Thread: B cat licence?

First step is to find and join your nearest pistol club and do your probation (compulsory attendance and shoots). This may help.Pistol NZ

how can i participate in shoots without a pistol to start with? im guessing they provide one under strict vision?

Originally Posted by wattee

how can i participate in shoots without a pistol to start with? im guessing they provide one under strict vision?

You'll generally start with a .22 on paper and yes under supervision with RO standing next to you. Some clubs will expect you to bring ammo if you already have a FAL. If you can shoot, and can progress onto another calibre, eg: 9mm, same deal. You can use a club gun, for Action and IPSC shoot under tyro, where the pistol is loaded and decocked (safety only for Action) holding the pistol at 45 degrees in front of you.

Bear in mind getting a B isn't automatic, if you can't/won't demonstrate common sense, safety and the ability to hit the target, your journey will end when the club will stop you. And you won't get a B at all. But it's not that hard, just takes time, effort on your part and willingness to learn

Where abouts are you based ?