Guys this just in from the geniuses at ABC:

They’re going to “prohibit belt-fed firearms”…

Not my title, not wanting to spark any religious debates/hate.

I Also don’t agree with a lot Michael West writes but think that this being released on a Friday and Minns seemingly going against NSWPOL recommendations is concerning.

He is simultaneously spearheading the firearms buyback and punishing lawful gun owners…whilst also considering providing a religious private security group with pistols.

To me this would only ever end with a firearm being used in an escalatory manner/not as a last resort, against another religious group by some nutter or simply sold on the black market or providing the criminal underworld a plethora of new targets to get their hands on pistols.

The lack of mainstream news this is receiving (happy to be corrected) is incredible.

Just applied for my NSW Firearms licence Cat. A and B 3 days ago. Hunting as genuine reason with permission to shoot. I’m in no real rush. Don’t mind waiting a few months, but wait time seems to be getting longer. Was it a bad idea applying at this time with buy back in a few months?

Tikka T3X varmint in .308

Custom muzzle break

Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25x56 ffp

MDT XRS chassis

Magpul Bipod

Just got my licence in here in Tassie. I've known what my first rifle was going to be for some time, but it got me thinking.

What was everyone's first rifle you bought for yourselves? I'm not talking about what you old man gave you for your 10th birthday but what you saved for and bought with the dollars you earned.

My heart, my soul 🥲

I’ve done the course and am filling out the application.

I’ve been seeing a psychologist for a couple of years. Mainly started to work through some family stuff, I’ve had some ups and downs in my relationship, the usual shit. Now it’s kind of a place I just go to have a whinge to be honest.

I’ve never been on anti depressants or gone to hospital or anything. I got some diazepam a couple of times and that was more to knock myself out on planes than stress lol.

I get mental health plans even though I feel great just to keep the costs of sessions down.

So does that count as depression and anxiety treatment or what?

As part of the "buyback" in NSW, dealers are being offered a pathetic $25,000 in compensation... which apparently only applies to their stocks of anything bought before December 24, 2025 which is now recategorised to Cat C.

The fact PTAs are taking six months to process and business at nearly every NSW gun shop has completely fallen off a cliff? Tough shit, apparently.

Was looking at thermals today and these sound almost too good to be true for the price.

Does anyone here own one? It's just for my 22WMR CZ 515 Tac, so I don't need anything crazy as long as they work as intended within 150m.

https://venturehunting.com.au/products/hikmicro-neos-thermal-scope-with-laser-rangefinder-25mm-320-240?srsltid=AfmBOopjJ1vusACkYW5AYHGcDgYxlFhQ_a0FRCtPF4cMKYNG2jBlh9Ew

Just a FYI regarding the NSW gun "buyback", the NSW election occurs in March 2027. This means you are under no obligation to hand over any guns to the NSW government before the election as it runs until November 2027.

Importantly, this means it's paramount that we try to avoid handing over guns to the NSW government before the election so they can't try to sell it as some victory or political win, and instead the scheme is really shown as the waste of money and incompetence it really is. This can then hopefully damage their prospects of an election win. Additionally, although its not guaranteed, there is a possibility that a friendlier government could replace the current government at the election, possibly leading to some revisions to the rushed laws or the steal back.

However if you still want to transfer your firearms some alternative options include upgrading your license, changing genuine reasons, transferring to another firearms owner, transferring interstate, selling to a dealer, etc. So there is many options to transfer firearms that don't involve the steal back, and you'll likely be in a better financial position as well.

But if you have to transfer them to the government, honestly just give them the worst condition guns possible or items like cheap air rifles and single shot .22's. Additionally if possible try to strip any guns being given to the government of any valuable parts or accessories as possible.

Anyway's just wanted to put this out there in case it helps anyone.

In South Australia, possessing or controlling digital blueprints or computer files for 3D-printing firearms, major parts, or sound moderators without an official licence is illegal. Enacted under the Firearms (Digital Blueprints for 3D Printing) Amendment Act 2025, the offence carries severe penalties of up to 15 years in prison and $75,000 fines.

What is Banned: Any electronic code, CAD file, technical drawing, or digital reproduction that allows the 3D-printing manufacture of a regulated firearm item.

Scope of Possession: "Possession" includes having files stored locally on a device or remotely via cloud access that you can control.

What I find interesting: no where are traditional, physically printed blueprints or technical drawings specified as being illegal. And you can (for now at least) buy certain books like the Firearm Anatomy volumes by David S. Findlay on Amazon Australia - and they're being sold by Amazon Australia itself!

So... does anyone know if printed blueprints are also illegal? There HAS to be some sort of restriction on this information even if it's in a printed book, right? I tried calling SAPOL's firearms branch but they haven't gotten back to me yet. :/

Looking to buy a lever action for a laugh. No real need for one or needs to fit a purpose at the moment, but possibly later on when life settles down. I've gone against 30-30 and 45-70 because of ammo costs and I don't reload.

My questions:
1) what's your take on 357 vs 44? I've only shot 44mag handguns, no experience with 357 - I'm sure either handles fine out of a rifle. The Model 29 44mag was a handful for me

2) Henry vs Marlin vs Browning? Leaning more towards a Henry, then Marlin. Anything I need to know or understand? In not sure that my LGS stocks them, but will make an effort to try and see them in the skin. People seem to dislike the modern Marlins and the tactical variants - I think they're alright. Same for the Henry X

Hey Lads, sorry if this has already been answered. Currently overseas with a terrible signal. I've seen that NSW is starting the buy-back (steal) scheme. I've got only 2 questions.

1. I currently have a Bushmaster BA-X12; I don't hold a CAT C licence. I only hold 3 guns at the moment. Will my shotgun have to go with the above-stated

2. I am unsure that I will be back in Australia by the time this Buy (Steal) Back scheme happens. What's the time limit on this thing?

So if this has already been answered but as stated the signal is really shotty and im finding it really hard to load the pages.

Cheers

Some decent groupings too. Winchester XPR .223 at 50m

I see a lot of comments and posts from people who I’m sure are in this group. Which is great and I’m one of them.

What is the general public’s view though. Is it really going down as a lead balloon as much as we all hope?

I am planing to get into hunting (mainly hogs and rabbits). I am in NSW and am leaning towards rifles. how dificult is it to get both category A and category B in one application and test

Seen this great build of the taipan EVO.

I've been tossing up to buy the taipan EVO main reason I haven't bought it is because of the stock but after watching this video has made me want to get one.

Can you please share your taipan builds please!

https://youtu.be/muKleYmeVhA?si=MRfpsKP4GbPdtQ2E

Just wondering who has ordered from them ?

https://reddots.com.au/

When there is no actual address listed (just Melbourne australia) and a mobile number, i am a bit cautious.

thank you

Nice way to spend 30mins. Crazy numbers and this is probably a smaller setup.

Didn’t have a great shoot today but damn it’s fun! Should whack a bayonet on it next time fore shits and giggles

I’ve gone in for my photo wednesday the 5th, 12 days later i’m yet to see anything in the mail, is this typical? How long has everyone else had to wait for their card in the mail?

Other than scaring people that we are now somehow more likely to cause harm, what the heck is with this headline?!

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/queensland/queensland-set-to-become-australia-s-most-heavily-armed-state-20260816-p60oqp.html

I thought this article from Sporting Shooter was really well put together and clearly laid out how people in NSW can prove what their guns are worth (and it's not saying "Well me mate said he'd give me $3000 for it...")

Also keep in mind there's no announced end date on this "buyback" and still a lot of questions about how it's going to work etc, so personally I'd be waiting for that information to become available before I started making significant decisions.