Makarov with drum magazine - Silvercore Firearms Training BC

Makarov with drum magazine - Silvercore Firearms Training BC

A Russian inventor has developed an eighty round 9x18mm magazine for the Makarov PM pistol. He writes (in Russian) that the Makarov is still in use by police in Russia not because they cannot afford new pistols but because the Makarov is genuinely loved. He says the problem with them is that standard magazine only holds eight rounds and extended magazines only hold up 12 rounds. Twelve rounds is not a lot by todays standards, especially when you consider that the 9x18mm is about 30% less powerful than a 9x19mm NATO. His solution was to develop a drum magazine that holds eighty rounds. - See more at: http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2013/11/06/magazine-makarov-pistol/#sthash.udAMqyer.dpuf

C.T. http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2013/11/06/magazine-makarov-pistol/

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FORCE ON FORCE TRAINING - Silvercore Firearms Training BC

FORCE ON FORCE TRAINING - Silvercore Firearms Training BC

BY HILTON YAM   |   POSTED ON 04/28/2014 |   IN TRAINING

When examining individual core skill development or the construction of a department training program, it is extremely critical to ensure the inclusion of force on force training.  Success in the tactical realm depends on mindset, mechanical skills, and good tactics.  All three should be vetted out using force on force training.  Some new wazoo Youtube technique should never be assumed to be acceptable no matter how excellent the beard of the guy demonstrating it, and nothing is worth anything if it doesn’t hold up to the harsh light of force on force application.

Force on force training should be conducted using tightly scripted scenarios, and never allowed to degenerate into paintball wars.  To build the proper winning mindset for your students, they must always be able to be successful.  In other words, never script a no win scenario.  Further, do not allow them to just “die” if they get hit.  Build a fighting mindset by forcing them to work through the barrage of paint, and their “wounds” can be critiqued when the scenario is solved.

Mechanical skills should first be taught with dry practice, tested at the range, and then reinforced with additional dry practice.  Shooters and trainers often get caught up with results on the square range, mistaking either paper target scores or par times as the complete end result for success.  There is no arguing that measurable performance metrics are important for developing and gauging skill sets, but it is vital to know that the skill sets being trained are relevant to the real world.  Script scenarios to test your skill sets, observe the techniques in action, and be critical of their utility.  Is that great new reload technique holding up while those paint pellets are flying?  Does that draw stroke work while trying to fend off role players in close quarters?

Lastly, tactics absolutely need to get ironed out in force on force training.  If you can’t safely execute the tactic while at risk from an armed adversary, then maybe you need to reexamine it.  A lot of stuff briefs up really great, but it is just hot air until you gear up and try it out.

If your department cannot afford Simunition conversion kits or you are in the CCW market and can’t attend a training by an authorized Simunition instructor, then consider using airsoft weapons instead.  Many CCW oriented instructors offer airsoft courses.  The key to this training lies in its structure, and less so on the hardware.  If you are really strapped, you can even do scenarios with inert plastic guns (like Ring’s Blueguns, but NEVER with live weapons!)  I truly feel that you are not ready for the street if you have not spent some time in force on force training.

C.T. http://modernserviceweapons.com/?p=7837

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EQUIPMENT VS. SKILLL - Silvercore Firearms Training BC

EQUIPMENT VS. SKILLL - Silvercore Firearms Training BC

BY JOE   |   POSTED ON 04/21/2014 BY JOE   |   Silvercore Firearms Training BC

The firearms industry is driven by the aftermarket, not necessarily the weapon manufacturers themselves. Through advertising, aftermarket manufacturers convince the average shooter that they “need” every trinket and gizmo to make themselves a better shooter. This seems to be a never ending battle I have with people, convincing them which is more important, the software or hardware.

A fast shooter is fast not because of his equipment which SO SO SO many people can’t grasp. A person isn’t a good shot because of the rifle he/she holds, the rifle is accurate because of the person holding it. I’ve used this analogy before, that you cannot purchase muscle memory and no matter how many things you bolt onto your gun the shot timer will not reflect large improvements without rounds sent down range. You can’t rent experience, or borrow the needed skill to make a difficult shot, make it through an actual gunfight or life threatening situation. Those reflexes and abilities are earned on the range, and too many people focus on the tool and not the skill to use it.

