Anyone had luck getting a license to carry?
- Thread starter Geof
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I think the chances of needing one is more in the city. Dope fiends, crackheads and various unsavory dirtbags are more of a threat.How about a concerted group effort to have the carry law amended? Maybe its time for a petition.
To me it makes no sense to issue carry permits to anyone who wants to carry in a city, town, village, or even on their small acreage. But for those living on a larger piece of land in a rural or forested area, it makes a lot of sense.
The carry permit should only apply for an area where large wildlife actually presents a hazard. Some years ago, bear attacks killed two people not far from where we live. We also have cougars roaming the forest around here. I carry bear spray and occasionally tote a rifle, but a handgun would be so much more effective than bear spray and easier to carry than a rifle. A shot into the ground in front of a bear likely will cause it to back off; I have seen that work.
Even politicians should be able to understand that it makes sense to allow people who live or work in a rural or wilderness area to carry a handgun. But they certainly won't - and shouldn't, in my opinion - allow urban people to carry in an urban situation.
rgv-No urgument from me, especially with decent handloads. It's just that I don't own one. I do own a 4" model 29, and a Glock 20, so it's a coin toss between those two. Or maybe I don't have to choose? Am I to understand you have more than one firearm on your permit?
A shotgun is the ticket. By the time you fumble around getting the handgun out of the pack and get around to useing it, you're lunch ! Acouple of hundred dollars gets you a Persuader and strap it on your back, much quicker. Trust me !!! And if your bent on packin' ......... just keep your mouth shut, and hope you don't need it.
I suppose, if I was just out hiking, with nothing but a lunch bag, a shotgun would be my first choice. The point is, these permits were designed for people who are in the bush, doing a job. Working in the bush usually involves packing equipment, and operating it. It's not so easy slinging a shotgun on top of the rest of your gear, and not that easy to get it into firing position. Those permits stipulate you carry the handgun in an open holster, so I'd say it's easier to access than a shotgun on your back. I think that's why they only cover a narrow spectrum of people, surveyors, geologists, trappers, etc. I'm not sure, but I'd think tree planters should be eligible, except for the fact they're usually too young.
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- Location
- Peace River, Alberta
You've always been allowed more than one, at least since the late 80's, though in the past few years others have told me they were starting to restrict you to two. I haven't encountered that myself.
If decent factory ammo was available for the G20 in Canada, that's what I'd switch to.
rgv- I bought winchester silvertip in 10mm, from P&D. They're supposed to generate almost 700 ft lbs of energy. The problem is, I had one jam in the Glock. There's nothing left but handloads for the 10mm.
I like the idea of having multiple firearms on the permit. Not every bush job is the same. Spending the night in the bush, because the helicopter gets weathered in might be a good time to have an auto, with extra clips. Spending time in the high country might be a better place to carry a big revolver. Beside that, if there's any chance of wrecking a weapon, I'd rather wreck a Glock than a mint model 29.
I like the idea of having multiple firearms on the permit. Not every bush job is the same. Spending the night in the bush, because the helicopter gets weathered in might be a good time to have an auto, with extra clips. Spending time in the high country might be a better place to carry a big revolver. Beside that, if there's any chance of wrecking a weapon, I'd rather wreck a Glock than a mint model 29.
- Location
- Somewhere on the Hudson Bay Coast
That is good to know. I assumed that my information concerning autos was good, but this proves otherwise. Perhaps there was sufficient noise from ATC holders that they reconsidered.
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- Location
- Republic of Saskatchewan
I've flown DC-3's in the Canadian high arctic for 5 years, where polar bear interactions are rare, yet a definite threat. We've always carried shotguns for back up, but a year back I applied for an ATC because I heard there was an old loop hole for bush pilots to carry legally. Any how, no joy. The Sask. firearms chief told me he had never heard of anyone successfully being granted one and if he were to grant one it would be for use in a very small geographical area for work, ie. a northern mine sight or prospect claim. Since I'm never in the same place for long that did me no good.
Also, 5 years ago I was granted long term ATT in BC/AB/SK/NT/and NU. When that expired I was told I could get my home province only which is what I now have. Anyone know anything about this change?
Also, 5 years ago I was granted long term ATT in BC/AB/SK/NT/and NU. When that expired I was told I could get my home province only which is what I now have. Anyone know anything about this change?
