How much does classification affect your choices?

Kevin M. said:
Classification does not effect my purchases at all. I only buy restricteds anyways, I don't approve of, nor condone the use, purchase, or ownership of any NR rifles/ shotguns, and as such have sold all of mine.
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Good for you, but that's hardly going to keep hunting alive as part of Canadian culture, now, is it?
It may not be "your thing", but if I can support ALL firearms ownership, I guess I would expect you to as well.

Of course, there is a small chance you are being facetious - hope so, because otherwise your attitude is part of the problem, not the solution!
 
Having restricted firearms does severly limit what you can do with a firearm and where you can take it . It will be interesting to see if and when the gov. changes , how many of the current non restricted black rifles and shotguns will be made restricted or a prohib. ; why are all firearm owners punished for the acts of the few ?
 
I was a hunter in my younger years, now I am not nor will I ever be again, I like the little furries too much.
I own quite a few non restricted, but they're not for hunting.
But that being said, I also understand hunters/farmers/ranchers and their need for non restricted firearms so I support them and their non-restricted firearms, I would hope they also support me and my passion for target and sport shooting with my restricted firearms.
 
Handguns are restricted. You have no choice. If you want to own one of the big 3 classes, you got to get an RPAL.

Rifles on the other hand - you have choices. You can go non restricted. Therefore given the choice, I choose non restricted. I don't want to be restricted. I don't see the value in restricting myself. People think that they are giving it to the man by buying restricted rifles, but you're not giving it to the man because you still have to ask the man's permission to take it anywhere.

My things, I take it where I want to (within reason - and the middle of nowhere is within reason!!).
 
It makes very little difference to me, I own non-restricted rifles and shotguns for hunting with and restricteds for range fun. I owned handguns for a while before I talked myself into a restricted rifle, seeing a range only rifle as a useless thing. Then I really looked at where and how I shot and realized that at least 99.5% of my rounds are fired at a range. Once I got over that hurdle, I bought my first AR and found out that I had been missing out.

I agree with those that say everyone should get their RPAL, we need the numbers badly. Thinking that this doesn't affect non-restricted gun ownership is very naive, the anti's will go after the hunting rifles and shotguns as soon as they have eliminated the handguns and semi-auto long guns. We either stand together or we get picked off one by one.


Mark
 
I wanted a cool black rifle in 308 win. Classification did affect my decision because rather than getting an AR10, I looked into options that are non restricted so I can hunt or just use it out in the field. I ended up opting for the Kel Tec RFB. I would still like AR10 and AR15 rifles, but at this stage, I am starting with things I deem to be more generally practical. I did get the RFB with hunting and 3gun in mind.

I did get bit by the bullpup bug though, and if that Kel Tec RDB pans out, I'll probably be getting that before an AR, or other restricted rifles. Though the Tavor is looking attractive too... :)
 
It does affect me in the sense I have trouble justifying an AR15 purchase. I really want to get one, but it keeps getting bumped for other toys that come along without the red tape involved. I will eventually get one!
 
cheier said:
I wanted a cool black rifle in 308 win. Classification did affect my decision because rather than getting an AR10, I looked into options that are non restricted so I can hunt or just use it out in the field. I ended up opting for the Kel Tec RFB. I would still like AR10 and AR15 rifles, but at this stage, I am starting with things I deem to be more generally practical. I did get the RFB with hunting and 3gun in mind.

I did get bit by the bullpup bug though, and if that Kel Tec RDB pans out, I'll probably be getting that before an AR, or other restricted rifles. Though the Tavor is looking attractive too... :)
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Seems like my progression, i have the tavor now looking at a dd or noveske or knights
 
I hate to admit it but yes pretty heavily for me.
I can't find any justification at the ridiculous prices we pay for many restricted guns in this country to deal with the unbearable bulls*t of ATT's, the piddly #### measuring contests and politics of gun clubs and their "leaders, it's such a pain in the ass.

