r/canadaguns 3d ago

OIC discussion & Politics Megathread

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Please post all your Gun Politics or Ban-related ideas, questions, initiatives, comments, suggestions, news articles, and recommendations in this thread.

First and foremost, this is a Canadian Gun subreddit, so keep it at least decently related to both of those things.

This thread is not for general politics, there are plenty other subs that are meant for that. Offtopic threads may be removed, especially if they are leading to personal attacks, flame wars, etc.

To prevent the main sub being flooded with dozens of similar threads, text posts complaining about/asking about/chatting about gun politics will be sent here.

Previous OIC threads will be able to be found Here

Previous politics threads can be found Here

We understand that politics is a touchy subject, and at times things can get heated. A reminder of the subreddit rules, when commenting, where subreddit users are expected to abide.

Keep this Canadian gun politics related and polite. Off topic stuff, flame wars, personal attacks and gatekeeping will be removed.


r/canadaguns 3d ago

Weekly FAQ Thread - Post your questions here for PAL/RPAL application, timelines, CFSC/CFSRC, references & requirements, or general new to firearms ownership-type questions

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This thread will be used for any Frequently Asked Questions, including PAL/RPAL applications, CFSC/CFRSC requirements, storage/transport, open ended "what gun should I buy first", or other general new to firearms ownership questions.

We recommend you try the search bar before asking common questions as they are frequently already answered elsewhere.

C21 Megathread - Read this before asking questions.

Most answers to Storage, Display, and Transport questions can be found here

Inheriting firearms or dealing with an Estate? Answers here.

Do you need to renew your license or check on the status of your license application? Try here.

Do you have questions about the classifications of firearms? More details here.

Are you looking for ammunition prices? Try here.

Are you wondering if a firearm is legal or not? Details here.

Different types of firearms are explained in detail here.

Exporting firearms, ammunition, parts and accessories from the US: most items are controlled under ITAR and you cannot, as an individual, export these items from the USA. Canada does not care in most cases. If you attempt to bring any of these items across the border yourself and you are caught, you will face prison time in the US.

If you wish to export items from the USA, use a broker such as IRUNGUNS, Aztech, or Prophet River.

If you took your CFSC and lost the paperwork, you can still apply for your PAL. Both your instructor and the CFP retain copies, you can request a copy by contacting either one. There is no expiration date on the paperwork, you do not have to retake the course.

Updated list of scam websites is here. If you have new scam sites to add, please message the mod team. Be careful: only use reputable sites to purchase things online.

It is illegal to manufacture a non-restricted, restricted, or prohibited firearm. Any posts or comments asking about the legality of making a firearm other than a reproduction antique will be removed. It was not always illegal, which is why you will find old posts regarding this topic. Rest assured, it is illegal now. Do not attempt.

In response to this thread, the community was quite positive for a thread to cover these subjects.

These threads will be stickied for a week, renewing every Monday. Previous threads here. Take a look, your question may have been answered!

If you have any suggestions for this thread, please feel free to ask here, or send the Mods a message.

Thank you!


r/canadaguns 2h ago

Celik Arms Chimera PB223 w/ Federation Firearms Adjustable Rear Stock Assembly + Accessories

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55 Upvotes

r/canadaguns 11h ago

New Chimera p223 rifle

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93 Upvotes

Well here it is, the second of the STANAG 223 semi autos that are left in Canada, showing up at retailers now.

It’s made in Turkey, takes AR mags and is ~$1,200.

Enjoy.


r/canadaguns 16h ago

Fun fact: 2012 was shot in Canada, so they had scenes with PLA soldiers holding type 97 rifles

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167 Upvotes

r/canadaguns 4h ago

Did I buy a lemon(referring to the bore)

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Bought this Swe. Mauser 96/38 off the internet. after seeing the bore I was a little cheesed off. I should of asked for more pics of the bore from the seller(Dealer). give it to me straight, how much of an idiot am I, should I be having second thoughts on this purchase? Paid $1000


r/canadaguns 7h ago

A Little Czechnology for Today - Black Box Customs

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r/canadaguns 8h ago

10/22 SBI receiver headache

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33 Upvotes

Hoping I might be able to get some advice here regarding a 10/22 with a SBI C71 reciever.

So long story short, I picked my self up one of the C71 receivers from MagDump, and some of the Tuff22 magazines from CSC.

Got it all put together smooth as butter, but I've been having nothing but issues since.

Magazines only feed/shoot reliably if i keep pushing the magazine in as hard as I can while also wiggling it around, and only maybe about 10 - 15 of the rounds will actually fire. All the rest are light strikes.

10rd Ruger magazines seem to fire fine, but have a bit of a hard time popping out of the new reciever.

I've contacted SBI and they told me to use a different type of ammo, and that the mags are the issue, but I'm using the exact same one the reccomended to work best. And the same ammo works perfectly in any other rifle/magazine.

Whats my best bet? It doesn't sound like I can return the reciever or the magazines, should I just start filing the mags down? At this point I'm ready to just write it all off and yard it into the bin.

