Hard case travelling legalities

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Hard case travelling legalities

Post by CRF » 11 Jul 2022, 4:40 pm

Wasn't sure this post belongs but its for a BP so here it is.

I'm looking at buying a fowler that's 54" long. It won't fit in my hardcase and I can't find any reasonably priced ones anywhere.

I've looked but can't find an answer, would it be legal to travel on flights with a home-made wooden gun case? Any direction would be appreciated.
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Post by No1Mk3 » 11 Jul 2022, 4:52 pm

If it is well made and securely locked, yes, no problem. just make sure your chosen airline accepts firearm transport as not all do, Cheers.
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Post by on_one_wheel » 11 Jul 2022, 5:29 pm

Can it be easily broken down ? (barrel / stock)
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Post by animalpest » 11 Jul 2022, 8:13 pm

Yes, so long as it is locked and unloaded.
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Post by dnedative » 16 Jul 2022, 8:28 pm

Wont be an issue, just dont make it too nice cause they will do their best to f*** it.
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Post by Fionn » 16 Jul 2022, 9:05 pm

There is no requirement to transport a firearm in any type of case in Victoria, just guidelines on good ways to do it.

There are laws about storage/travel it while in recognised deer habitat.

As with Airlines, they have their own requirements, so best to check with them as you may have to follow the laws/rules from both the departing and arriving locations.
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