a new high water marrk for prices?

[5thBatt]

Big Duke


NZ might not have the strong economy but it does have one huge advantage.

And I mean huge.........you can own and shoot a Bren, Sten ......pretty much whatever takes your fancy. And their cheap.

Have a look at Gun City in Christchurch. Gun City Firearms Dealer | Paintball | Firearm Accessories | Hunting and Ammunition - LEUPOLD, LED LENSER, TIKKA, SILENCER, PAINTBALL, ... - Gun City

Not quite correct, you cannot fire a Bren, Sten etc in NZ unless you have what is known as a "theatrical licence" which is for making movies & re-enactions & then ONLY blanks.

NZ has a basic firearms licence that covers all "sporting arms" you can get "endorcements" on that licence to own/fire certain types
B, Pistol: allows ownership & firing, limited to 12 handguns.
C, Collectors: allows ownership of pretty much anything but NO firing.
D, Dealers: self explanatory.
E, M.S.S.A.: (Military Style Semi-Auto) allows ownership & firing of SLRs, AK47s, AR15s etc in their original configuration.

B,C & E require permits to purchase plus additional security etc
When it comes to purchasing 'A-cat' firearms (which covers the SMLE etc) you can walk into a gunshop, show your licence, pay & then leave with the rifle, no need to inform anyone in authority & no restriction on numbers owned.
I can be back at home after a auction, posting my latest purchase for all to see, within 4 hours of bidding & its a 2hr 20min drive home.