A mechanic isn’t the person with the shiniest Snap On tool box and fanciest tools, he has built up years of experience that helps him do his job efficiently and right the first time. I get asked a lot about what drills I would recommend to become a better shot with a precision rifle. I would venture to say, most good instructors can get new students the same or better results and smaller groups in an afternoon with a iron sighted 22lr or scoped 22lr at 50 yards than a .308, 6.5 Creedmor or equivalent. The same can be said of a carbine with iron sights or a standard Glock 9mm without all the work everyone thinks they absolutely need to put into it.

Now am I saying that these things, additions, technology doesn’t help in some aspect? No I am not. I would venture to ask, do most people even know the reason they put all the Pic rail attachment items, or modifications on their gun? Other than that they saw their favorite Youtube, high speed instructor using it that way? Each person brings different dimensions, hand sizes, eye dominance, previous injuries to the table that will lead to changes in body position, grip, what gun is comfortable, trigger finger placement, what sight someone prefers, shape of trigger, stock they put on a gun, or any million other modifications you can make to your personal firearm.

Have a good reason and know why each modification is for you and why, it will only help to make you a better shooter and have a much better understanding of your shooting style and skill level. I challenge anyone to start basic, shoot till your fingers bleed, and then shoot some more. Burn some barrels out, get your hands on as many different options as possible for everything before deciding that just because instructor X uses it that way it’s the way for you.

C.T. http://modernserviceweapons.com/?p=7652#more-7652

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Silvercore Handgun Training at the Port Coquitlam & District Hunting & Fishing Club.  

Silvercore instructors spent the day training with a student for Handgun Level 3 at the Justice Institute of BC this coming weekend.  We hope everyone had the opportunity to get to the range over the long weekend!  

If you are itching to get out and train take a look at www.silvercore.ca  not just for courses but for our one day skill development days at the JIBC.

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Trigger and Safety - Silvercore Firearms Training BC

Trigger and Safety - Silvercore Firearms Training BC

CHAMBERED ROUND VERIFICATION, AKA THE “PRESS CHECK” - Silvercore Firearms Training BC

CHAMBERED ROUND VERIFICATION, AKA THE “PRESS CHECK” - Silvercore Firearms Training BC

BY TIM LAU   |   POSTED ON 12/15/2012 BY TIM LAU   |   IN TRAINING

Recently, I’ve read some discussion on the Press Check, with some firearms instructors stating that it is unnecessary, that instead of a Press Check, one should simply conduct a tactical reload. Let’s start by defining what it is. A Press Check is, quite simply, the act of verifying that the weapon has a chambered cartridge and is ready to fire. On a semi-automatic pistol, this usually involves moving the slide rearward by about 3/4 of an inch and either visually or physically confirming that there is indeed a round in the chamber. In this article, I will discuss whether or not I feel this action is ever necessary to perform.

Before I go any further, let me state that my opinion comes from a very specific perspective, which may or may not be consistent with yours. My frame of reference comes from having been (and continue to be) an armed professional, for the better part of a decade-and-a-half. During this time, I carried on and off the job. I prepared for tactical missions by loading up prior to, and downloading afterward. As with most domestic law enforcement officers (and probably not enough of us do this), I carried a gun when I left work, during my off hours, and when I went back to work. These were not always the same gun. This can present issues that may not exist if one simply carries for a mission and then goes unarmed afterward; also, these issues may or may not exist in your world if you are looking at this as an armed, prepared citizen. Every tactic has a time and place, and it is always important to understand from what perspective someone is speaking from when evaluating the point being made.

On the issue of the Press Check, as I understand it, an argument against it goes something like this: the press check creates the habit of looking at the gun and decreases the user’s situational awareness. Having attended and taught one or two shooting courses in my career, I have indeed seen students ritualistically perform press checks between each and every shooting drill, so I can understand where this theory comes from. (I have also seen people ritualistically wave the gun left and right like a talisman warding away evil instead of conducting an actual assessment of their surroundings – but that article is for another day.) The anti-press-check argument continues by stating if you are unsure of the condition of your weapon due to storage issues, you should simply clear the weapon, and then reload it.

These arguments appear to stem from strict dogma that all weapon manipulations should be “tactical” and none should be simply administrative. The problem with these arguments is that they does not account for human nature and the reality of working with and being around firearms all the time. For example, I store my duty weapon in my locked locker at work. It remains loaded and ready. From time to time, someone may either go into my locker to retrieve or borrow unrelated equipment (there are master keys available to supervisors and others.) Since I am not the one and only person with potential access to my duty weapon, before I go on shift, I perform a quick press check to confirm my weapon has a chambered round and is fully loaded.

