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killick said:
Hi, I am in Nova Scotia and am a bit confused about the process for purchasing a hand gun. I have a current PAL(R) and am in the process of joining an approved gun club. This is where the confusion enters. The gun is in Newfoundland and this will be my first restricted firearm purchase. Any clarification on the order of procedure for dealing with the registration, obtaining an ATT and expediting this purchase would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks;
Earl
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Step 1: Join an approved shooting club.

If you have not yet decided on a club, your CFO can help you identify an approved shooting club in your locality. When you have joined the approved shooting club, the club will explain - step-by-step - the process that you should follow.

Step 2: Pay the Seller.

The Seller will initiate the transfer by calling the 1(800) 731-4000 number. The Seller will be provided with a Transfer Reference Number. The Seller will then provide you with the Transfer Reference Number so that you may then call 1(800) 731-4000 and complete your portion of the transfer.

Step 3: Complete the transfer.

Call 1(800) 731-4000 and complete your portion of the transfer. The RCMP-CFP will forward the file to Halifax, to the CFO. The CFO will confirm your status (e.g.: a bonafide member of an approved shooting club) and then - usually - sign off on the transfer. In time, the transfer will be approved and the RCMP-CFP will notify the parties involved. Once the transfer has been approved, any individual who is going to physically move the restricted firearm from where it is (to where it is going) will require an Authorization To Transport (ATT) from his/her provincial CFO.

Step 4: Telephone your CFO to obtain a short-term ATT.

Once the transfer has been approved, any individual who is going to physically move the restricted firearm from where it is (to where it is going) will require a valid Authorization To Transport (ATT) from his/her provincial CFO. This may be obtained by contacting your CFO, and it may be issued immediately, over the telephone or by facsimile.

Step 5: Apply for a long-term ATT.

Using the proscribed form, apply to your CFO for a long-term ATT. This may take weeks to process. The completed Authorization is usually mailed to you. And, in Nova Scotia, each time you buy or sell a restricted firearm your long-term ATT may be amended and a new Authorization, with a new number, may be mailed to you.
 
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well i've done a lot of research online and they seem to be the most consistently positively reviewed handgun under $1000. i have heard of some recoil spring issues with the gen 4 so i would probably go with a gen 3.

a number of folks are telling me to go with a .22 but those just don't appeal to me at all. 9mm rounds although not cheap are less expensive than .45,.40 or .38. those were my main deciding factors. but if a glock dont feel right in my hands no matter what anyone says i wont buy it. tha'ts why im also considering a beretta 92fs.
 
Forum Help

Hey folks,

I'm trying to Reply to posts in the Shotgun Exchange section. When I click Reply I get an error that I don't have permissions to post there.

Thoughts?
 
I shoot mostly service rifle, and precision rifle, but also muck about with some handgun stuff. I also reload, and have about 3-4 different presses setup in the shop(s).
 
Wendell said:
Step 1: Join an approved shooting club.

If you have not yet decided on a club, your CFO can help you identify an approved shooting club in your locality. When you have joined the approved shooting club, the club will explain - step-by-step - the process that you should follow.

Step 2: Pay the Seller.

The Seller will initiate the transfer by calling the 1(800) 731-4000 number. The Seller will be provided with a Transfer Reference Number. The Seller will then provide you with the Transfer Reference Number so that you may then call 1(800) 731-4000 and complete your portion of the transfer.



Step 3: Complete the transfer.

Call 1(800) 731-4000 and complete your portion of the transfer. The RCMP-CFP will forward the file to Halifax, to the CFO. The CFO will confirm your status (e.g.: a bonafide member of an approved shooting club) and then - usually - sign off on the transfer. In time, the transfer will be approved and the RCMP-CFP will notify the parties involved. Once the transfer has been approved, any individual who is going to physically move the restricted firearm from where it is (to where it is going) will require an Authorization To Transfer (ATT) from his/her provincial CFO.

Step 4: Telephone your CFO to obtain a short-term ATT.

Once the transfer has been approved, any individual who is going to physically move the restricted firearm from where it is (to where it is going) will require a valid Authorization To Transfer (ATT) from his/her provincial CFO. This may be obtained by contacting your CFO, and it may be issued immediately, over the telephone or by facsimile.

Step 5: Apply for a long-term ATT.

