash them on a regular basis.... Don't give them a break, otherwise you just become another number and not a name.
1) You can submit competency and license at the same time....don't let anyone else bull**** you otherwise.
2) You don't need to wait for a stupid certificate of competency from pretoria, get you local cop shop to print it for you (once it has been approved), yet again....don't let them bull**** you otherwise.
3) Rash them on a regular basis.... Don't give them a break, otherwise you just become another number and not a name.
+1
Honestly, it's not as daunting a task as everyone makes it out to be. So long as your have your ducks in a row as far as thr paperwork and application go, and you have a solid motivation, chances are you will get it.
I personal recommendation for anyone looking for a firearm, especially a first firearm is to look at getting it licenced nder Section 15 of the Firearms Control Act, which is for occasional sport shooting instead of Self-Defense. It is generally considered to be easier to get (not quicker), and so far as the Act is concerned you can still use it ia self-defense situation. There's a lot of controversy around the various types of licences, and a lot of ncertainty especially for new-comers.
The logical steps to follow then is:
- Join a shooting organization of sorts. I always advise IDPA under the guidance of SADPA (www.sadpa.co.za)
- Do the proficiency training and get your proficiency certificate.
- Apply for your competency and Licence same time.
- Have a good motivation, and start mingling in the "right" circles with like-minded people.
Once the licence has been processed for your Section 13, then you can procure an additional handgun for Self Defense. I know, I kow, you already have a handgun now, but trust me, you are going to want another one...
If anyone has any questions or need help with anything, just drop me a PM. Like I said, I've been through the process more than a couple of times and I'm more than happy to help.
I personal recommendation for anyone looking for a firearm, especially a first firearm is to look at getting it licenced nder Section 15 of the Firearms Control Act, which is for occasional sport shooting instead of Self-Defense. It is generally considered to be easier to get (not quicker), and so far as the Act is concerned you can still use it ia self-defense situation. There's a lot of controversy around the various types of licences, and a lot of ncertainty especially for new-comers.
The logical steps to follow then is:
- Join a shooting organization of sorts. I always advise IDPA under the guidance of SADPA (www.sadpa.co.za)
- Do the proficiency training and get your proficiency certificate.
- Apply for your competency and Licence same time.
- Have a good motivation, and start mingling in the "right" circles with like-minded people.
Once the licence has been processed for your Section 13, then you can procure an additional handgun for Self Defense. I know, I kow, you already have a handgun now, but trust me, you are going to want another one...
If anyone has any questions or need help with anything, just drop me a PM. Like I said, I've been through the process more than a couple of times and I'm more than happy to help.
The_Ogre
Honorary Master
Guys what does the competency application involve, what do I need to do? I think it will be a bit difficult for me to get through as I am almost completely blind in my one eye. Srothman can you perhaps advise me on that?
marine1
Honorary Master
I think you are going to have an issue. Can you shoot? Can you hit the target?
Look if you can shoot and hit it then I do not see an issue.
Look if you can shoot and hit it then I do not see an issue.
The_Ogre
Honorary Master
I've never even held a gun in my hand, let alone shoot
I think I should go to one of these training centers and find out for myself before I set my mind on getting a license.
Having a firearm is just one of those things thats on my radar, but I don't want to waste my time if I know I won't be able to get it
The competency certificate involves two things:
1. A Proficiency test.
This includes two components. Knowledge of the Firearms Control Act (Unit Standard#117705) as well as the Handle and use of a handgun/shotgun/self-loading rifle or carbine/manually-operated rifle or carbine. It will most likely be the handun standard. (Unit Standard#119649).
Both these standards are test-based, and you have two exams on each of the subjects. Nothing moajor, and common sense should be enough to get you through.
After this you will usually go to a shooting range and you will need to place 10 shots on an A4-sized paper from around 7 meters.
2. Competency Application
Thsi is an application you fill out, and submit it along with your proficiency test, some ID photos, some fingerprints and three references that speak to you being a good person.
A big part of the competency application has to do with you proving you are a responsible person not prone to violence, etc. and that you're generally a nice guy. At this point you don't have to motivate for a firearm yet, and you can do this seperate from the licence application, although if you do both same time they generally tend to move a little faster.
1. A Proficiency test.
This includes two components. Knowledge of the Firearms Control Act (Unit Standard#117705) as well as the Handle and use of a handgun/shotgun/self-loading rifle or carbine/manually-operated rifle or carbine. It will most likely be the handun standard. (Unit Standard#119649).
Both these standards are test-based, and you have two exams on each of the subjects. Nothing moajor, and common sense should be enough to get you through.
After this you will usually go to a shooting range and you will need to place 10 shots on an A4-sized paper from around 7 meters.
2. Competency Application
Thsi is an application you fill out, and submit it along with your proficiency test, some ID photos, some fingerprints and three references that speak to you being a good person.
A big part of the competency application has to do with you proving you are a responsible person not prone to violence, etc. and that you're generally a nice guy. At this point you don't have to motivate for a firearm yet, and you can do this seperate from the licence application, although if you do both same time they generally tend to move a little faster.
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