The anti-Press Check argument is to simply unload and reload every time. This can be done, but knowing policemen, many will simply not check rather than have to load and unload every time they go in service. Secondly, this advice is impractical. The big three ammunition makers (Remington, Federal and Winchester) all recommend discarding a round after it has been run through an action twice due to possible bullet setback issues and primer degradation. I don’t see cops or citizens embracing an SOP that requires them to discard or take out of service a $1-2 service cartridge every day or two.

In the case of long guns, most departments have SOP’s that dictate long guns be carried or stored in the following fashion: Chamber empty, full magazine in the gun. When preparing for a Search Warrant (for example), I will chamber a round just prior to going to the location. As many know, during the workup, there are many things that can distract you and take your attention elsewhere. While on the way, if I am unsure, I will conduct a quick press check to ensure I indeed chambered a round and am not carrying a long gun in “patrol ready”. It is cheap insurance and not done as some kind of mindless ritual.

In an ideal world, you need to know the condition of your weapon at all times. But what do you do when you realize you are unsure of the condition of your weapon? Clearing and reloading it every time is impractical, and people WILL NOT DO IT.

The Press Check is a simple and practical way to confirm your equipment is ready.

C.T. http://modernserviceweapons.com/?p=1519

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Silver mounted Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle decorated by Tiffany & Co. - Silvercore Firearms BC

Silver mounted Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle decorated by Tiffany & Co. - Silvercore Firearms BC

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FANCY PLASTIC GUNS. DO WE NEED ‘EM? - Silvercore Firearms Training BC

FANCY PLASTIC GUNS. DO WE NEED ‘EM? - Silvercore Firearms Training BC

BY TIM LAU   |   POSTED ON 12/19/2013   |   IN MODERN SERVICE PISTOLS WEAPON MODIFICATIONS

A quick look on popular social media sites such as Facebook or Instagram will yield plenty of photos of highly modified modern pistols worked over by shops such as Boresight Solutions, Salient Arms, ATEi, and others?

 I don’t think it is debatable that the guns look damn sexy, but do these guns really need all that fancy, and expensive, work to be truly serviceable?

Take a look at the pistol above. This pistol started out as a Glock 17 RTF2 that had nothing more than aftermarket sights (10-8 Performance brass bead front and .140″ notch rear), a factory minus connector, Apex extractor, TangoDown mag catch, and a metric sh!tload of trigger presses. It was one of my favorite pistols to shoot because it was pretty accurate and extremely reliable. But when the opportunity to get some fancy machining done to it by ATEi, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity.

So now the pistol’s been back a couple weeks and I’ve had the opportunity to shoot the heck out of it on the range. Honestly, all that fancy work does not really affect the shootability of this gun. It shoots no better or worse with all that fancy metalwork. Where the work comes into play is during manipulations. Loading, unloading, and chambered round verifications become easier thanks to the secure grip the vertical serrations offer (especially the front ones.) Yes, that finish on Glocks and M&Ps is slick. Anyway, through welding and fancy CNC machining, ATEi deleted the stupid fish scales on the rear and replaced them with aggressive vertical serrations. The top serrations are not much more than cosmetic, so while I like the look, that’s not a “must have”.

With the above in mind, 99% of the population would be best served by getting a good set of sights, shooting the heck out of their modern pistol, and spend the money on ammunition and a SIRT Pistol from Next Level Training. But if you have the resources to eek out that last 5% of performance and ease of handling out of your pistol, then look to do these types of mods.

C.T. http://modernserviceweapons.com/?p=5451

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Lever Release vs. Button Release - SILVERCORE FIREARMS TRAINING BC

Lever Release vs. Button Release - SILVERCORE FIREARMS TRAINING BC

Which is easier to build muscle memory with? 

So many people dismiss the HK-style paddle/lever mag catch without putting serious time behind it, but at the same time there are folks who can't accept that some shooters genuinely just prefer the button. Personally, the ability to hit the paddle with my trigger finger is a huge boon because it allows me to drop the mag without shifting my grip at all. SO:

Which is easier to build muscle memory with? 

Lever Release vs. Button Release

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700 grain lead flat nose bullet for the 500 S&W Magnum - Silvercore Firearms Training BC

700 grain lead flat nose bullet for the 500 S&W Magnum - Silvercore Firearms Training BC

A 700 grain lead flat nose bullet for the 500 S&W Magnum. First photo shows just the bullet next to a .40 S&W. Second photo the complete round next to a .22 LR. Third photo with a 45-70 Govt and .40 S&W flanking it. (GRH)
C.T. http://forum.pafoa.org/ammunition-reloading-25/213890-700-grain-reloads-s-w-500-a.html

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Accuracy International (AI) -Silvercore Firearms Training BC

Snipers aim to remain unseen but one made headlines last month when he killed six Taliban in Afghanistan with a single shot, by hitting the trigger of a suicide bomb.