That being said however I am a member of a club and I do own 1 x AR15a1 style and my ol' TT33. But I have absolutely zero interest in more restricted guns.

Don't kid yourselves brothers, we're going to lose this fight. That's the bottom line. It's just a matter of when.

But I'll fight it to the bitter end, and we all must.
 
I have a RPAL and like my handguns but I also like taking my rifles camping. The only thing holding me back from getting an AR is I cant take into the bush.
 
To me it doesn't matter. I own multiple AR's and multiple non restricted black rifles. I just pick a couple to take with me each time I go out depending on where I'm headed.
View attachment 8715 Why limit yourself to one when you can have many? :D
I also have 5 handguns but don't play with them as much as I should.
 
Ruger Mini 14 Target Model Ranch Rifle 0.223 is a great rifle and very well built. I love mine it is heavier with the Laminated Stock but I put a packback sling on it for carrying. Guns are really a personal choice however this is a nice gun and very accurate and functions flawlessly.
 
I prefer non-restricted firearms so I can take whatever I want to shoot into the fields/bush whenever I want. Had restricted in the past but did not like the limitations of a shooting range. I have friends who like there ar15's and such and prefer the ranges. It is always personal preference - what fits for you.
 
If you own a lot property and have the means just build your own range and get CFO approval for you country folks.. More restricted owners the merrier, the attitude or logic by many on here should give you guys a gage at to why we are still losing this fight! If it's not economical I can see that point in most ways, but getting your RPAL and spending $600 on a restricted is not that much money for most people in Canada, hell you can buy an AR lower for what $150 ??? There is strength in numbers, that is how you crash the system, the Antis are betting on many types ofopinions expressed here in this thread to win, apathy and complacence wins the day for them.

1 to 3 million restricted owners as oppose to what ever the number is today is a real game changer, especially if all those members became members of say the NFA for example.
 
Travis Bickle said:
I hate to admit it but yes pretty heavily for me.
I can't find any justification at the ridiculous prices we pay for many restricted guns in this country to deal with the unbearable bulls*t of ATT's, the piddly #### measuring contests and politics of gun clubs and their "leaders, it's such a pain in the ass.

That being said however I am a member of a club and I do own 1 x AR15a1 style and my ol' TT33. But I have absolutely zero interest in more restricted guns.

Don't kid yourselves brothers, we're going to lose this fight. That's the bottom line. It's just a matter of when.

But I'll fight it to the bitter end, and we all must.
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I hope you are wrong , but I think you are right.....eventually firearm owners will lose the fight and the previlage to own restricted firearms.....they will not be seized , they will just become prohibs and as we age and pass on , the firearms in question will be collected and destroyed . Its not a matter of if , BUT WHEN.....ENJOY OUR SHOOTING SPORTS WHILE WE STILL CAN !
 
The responses from the members show that the government has successfully dissuaded people from owning restricted firearms by putting them into the restricted class.

Thus, the government has successful reduced the number of handguns and certain rifles that they don't like in the population.

Lots of people are crossing their arms and arguing that they will do nothing until the restricted class is removed. Be realistic, that is not going to happen in the near future. Non-participation is reflected by a shrinking number in the statistics, which further encourage the government and antis they are taking the right direction to put firearms in the restricted class and maintain the classification system.

The only way we can move forward is to get people to participate ( ie, getting RPAL and buying Restricted firearms ). When we have a bigger number, we have more say on the matter.

Every restricted firearm is a thorn to those who do not like guns. Every additional restricted firearm (and owner) costs the government more money to manage the system, and makes it harder for them to do anything about these firearms in the future. There is a difference between dealing with 20 specialty firearms and 20,000 units.
 
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Yes it affect 100% of my buying choice since i dont have my Rpal but that will change in a near future,i want my beretta 92fs and an AR 15 for sure,right now it's just a matter of familly thing,2 really young girl to take care etc ... but when i will have more time i will get it for sure and buy those 2 guns,and like other said just to piss off the gouv and antis.
 
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