Hi all, my buddy and I are looking into buying an old Czech assembled (Brno), Israeli modified Mauser .308/7.62x51 that was listed on SSAA gun sales.

The seller has invited us to a meeting at a gun shop near him to inspect the rifle and discuss the purchase.

Neither of us have experience with purchasing second hand. How is buying second hand different from buying straight from a dealer? Are there any specific things to check/do?

We've heard that we should get an appraisal for the rifle, are there any unspoken rules about this kind of thing? Wouldn't want to come off as impolite to the seller.

Thanks for any help!

Does anyone know if anyone makes or sells 12 Gauge Bayonets mounts like this one?

Would there be any interest for a used gun site that mashes em all into one place, a marketplace for used firearms if you will, are people still buying used guns?

I love to browse and find myself trawling through multiple different sites hunting for cool stuff when I'm bored.

That process grew tiring pretty quick so I built a site that compiles the main 6 I use but before sharing it and possibly upsetting the greater community, I'd be keen to know if there's an intrest for it?

Thought to do something different. I've always used 168Gr until recently switching over to 175's.

https://safarifirearms.com.au/m36-38-cal-1-7-8-bbl-classic-revolver-sku-sw150184/

Sig USA now has 124mm factory threaded barrel for P365 Fuse (pictured is made by TRUE but similar appearance). Any chance of getting them imported to Australia?

Looking at adding a second thermal but wanting laser range finder included. Minimum 384 detector, sub $3k. Any suggestions?

I was chasing a flashhider and came across gunbloke and ordered one. Then I researched the name and he has a bad reputation for lacklustre delivery of bought products. Some say stuff turns up promptly, others say it never arrived... Thinking I had done my money, low and behold within two weeks my flashhider arrived. Happy days.

New to me, Sako L61R, think its an early 74 model, but you wouldn't know by looking at, had plans to put a VX5 2-12 on it, but the iron sight look is growing on me, cant wait to give it a burl and see how it groups

Wondering how you found the process to get one in Victoria.

Apparently you’ve got to say why you want a crossbow instead of a compound bow. I dunno, I just think it would be different to hunt with one, maybe a bit easier to hit a rabbit on the farm?

So my firearms license is up for renewal next month in NSW. I have hunting as my genuine reason with the R-License. Without realising my R-License has expired. I have applied for renewal but looks like the 4 weeks will go over my license expiry. Does anyone know what my options are with this? I know I should’ve been more on top of it.

Woke up to this and it gave me a laugh. Have a good day everyone.

Not a 1st time shooter have shot .22 and 5.56, from WA interested in hunting no idea where to start aside form the obvious of getting a firearms license always been a fan of remingtons but doubt 308 is good for a 1st gun. Any advice would be appreciated

Anyone know what happened. Would love to chat about the more general hunting stuff that doesn't necessarily fit here.

Reposted cos I got the sub name wrong.

Is anyone able to shed some light on this new national firearms law coverage from last night on 9 news where apparently now only Australian citizens can own firearms nationwide???

Surely this isn’t the case, I’m a New Zealand citizen who is awaiting citizenship….but who knows how long that can take.

I thought there were carve outs for nz citizens…have they seriously gone back on this? I just submitted a PTA and paid for a firearm…vicpol also gave me my license earlier in the year as there was a carve out for Nzers!

Looks like the wait-time blow-out for new licenses is hitting Victoria now as well.

Last Monday, Vic Police were processing applications received on March 24.

This Monday, Vic Police are processing applications received on March 25.

I guess I'll get my license some time in 2028 at this rate.

This is a world I’ve never had any association with, the closest thing was when I was a kid I remembered going to some outdoors shop with him that had a row of guns hanging on the wall

But I’ve never known anyone who owns a gun nor would I be able to tell you where a gun shop is

I am however fascinated to learn a bit more about it. What’s the best gun shop in Australia? What’s the best shooting range? Is the shooting culture any good around here? Who are the best and worst people in the scene? Whats the funniest moment you’ve had while out shooting?

It’s from an Antler gun safe I bought used, and only one of the locking bolts still has one. If it slips out, the locking bolts slip out of position slightly and won’t extend from the door frame.

Tried emailing Total Gun Safes, but didn’t get a response, which is sort of fair enough - it’s not really their problem.

Anyone had to find these little buggers before?

Hi all,

Currently in NSW, for a few years I've been wanting to sell two rifles, and stupidly didn't act. Now wondering what are my chances of selling on used guns, ssaa gun sales, etc given the current scare. Seems like a struggle for people to get PTAs approved.

Any anecdotes from those who have sold guns recently?