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I have opted to buy firearms that are fed by common calibres. I reload for all my centrefire rifles and handguns, but not shotgun and bacause it isn't an option, not rimfire. But I also have the confidence that if I need to go shopping or even begging for ammo, there is a good chance I can find some.
Hmmm, maybe I should rethink the quiet part...
As a rule, I store a minimum of 1000 rounds per calibre.
For my AR15(5.56mm) & my other assault rifle of (7.62x39), is maybe 5 to 10 times that because they chew through ammo so fast. Same for my Ruger 10/22's (22LR).
Pistol ammo is easy to get in 250 bulk boxes for 9mm, .40 & .45ACP. Rifle ammo in .308 is in 250 boxes as well.
Shotgun ammo is bulky but varied. I keep rubber VX Star, rubber buck & rubber slugs for non-lethal defense. Then for bears I keep a 'banger' in my side saddle, 3" magnum slugs and a flare. Bird shot is cheap and is good for skeets/practice. Bulk steel cases with '00' buck shot are showing up as well. A buffet of choices indeed.
Don't store it all in one place.
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Bullet proof vests. Absolutely.
There are different levels. The form fitting 'second chance' vests are good for shrapnel and maybe light rounds.
For magnum pistol & rifle rounds, it's plate time. Plates are expensive.
I also bought flak jackets from surplus. They are thicker & bulky but a lot cheaper.
Gulf war surplus helmets are a good idea as well.
Owning a vehicle does not make a good driver.
If you own a firearm, train!
Great videos are available & many ranges have IDPA or 3-gun practice matches.
If I remember correctly, private ownership of body armour is, as of last week, illegal. Unless you are a cop, soldier or work in the security industry, you won't be able to buy body armour anymore. I'm not sure when it takes effect but I'm pretty sure the law was passed this past week. Has anybody else heard about this or am I "blowin' smoke". 😕
OK, I just looked it up. The Body Armour Control Act is an Alberta law enacted on 15 June 2012. Alberta residents have until 15 December 2012 to comply.
Boy, wouldn't that make things easier in the event of major civil unrest. 😯 I wonder how many will turn in their body armour. 😆
Those who are unwilling to defend freedom, will become unfree.
That would explain why ive been reading reports of government security agencies buying up all the hollowpoint ammunition they can get their hands on. armed civilians without armor are basically just meat to be shredded now if their is ever an uprising of some kind.
So people who currently own body armor have to give it up? or is their a grandfather clause? and does it affect all levels of body armor?
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You have to apply for a permit to have body armour. After 15 December, if you are found to be in possession of body armour without a permit you can get a fine of up to $10,000 or up to 6 months in jail. There are some types of body armour that are exempt. If you google the Body Armour Control Act, you can see the list of exceptions. From what I've learned, there is no grandfather clause.
Those who are unwilling to defend freedom, will become unfree.
any idea what the requirements are for getting a permit?
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i read on the alberta government website this quote, in regards to the body armor restrictions:
exemptions to the limitation of body armor include:
■Individuals holding a valid licence under the Firearms Act (Canada);
What do they mean by that? Someone with their PAL license can still purchase body armor freely?
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Any of us Sport Shooters do not require a permit under Section 2 of the act:
"2 This Act does not apply to
(a) safety equipment designed, intended for use, and worn by an individual, for sports or recreational purposes,"
It took me two weekends, pistol, holster, 6 magazines & holders, 500 rounds and a lot of drills & patience to get my IPSC Black Badge.
This will be the proof you own guns for sport shooting.
Hmm,
guess I'll have to talk to the missus and get reinstated with ipsc and start competing again. We stopped because she started working night shift through the weekends... Another surprise bill from a government; this time the AB tories instead of the federal liberals 👿
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The first thing they tell you in tactical training is the '3-rule' in close quarter skirmishes.
The average encounter lasts 3 seconds, uses 3 rounds within 3 meters.
Never want to see that unless my foe is cardboard & steel.
Not only does the government frown on using weapons to protect yourself but armor? Well I guess I will make my own. It may be a little thick with 12 layers of woven roving but I will do it. Conservatives my ass. Next election may be the first time since I was 18 that I will not vote. Seems pointless since they all are the same.
The article states that any device that can be worn with the intention of protecting the body from harm is considered body armor. (I'm paraphrasing, ready the rules for yourself), so I assume that includes home made body armor, not just store bought.
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