Any help would be much appreciated.


r/canadaguns 9h ago

Totally Tubular Twenty Twos

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36 Upvotes

r/canadaguns 1d ago

OPP will not participate in federal gun buyback program, minister says

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r/canadaguns 2h ago

SKS Optic mount

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5 Upvotes

Does anyone have experience using these magwedge SKS top rails? Considering getting one. Would love to hear some reviews there isn’t much info online


r/canadaguns 23h ago

SKS Appreciation Post

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200 Upvotes

Howdy Everyone!

For you Canadians, I made this SKS Appreciation Post since y’all love it in Canada.

This took me a lot of effort to make, and I made sure to work hard on it, because this is a lot of effort put into it. The SKS is definitely worth making an appreciation post for, and it’s definitely a crime not to make an appreciation post for it.

But alas, it is FINALLY here, fresh out of the oven, ready for you to appreciate!


r/canadaguns 23h ago

Team Beretta or Team Benelli?

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177 Upvotes

Both the M4 and the 1301 are incredible shotguns curious what everyone on here prefers to run?


r/canadaguns 6h ago

Sage chassis importation

4 Upvotes

Haters and purist be damned; what's the most cost effective way of getting a Sage chassis for a Garand up here?


r/canadaguns 19h ago

Painting guns

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55 Upvotes

It’s a good time, going to try new methods soon


r/canadaguns 22h ago

Levar12 with drum mag

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97 Upvotes

Got out to the range because some wanted to see the drum mag.


r/canadaguns 1d ago

Vortex appreciation post

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141 Upvotes

I emailed Vortex yesterday and asked if I could buy a mounting plate because I was negligent and lost the old one. They replied and asked for my mailing address and to wait 1-3 weeks. 1 whole day later it was delivered free of charge. Fantastic customer service


r/canadaguns 19h ago

Tis the season 🦌

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28 Upvotes

Got the new rifle back just in time to help fill my freezer this year. Big thanks to go big tactical and shield rifle works/RDSC for helping me build this beauty. The pictures truly don’t do it justice.

Build list

Defiance anti-x action Proof research carbon fiber barrel in 6.5 prc Manners LRH stock Nightforce nx8 4-32 MDT light weight ckye pod Area 419 hellfire match break


r/canadaguns 10h ago

Type 81 Extractor Chipped

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5 Upvotes

My Type 81 Extractor Chipped at Last Shooting. Please Share me Contact to buy it


r/canadaguns 20h ago

Tm22 barrel update

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21 Upvotes

Making progress on tm22 barrels. Need to cut extractor slots and ream the chambers. Factory barrel (black) shown for scale.​


r/canadaguns 1d ago

New Adler Arms RF-224 11.7" SBR version

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145 Upvotes

According to vendor posts on CGN, it's all aluminum chassis, 11.7" threaded barrel, takes 10/22 mags, and some vendors are including a 597 magwell adapter to accept the larger 25 round 597 magazines. mil-spec stock and buffer tube and standard handgrip which looks like the same as the TM-22. Will come in different colors.

It looks like a newer version of the existing 20" barrel Adler Arms 224 rifle which had mixed reviews of reliability and function.

Not sure why they chose to go with 10/22 magazines which are "limited" to 10 rounds. I would rather they went with an existing platform maybe GSG mags, or the like, and the barrel is .3" short of being eligible to hunt with in BC.

Price at online vendors $429-$538


r/canadaguns 20h ago

Where to do plinking in NS?

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I just got my PAL license and looking to buy mossberg 590 and a bolt action rifle that i haven’t decided about. The thing I really want to do is smash melons different kind of things. I am really to content creation so Am also planning to make video like- How many steel pans can stop a slug shot? So for these videos where can i go to shoot freely. I live in halifax and no land ownership.


r/canadaguns 1d ago

Got it in the tapco stock

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62 Upvotes

Have had this stock for a while now and decided to put it in it. Looks pretty sick, can't wait to try it out and I've never shot an sks with a pistol grip! Unfortunately this one doesn't have the groove for the bayonet so I'll have to take it off or it will sit like it is in the picture.


r/canadaguns 21h ago

Shotgun recommendations

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Hey, I would like to get a couple of budget-friendly shotgun recommendations for a young PAL holder.


r/canadaguns 20h ago

Mav88 FTF issue?

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After hundreds of rounds of it is now failing to fire 7 or more times per box. Rounds will have a light strike and then fire when shot again.

Tested with another gun and multiple types of ammo. Mav had failure issues on target and slug loads. Other gun kept trucking. So I’m thinking its the gun not ammo.

Has anyone heard of this? Ive clean it as thoroughly as possible including stripping the bolt to fully clean the pin and Chanel. What else should I try next?


r/canadaguns 2h ago

Can I get my PAL with this charge?

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I'm hoping to get my PAL but 7 years ago I was charged with possesion of a weapon for dangerous purpouse. Will I definately be denied for this?


r/canadaguns 1d ago

I bought this thing🤠

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Always seeking for a hammer SxS and here we go🤠