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Six:
In Hawaii, there are several shooting ranges (military and public), although space is a limited comodity on an island. Locally, there are several popular firearm dealers but none that are too big to help the average person acquire a firearm and ammunition. Each island has its own shooting community and facilities. Certainly most of the shooting diciplines are accepted here, shotgun (trap and skeet OK), rifle (all calibers Ok except .50 bmg), silhouette (metal plates) and pistol (Match and Action (IPSC, etc. OK). For long range rifle, you gotta get on a military range (up to 800-1000 yds).
State laws on firearm and ammunition procurement can be found in Hawaii's State Web pages.
Tryng to buy ammunition, powder, etc. direct from the mainland is very difficult (almost impossible by yourself). Since 9-11 it is even more difficult and new items have been added to the explosives list. So far, CMP is the only organization that has been able to send ammo to me in Hawaii, FedEx Overnight no less! Praise CMP for their hard work and efforts.
Purchasing a firearm locally is pretty similar to many States. A long firearm (rifle) permit is good for 1 year and you can purchase as many long guns as you like (rifle receivers are included as a long gun). However, pistols have a mandatory 10 working day wait and a real hassle to get for each pistol. Most of the laws here are VERY stupid with no provisions for those who already own firearms. What? I need a new pistol to harm myself or someone else? That is why there is a 2 week wait? Gee I would never think to use a firearm I already own. Wish I lived in Arizona or Nevada. I know, I know, it could get worse.
Okay, I'm getting sarcastic and into a real gray area, but I think I hold my own as a law abiding, firearm enthusiast.
Anyone thinking of moving to Hawaii and want to own and shoot firearms should. The shooting community here is pretty solid with some good folks. I've been shooting for almost 20 years and have learned to deal with the changing times.
Any specific questions about shooting in Hawaii can be sent via e-mail direct or post it here! I will always try to respond or contribute as much as possible.
I would like to say that I have truly learned from these forums. And the sharing of information and advise received from some of the names that you see registered below have been outstanding. Count on me if I can give back some of the help that I have received.
Mahalo (Thank You) Everyone!
Aloha and Best Wishes,
Tom O.
Six:
In Hawaii, there are several shooting ranges (military and public), although space is a limited comodity on an island. Locally, there are several popular firearm dealers but none that are too big to help the average person acquire a firearm and ammunition. Each island has its own shooting community and facilities. Certainly most of the shooting diciplines are accepted here, shotgun (trap and skeet OK), rifle (all calibers Ok except .50 bmg), silhouette (metal plates) and pistol (Match and Action (IPSC, etc. OK). For long range rifle, you gotta get on a military range (up to 800-1000 yds).
State laws on firearm and ammunition procurement can be found in Hawaii's State Web pages.
Tryng to buy ammunition, powder, etc. direct from the mainland is very difficult (almost impossible by yourself). Since 9-11 it is even more difficult and new items have been added to the explosives list. So far, CMP is the only organization that has been able to send ammo to me in Hawaii, FedEx Overnight no less! Praise CMP for their hard work and efforts.
Purchasing a firearm locally is pretty similar to many States. A long firearm (rifle) permit is good for 1 year and you can purchase as many long guns as you like (rifle receivers are included as a long gun). However, pistols have a mandatory 10 working day wait and a real hassle to get for each pistol. Most of the laws here are VERY stupid with no provisions for those who already own firearms. What? I need a new pistol to harm myself or someone else? That is why there is a 2 week wait? Gee I would never think to use a firearm I already own. Wish I lived in Arizona or Nevada. I know, I know, it could get worse.
Okay, I'm getting sarcastic and into a real gray area, but I think I hold my own as a law abiding, firearm enthusiast.
Anyone thinking of moving to Hawaii and want to own and shoot firearms should. The shooting community here is pretty solid with some good folks. I've been shooting for almost 20 years and have learned to deal with the changing times.
Any specific questions about shooting in Hawaii can be sent via e-mail direct or post it here! I will always try to respond or contribute as much as possible.
I would like to say that I have truly learned from these forums. And the sharing of information and advise received from some of the names that you see registered below have been outstanding. Count on me if I can give back some of the help that I have received.
Mahalo (Thank You) Everyone!
Aloha and Best Wishes,
Tom O.