FAQ's
Q. Do I need a licence to buy an antique pistol/gun?
A. UK law states that all items that conform to the antique firearms status that are sold as, and owned as "curiosities" or "ornaments" are exempt from the licencing and restrictions of use provisions in the Firearms Act 1968. Commonly known as Section 58 of the Firearms Licence.
Q. Can these guns be used/fired?
A. NO. All the firearms that we sell are antiques, manufactured way before 1939 and are of an obsolete calibre/type of ammunition, so they cannot be used or fired. ANY attempt to TRY and use the antique firearms could lead to serious personal injury and is strictly against UK law and carries a heavy penalty, including imprisonment.
Q. How old do I have to be to own an antique firearm?
A. We require that persons wishing to purchase an antique firearm from us is aged 18 years or above.
Q. Do you offer multi buy discounts?
A. Please get in contact with us, we will always try to do the best we possibly can.
Q. Would you be interested in purchasing antique firearms or accessories?
A. Yes, we would be happy to hear from anyone with single items or collections that they are looking to trade in, or sell.
Q. How do I get in contact with you?
A. As we are passionate about our business, we are available to be contacted most of the time, if you need help with anything at all (no question is too silly or small). Please either use the contact form, email us at: flintlockandblackpowder.co.uk or alternatively phone us on 07359 605 805. If we are not available, please leave us a message and we will always try to contact you as soon as we can.
Q. Will you sell/post outside of the UK?
A. I'm afraid that we do not offer this option.
Q. Can I spread the cost of my purchase?
A. Yes you can, we now offer Klarna Please choose this option at checkout, you will see the Klarna logo below where you would enter your credit card details. You are then taken directly to the Klarna site, where they take your details for the payment option you have chosen. The most popular is to split the cost of your purchase over 3 interest free installments.