The near 1,000-yard shot the British soldier took was made using an L115A3 rifle produced by Accuracy International (AI), a small company based on the outskirts of Portsmouth.

This feat is just one of many achieved by troops armed with AI products. The world record of 2,710 yards – more than a mile and a half – is held by Corporal of Horse Craig Harrison, of the Household Cavalry.
Shooting at a Taliban machine-gun position that was attacking an Afghan army patrol, it took Harrison’s bullet nearly three seconds to hit its target – a shot he then repeated twice more.
That AI can produce rifles capable of such precision is incredible in itself. That the company which makes the weapon of choice for Britain’s elite marksmen and special forces started out in the garage of one of its founders is perhaps even more remarkable.


C.T.http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/newsbysector/industry/defence/10762782/Accuracy-International-the-gun-maker-of-choice-for-Britains-elite-marksmen.html

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GLOCK VS. M&P REVISITED - Silvercore Firearms Training

GLOCK VS. M&P REVISITED - Silvercore Firearms Training

BY HILTON YAM   |   POSTED ON 04/07/2014   |   IN MODERN SERVICE PISTOLS

A couple years ago, I wrote an article titled “Glock vs. M&P…or Why I Shoot An M&P.”  At the time that I wrote the article, the Gen4 Glock was still in an early phase of adoption and had some function issues, and the M&P had not yet begun what is now the most current round of production upgrades. Since no one seems to read the linked articles, I’ll sum it up for you right here: I opted to work around the issues of the M&P, using that as my primary training gun – M&P fans cheered, Glock fans burned me in effigy. I thought it would be worthwhile to revisit this now that the state of both pistols has changed quite a bit in the last couple years. 

The M&P has undergone a series of production upgrades in the last 2 years which makes it a very strong candidate for an out of the box service pistol, with no significant flaws.  The previously known issues with accuracy of the factory barrels with the 1:18.75″ twist have been resolved with new barrels featuring a 1:10″ twist, the same as in factory Glock barrels.  The M&P is no longer ammunition sensitive, and provides accuracy similar to the Glock using various bullet weights.  The M&P slide stop, trigger bar, and sear have gone through several generational changes, and the latest guns have crisp breaking trigger with reduced overtravel and positive reset.

Glocks, in particular the Gen4 9mm variants, have undergone changes with the ejectors and recoil spring assemblies, largely resolving the reliability issues of the early guns.

If you are shooting .40 because of departmental constraints, then the playing field has leveled out a bit with the production of the Gen4 Glock, which offers a purpose built dual recoil spring system which significantly softens the recoil and promotes greater longevity than the Gen3 guns.  Function with attached weapon lights is also dramatically improved in the Gen4.  Only 2 years ago, the clear choice in .40 was the M&P, but now users have the added option of the Gen4 Glock 22 or 23.

On of the other quirks that I highlighted in the original article compared reloading in both guns, and that has not changed.  The M&P still has the edge in factory configuration, as the Glock frames still have the big hole at the rear of the frame which is a huge snag point for incoming reloads.  If department policy permits, this is an easy fix with the installation of an inexpensive grip plug.

Another feature was that of magazine disassembly, which for some reason brought on some bit of ire from readers.  The Glock magazine is still slower and more difficult to disassemble than the M&P – if you don’t believe me, time yourself disassembling 4 mags.  Why should you care?  If you train enough, you’ll end up out in the rain or mud and a mag is sure to end up nose down in something which should be cleaned out of the tube.  The M&P mag is quick to disassemble for cleaning, and my Glock mags have defaulted to getting brushed out in the assembled state.  No real functional advantage to either platform here, just different if you are rebuilding mags or installing base pads (which I do a lot, since we seem to have a lot of those here).

Given the choice between the two bone stock pistols as pictured above, the current state of manufacturing has left us in a dead heat.  Sorry, not much fodder for flaming me on fan forum threads, but it’s a good thing for the end user as both the Glock and M&P are solid contenders now.  It’s just up to you to choose which one fits your needs best.

C.T. http://modernserviceweapons.com/?p=7556

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Silvercore Firearms Training Head Office April 2014

Silvercore Firearms Training Head Office April 2014

A nice sunny day hear at the Silvercore head office in Delta. A CORE hunter education course just warped-up in the upstairs classroom. We hope every one gets some trigger time this weekend.

