Hollowpoint bullets are quite a controversial topic in society today. They have been referred to as inhumane “zombie stoppers” by the media. This stigma has led to many questions about the legality of this type of ammunition, especially in South Africa. But are hollow points really illegal? According to the Firearms Control Act, it is…
Getting a firearm license can seem like a daunting task. That’s because it is! But don’t stress, I (and millions of others) have done it multiple times. In this article, I’ll walk you through the process, step by step, and provide some valuable resources that will make your application and smooth as possible. So, how…
The Firearms Control Act defines different categories of licensing, leading many to conclude that using a firearm for a purpose other than what the firearm was licensed for is against the law. The most controversial case is the carrying of a section 15 handgun licensed for the purpose of occasional sport shooting for the purposes…
After recently obtaining my first firearm for self-defense, I became curious as to what other options are available to me as a South African with regards to firearm ownership. I have since researched other options at my disposal for sport shooting, hunting, and recreational shooting. If you are reading this post, it is likely that…
In South Africa, one of the prerequisites for being issued a firearm license is to have a safe installed in accordance with the SAPS gun safe requirements. When applying for a firearm license, a police officer will come to your house to inspect your safe to make sure it is adequate. So before installing a…
Unless you have been living under a rock, you’ll know Sig Sauer has been making some of the most sought-after handguns in the world. Until they made the Sig SP2022, the handgun that some refer to as the P226’s bastard child. But is it really deserving of that name? Is the SP2022 any good? The…
Writing a good firearm license motivation letter is paramount to getting your application approved. The registrar, the “decision-maker”, will exploit any excuse to refuse your application, so you need to be sure you cover all your bases. A motivation letter should be around two to three pages long. It should be brief, straight to the…
Some more upgrades to the Spartan Arms International SAI MK2.0. Raptor ambi charging handle and a sling (couldn’t help but paint it up to match). Still waiting on that Timney trigger from @jizni_accessories along with some Magpul magazines. What else? Oh yes, Olight Odin weapon mounted light. Its coming together… Next up, BUIS… suggestions?
With the right setup, you can repurpose a Howa 1500 from a mediocre hunting rifle to a capable long range precision rifle. This rifle was purchased as a gift for my brother, and was gifted back to me a few years ago. I have since then stripped it from its hogue rubber stock and installed…
So far a few hiccups on the SAI 2.0. I found a large patch of rust on the barrel underneath the handguard when I received the rifle. I was expecting the receiver with forward assist as per the photos I was shown by the sales person a while back. Not a deal break but not…
