re: IDPA LEGAL PISTOL
Well,
I managed to get an e-mail from Robert this morning confirming the legality of the pistol. Thats a major relief. Thanks for all the advise guys.
Regarding the state of private gun ownership on the island. Private owners have to apply to the police for a license. It is difficult to get one. One has to be involved in business or have experienced some hardship due to a crime of some sort. Even then theres no guarantee one can get a license.
The Comissioner of Police has the final say. One can appeal the decision but there are no guarantees. Most people have 9mm pistols for there protection. Glock, Sig Sauer, Smith & Wesson, Taurus, Remigintion, mossberg are a few of the brands which have representation on the island.
Some of us prefer to import a special brand. The 1911 style of gun is relatively new to the market. Those of us who shoot regularly like the SVI or STI. Most find it too expensive for the sport. In recent times ammo has been in short supply due to US state department rules. They are now checking up on the end user. One has to be a member of a club to buy and shoot.We cant walk into a Wall Mart or sporting store and buy as much as we would like. As a matter of fact , licensed firearm holders are only allowed to carry or have in there possesion 25 rds per gun. Frankly shooting is frowned upon by the Police. We are a conservsative society.
Unfortunately crime is gaining ground in leaps and bounds. Hopefully we will find an appropiate soloution to the problem.
Till the next time
thanks a mill for the advise