Silvercore Firearms Training Head Office April 2014

Silvercore Firearms Training Head Office April 2014

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Custom Gun Room with Private Range - Silvercore Firearms Training BC

Custom Gun Room with Private Range - Silvercore Firearms Training BC

These pictures have been kicking around the for a long time but that doesn’t make them any less spectacular.  I think we all can agree this is how all our gun collections should be housed. 

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Legal Firearms Discharge Areas in Lower Mainland of BC - Silvercore Firearms Training BC

Legal Firearms Discharge Areas in Lower Mainland of BC - Silvercore Firearms Training BC

People also want to know where they can shoot their long guns in the bush and how far they need to drive until they can shoot non-restricted rifles and shotguns while camping.  This map is one resource that can help. 

 The full document can be found here: http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/fw/wildlife/hunting/regulations/docs/FVSAH2012.pdf

This is a map of the areas you can and can’t discharge firearms in the lower mainland. Always remember this is a guid only all discharging of firearms most be done safely and in full compliance with all Federal, Provincial and Municipal laws & bylaws.

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Where To Shoot In BC - Shooting Ranges in BC - Silvercore Firearms Training

Where To Shoot In BC - Shooting Ranges in BC - Silvercore Firearms Training

We are soften asked both by Silvercore Gun Club members and Students “Where are all the ranges? or “Where can I shoot my handgun?”  So here is a list of gun ranges in the province of British Columbia.  

If you have updated information on these or any other shooting facilities in BC please leave us a comment. 

Also remember if you are in need of a gun club membership to stay legal while renewing your Restricted Possession Acquisition Licence (RPAL), applying for an Authorization to Transport (ATT), or buying your first handgun the Silvercore gun club is available 24/7 and proof of membership is provided almost immediately .  You scan sign up on line any time at: http://www.silvercore.ca/memberships

British Columbia RIfle Association

Contact Name: P Dobell

Address: PO Box 2418 Sardis Stn. Main

City: Chilliwack, British Columbia

Postal Code: V2R 1A7

Phone: 604-858-3550

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BRITISH COLUMBIA TARGET SPORTS ASSOCIATION

Address: P.O Box 496

City: Kamloops, British Columbia

Postal Code: V2C 5L2

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BRITISH COLUMBIA TRAP ASSN

Club Number: 60000

Contact Name: Robert White

Address: 81 West 45th Ave

City: Vancouver, British Columbia

Postal Code: V5Y 2V8

BULKLEY VALLEY ROD & GUN CLUB

Contact Name: Peter Ziegler

Address: P.O. BOX 2976

City: Smithers, British Columbia

Postal Code: V0J 2N0

Phone: 250-847-5284

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CAMPBELL RIVER FISH & GAME CLUB

Contact Name: Joe Strachan

City: Campbell River, British Columbia

Phone: (250)923-7567

CAMPBELL RIVER GUN CLUB

Contact Name: Steve Payne

City: Campbell River, British Columbia

Phone: (250)923-2649

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CHERRYVILLE PRACTICAL SHOOTERS

Contact Name: Ray Flecher

Phone: (250)547-6378

COLWOOD PPC CLUB

Address: P.O Box 48021

City: Victoria, British Columbia

Postal Code: V8Z 7H5

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COURNTEY FISH & GAME

City: Comox Valley, British Columbia

COURTENAY FISH & GAME CLUB

City: Courtenay, British Columbia

COWICHAN FISH & GAME ASSOCIATION

Contact Name: Mike Blasko

City: Cowichan, British Columbia

Phone: (250)748-6136

COWICHAN FISH AND GAME ASSOCIATION

Contact Name: MIKE FLATT

Address: 4295 ROBERTSON ROAD

City: DUNCAN, British Columbia

Postal Code: V9L6S8

Phone: 250-748-0319

CRANBROOK DISTRICT ROD & GUN CLUB

Address: P.O Box 333

City: Cranbrook, British Columbia

Postal Code: V1C 3P8

Phone: (250)489-1350

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CUMBERLAND FISH & GAME ASSOCIATION

Contact Name: Greg Meynert

Phone: (250)338-5775

DAWSON CREEK SPORTSMAN’S CLUB

Contact Name: Peter Lavendier

City: Dawson Creek, British Columbia

DVC VEntures

Address: 201-1655 Broadway St

City: Port Coquitlam, British Columbia

Postal Code: V3C 2M7

Phone: 604-941-6933

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Fort Nelson Rod and Gun Club

Contact Name: Robert Paddon

Address: PO Box 390

City: Fort Nelson, British Columbia

Postal Code: V0C 1R0

Phone: 250-775-6024

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GOLD RIVER ROD AND GUN CLUB

City: Gold River, British Columbia

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KELOWNA AND DISTRICT FISH AND GAME

Contact Name: Lyle Howlett

Address: 4041 Casorso Rd.