Using the proscribed form, apply to your CFO for a long-term ATT. This may take weeks to process. The completed Authorization is usually mailed to you. And, in Nova Scotia, each time you buy or sell a restricted firearm your long-term ATT may be amended and a new Authorization, with a new number, may be mailed to you.
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Thanks Wendell. I kind of lost track of this post but the info is appreciated. I have joined a club, (C'ptn Kid Rod & Gun), and have tried out a couple of hand guns. Also had my Marlin 39A out to see how it shoots.

Earl
 
Hi All, New to the site (just herd about it) not the hobby. Im based out of Truro, NS. Ive been hunting since I had fingers long enough to pull the trigger, recently started getting the milsurplus/ service rifle itch. Im a member of the MV rifle & revolver club, im there atleast once a week. Looking forward to taking my rpal in the fall to open my options up to black rifles.
 
Truro Guy

hey all i been kicking around NB most of my life and now living in truro. I was wondering if anyone could tell me where or if theres any ranges in the truro area? I hear theres one at vallahala but not sure if its a public range or personal range? I appricate any help thanks all
 
Im not 100% sure if they have a range at their clubhouse as I dont have any dealings with them. You can go see them, their clubhouse is out on the Pictou Rd alittle ways past the Moutain golf course. There is the gov't range in debert (the DNR runs it), its only around 100yds long and is usally all booked up in the fall. You have to call the DNR office to book range time.
As I said in my last post I go the Musquodoboit range, You have to be a member or a guest accompanied by a member but It is truely a nice place to burn some powder.
 
Valhalla is a really nice range. Clubhouse and whatnot as well as separate pistol and rifle ranges including a 1000 yard go at a steel mill saw. Haven't joined yet but checked it out with a member friend of mine and it looks pretty great. Was going to join this year but the scope on my target rifle calfed on me early in the spring so I didn't bother, just plinked at my local 100yrd range in Pictou County.
 
anorris said:
hey all i been kicking around NB most of my life and now living in truro. I was wondering if anyone could tell me where or if theres any ranges in the truro area? I hear theres one at vallahala but not sure if its a public range or personal range? I appricate any help thanks all
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Gun Clubs in NS?
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=454090>
 
Don'tkillbill said:
Hey all.

Old Newbie in PEI. Just send in my PAL appllication. Looking to join a range and get a lever action cowboy shooter maybe an old enfield. Something a little differnet to do on the weekend. Maybe try deer hunting. Anyone else on PEI on this board?

Bill
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Old newbie here also, use to shoot 15-20 years ago, got my restricted/non-restricted last year, looking into buying a handgun and target shooting, just getting ideas about what to buy.
I would also like if someone could take me to the range and give me a little practice with whatever handguns they have.
 
Question

Hi All,

Got my PAL/RPAL and have applied to Atlantic Marksmen Association for membership. I will be a temp member till I pass their safety course. My question is....will I be able to buy a restricted gun and apply for a temp/trans to the range or will I have to wait to become a fulltime member.

Cheers
 
Hello all!

I have finished my safety course for my PAL/RPAL and I am waiting to get them in the mail. I am looking to get into handguns here in the Halifax area, I'll probably want to join the Atlantic Marksmen Association. I'm hoping to find a mentor.

I used to shoot 22s when I went to the club outside of Kentville as a youth. I've only shot handguns once at a range out in Calgary a few years ago. Even though I passed the firearms saftey course at NSCC easily, it would be really great to find somebody who wouldn't mind showing me the ropes with handguns and around the club. I would pay for any ammo I used.

I would be really grateful if somebody would be my mentor.

I am interested to know the answer to your question Gnostic since I will be in the same boat.
 
The Gnostic said:
Hi All,

Got my PAL/RPAL and have applied to Atlantic Marksmen Association for membership. I will be a temp member till I pass their safety course. My question is....will I be able to buy a restricted gun and apply for a temp/trans to the range or will I have to wait to become a fulltime member.

Cheers
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This is a question that is best posed to the NS CFO. I believe that in order to get a long term ATT you have be a full member.

I doubt Sean would sign the membership confirmation form, or whatever they call that piece of paper you have to send in for your long term ATT, without at least your full membership. I defer to Sean for confirmation but you might want to call the CFO office to confirm their minimum requirements.
 
Thanks everyone that replied to my post. I got my membership package from the club. It include a recommendation for a one year ATT. I will be going to the club this Sat.getting aquinted with things and finding out where I go from here
 
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