City: Kelowna, British Columbia

Postal Code: V1W 4N6

Phone: 250-764-7558

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KELOWNA PRACTICAL SHOOTERS

Contact Name: Nick King

City: Kelowna, British Columbia

Phone: (250)768-4092

Kimberley Trap & Skeet Club

Contact Name: Ron Kerr

Address: 712 – 301 Street

City: Kimberley, British Columbia

Postal Code: V1A 3K3

Phone: 250-432-0002

LAKE WINDERMERE DISTRICT ROD AND GUN CLUB

Address: P.O Box 242

City: Invermere, British Columbia

Postal Code: V0A 1K0

Phone: (250)342-3114

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LANGLEY ROD & GUN CLUB

Address: 3854-208th Street

City: Langley, British Columbia

Postal Code: V3A 4X7

Phone: (604)534-3525

LONE BUTTE PRACTICAL SHOOTERS

Contact Name: Brian Williams

City: 100 Mile House Area, British Columbia

Phone: (250)395-4674

MISSION & DISTRICT ROD & GUN CLUB

Address: 10969 Dewdney Trunk Rd

City: Mission, British Columbia

Postal Code: V2V 4J3

Phone: (604)826-6515

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MORICE MOUNTAIN MARKSMEN ASSOCIATION

Contact Name: TERRY CLOSE

Address: PO BOX 487

City: HOUSTON, British Columbia

Postal Code: V0J1Z0

Phone: 250-845-7984

NANAIMO FISH & GAME ASSOCIATION

City: Nanaimo, British Columbia

Phone: (250)754-2846

NICOLA VALLEY ROD & GUN CLUB

Contact Name: Brian Edginton

City: Merrit, British Columbia

Phone: (250)378-9140

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North Peace Rod and Gun

Contact Name: Jason Holland

Address: 13300 Sunnyside Drive / PO Box 6435

City: Fort St John, British Columbia

Postal Code: V1J 4H8

Phone: 250-785-9686

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North Saanich Rod and Gun Club

Contact Name: John Costin

Address: P.O.Box 2043

City: Sidney, British Columbia

Postal Code: V8L3S3

Phone: (250)655-4780

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Parksville Qualicum Fish and Game

City: Parksville, British Columbia

Phone: (250)-951-0717

PENTICTION SHOOTING SPORTS ASSN

Address: P.O Box 442

City: Penticton, British Columbia

Postal Code: V2A 6K6

Phone: (250)493-9282

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PITT MEADOWS GUN CLUB

Club Number: 60020

Contact Name: DON UYESUGI

Address: 17428 129TH Ave

City: Coquitlam, British Columbia

Postal Code: V3KY1Z1

Phone: (604)465-5611

PORT COQUITLAM & DISTRICT HUNTING & FISHING CLUB

Contact Name: Murray Gardner

Address: PO Box 78051

City: PORT COQUITLAM, British Columbia

Postal Code: V3B 7H5

Phone: (604)942-9736

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PRINCE GEORGE ROD & GUN CLUB

Contact Name: Sheldon Clare

Address: P.O Box 924

City: Prince George, British Columbia

Postal Code: V2L 4T7

Phone: 250-563-2804

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PRINCE RUPERT ROD & GUN CLUB

Contact Name: Wally Robinson

Phone: (250)628-3203

Princeton Fish and Game Ass’n

Contact Name: Fred Leard

Address: B0x 945

City: Princeton, British Columbia

Postal Code: V0X 1W0

Phone: 250-295-7272

QUESNEL ROD & GUN CLUB

Contact Name: Steve Paul

City: Quesnel, British Columbia

Phone: (250)992-9881

RICHMOND ROD AND GUN CLUB

Address: T.B.A.

City: Richmond, British Columbia

Phone: (604) 278-2142

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Ridgedale Rod and Gun Club

Contact Name: Ken

Address: 35606 Harris Road

City: Abbotsford, British Columbia

Phone: (604)826-0552

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ROD & GUN CLUB

City: Prince Rupert, British Columbia

Postal Code: V8J 1A2

Phone: (250)624-2777

Semiahmoo Fish and Game

Contact Name: Ron Slee

Address: 1284 184th St

City: Surrey, British Columbia

Postal Code: V3S 9R9

Phone: 604-535-8366

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Silvercore Shooting Club

City: Delta, British Columbia

Phone: 604-940-7785

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South Vancouver Island Rangers

Address: 3498 Luxton Rd.

City: Victoria, British Columbia

Postal Code: V9C 2Z5

Phone: (250) 642-3525

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SQUAMISH VALLEY ROD & GUN CLUB

City: Squamish, British Columbia

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TERRACE ROD AND GUN CLUB

Address: 3512 Rifle Range Road

City: Terrace, British Columbia

Postal Code: V8G 0A3

Phone: (250)635-7330

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VANCOUVER GUN CLUB

Contact Name: Bill Crosby

Address: 7340 Sidaway Road

City: Richmond, British Columbia

Postal Code: V6W 1B8

Phone: (604) 278-0832

VICTORIA FISH & GAME PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION

Contact Name: Robbi Petrie

Address: 700 Holker Pl.

City: Malahat, British Columbia

Postal Code: V8W 2M1

Phone: (250) 858-8342

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Victoria Precision Shooting Association

Contact Name: David Brown

Address: 1199 Woodheath Lane

City: Victoria, British Columbia

Postal Code: V8Y2Y4

Phone: (250)658-6571

West Kootenay Marksmen

Contact Name: Colin Kenning

Address: P.O. Box 757

City: Rssland, British Columbia

Postal Code: V0G 1Y0

Phone: 250-362-5048

WILLIAMS LAKE SPORTSMEN’S ASSOCIATION

Contact Name: Wayne Biffert

Address: P.O Box 4097

City: Williams Lake, British Columbia

Postal Code: V2G 2V2

Phone: (250)392-2706

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Popular Body armour Levels Explained - Silvercore Firearms Training BC

Ammunition From The Chart:

1. .22 Magnum 40 gr. JHP (1209 FPS / 369 MPS)

2. .32 ACP 60 gr. Silvertip JHP (936 FPS / 285 MPS)

3. .380 ACP 95 gr. FMC (902 FPS / 275 MPS)

4. .38 Special 125 gr. Nyclad SWHP (1009 FPS / 308 MPS)

5. .38 Special +P 110 gr. JHP (1049 FPS / 320 MPS)

6. .38 Special +P 140 gr. JHP (869 FPS / 265 MPS)

7. 9mm 124 gr. FMC (1173 FPS / 358 MPS)*

8. 9mm 125 gr. JSP (1121 FPS / 342 MPS)

9. 9mm 147 gr. Black Talon (1010 FPS / 308 MPS)

10. 9mm 147 gr. Golden Saber (1083 FPS / 330 MPS)

11. 9mm 147 gr. Hydra Shok (1011 FPS / 308 MPS)

12. .357 Magnum 158 gr. JSP (1308 FPS / 399 MPS)

13. .357 Magnum 110 gr. JHP (1292 FPS / 394 MPS)

14. .357 Magnum 125 gr. JHP (1335 FPS / 407 MPS)

15. .40 Caliber 180 gr. FMJTC (992 FPS / 302 MPS)

16. .40 Caliber 170 gr. FMJTC (1095 FPS / 334 MPS)

17. 10mm 155 gr. FMJTC (1024 FPS / 312 MPS)

18. 10mm 170 gr. JHP (1137 FPS / 347 MPS)

19. .41 Magnum 210 gr. LSWC (1141 FPS / 348 MPS)

20. .44 Magnum 240 gr. LFP (1017 FPS / 310 MPS)

21. .45 Long Colt 250 gr. LRN (778 FPS / 237 MPS)

22. .45 ACP 230 gr. FMJ (826 FPS / 252 MPS)

23. 12 Ga. 00 Buck (9 pellet) (1063 FPS / 324 MPS)

24. 9mm 124 gr. FMJ (1215 FPS / 370 MPS)*

25. 9mm 115 gr. Silvertip JHP (1252 FPS / 382 MPS)

26. 9mm 124 gr. Starfire JHP (1174 FPS / 358 MPS)*

27. .357 Magnum 158 gr. JSP (1453 FPS / 443 MPS)*

28. .357 Magnum 145 gr. Silvertip JHP (1371 FPS / 418 MPS)

29. .357 Magnum 125 gr. JHP (1428 FPS / 435 MPS)

30. 10mm 175 gr. Silvertip JHP (1246 FPS / 380 MPS)

31. .41 Magnum 210 gr. JSP (1322 FPS / 403 MPS)

32. .44 Magnum 240 gr. SJHP (1270 FPS / 387 MPS)

33. 9mm 124 gr. FMJ (1440 FPS / 439 MPS)*

34. 9mm 115 gr. FMJ Israeli (1499 FPS / 457 MPS)

35. 9mm 123 gr. FMJ Geco (1372 FPS / 418 MPS)

36. 9mm 124 gr. FMJ Cavin (1259 FPS / 384 MPS)

37. .44 Magnum 240 gr. LSWC (1448 FPS / 441 MPS)*

38. .44 Magnum 240 gr. HSP (1320 FPS / 402 MPS)

39. 12 ga. 1 oz. Rifled Slug (1290 FPS / 393 MPS)

40. 12 ga. 1 oz. Rifled Slug (1254 FPS / 382 MPS)

Bullet Abbreviations

The following standard abbreviations are used to designate types of bullets or projectiles contained in the rounds tested.

FMC/J Full Metal Case/ Full metal Jacket

FMJTC Full Metal Jacket Truncated Cone

HSP Hollow Soft Point

LRB Lead Round Ball

LRN Lead Round Nose

LSWC Lead Semi-Wadcutter

JHP Jacketed Hollow Point

JSP Jacketed Soft Point

LFP Lead Flat Point

SJHP Semi-Jacketed Hollow Point

SWHP Semi-Wadcutter Hollow Point

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Frequently Ask Possession and Acquisition License ,Firearms Training, CFSC, & PAL Questions - Silvercore Firearms Training BC

Frequently Ask Possession and Acquisition License ,Firearms Training, CFSC, & PAL Questions  - Silvercore Firearms Training BC 

Q: I need to get a Firearms Licenses: 

Where can I take the CFSC Canadian Firearms Safety Course?

What do i need to do to get Possession and Acquisition License?

A:Individuals aged 18 years or older can make application for a Possession and Acquisition License.  In order to do so, they must first successfully complete the Canadian Firearms Safety Course  and if wishing to possess restricted firearms they must also show successful completion of the Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course.   The issued PAL will indicate the classes of firearms the holder is able to possess and acquire in writing on the back.

In BC contact Silvercore Training they offer a complete syllabus of course that will taking you from the basics firearms licensing to the advanced tactics. Silvercore offers the Canadian Firearms Safety course or CFSC as well as advanced live fire training.  Give them a call at 604-940-7785 or visit www.silvercore.ca .

Q: I need to get a firearms licence or PAL so I can own firearms. Where can I take the PAL course?

A: In Canada Silvercore firearms training is the innovator in firearms training industry. Silvercore is unsurpassed in its quality, customer service and attention to detail. They offer firearms and PAL courses starting almost daily. The Silvercore CFSC course will get you the firearms education you need to legally and safely work with any firearm.  Give them a call at 604-940-7785 or visit www.silvercore.ca .

Q: I need a Possession and Acquisition License to apply for CBSA.

A:The Silvercore CFSC / CRFSC is the course you need for your application to Canada Border Services CBSA. Silvercore offers the gold standard in firearms training. 

Course Schedule: http://www.silvercore.ca/courses/canadian-firearms-safety-course-slash-canadian-restricted-firearms-safety-course

Q: Challenging the Canadian firearms Safety Course:

Q: I want to challenge the Canadian Firearms Safety Course?

Q: I want to challenge my Gun license exam?

Q: Do I have to take the whole firearms safety course or can I simply write the test?

Q: I have military experience can I simply bypass the Canadian Firearms Safety Course and get my Possession Acquisition License another way?

Q: I have Police experience can I simply bypass the CFSC and get my PAL?

Q: I need to upgrade my POL to a PAL but I don’t want to take the course. How do I upgrade my gun licensed without taking the course?

A:People challenging the CFSC or CRFSC must be 18 years or older and have significant firearms experience. For details on challenging the CFSC contact Silvercore Firearms Training 604-940-7785 or visit www.silvercore.ca .

Book a Challenge Test: http://www.silvercore.ca/courses/course-challenge-only

Q: I want to get an Firearms Acquisition Certificates FAC or I want to take a test to get my FAC 

A: FAC or Firearms Acquisition Certificates are no longer issued in Canada. The firearms license is still available but is now known as a PAL or Possession Acquisition License. Give Silvecore a call for more details at 604-940-7785 or visit www.silvercore.ca .

C.T. http://www.firearms-safety-course.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=59&Itemid=74

 

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