Portsmouth Gun Centre

16/01/2026

https://basc.org.uk/damning-report-exposes-fi****ms-licensing-failures-in-beds-cambs-and-herts/?mc_cid=264f0b3db8&mc_eid=d28108b802

“HMICFRS has identified poor and inconsistent decision-making as a risk to public safety. That is an administrative and leadership failure, not a failure of fi****ms law. The legislation is already robust – it is ineffective licensing practice that creates risk."

“Calls to tighten fi****ms law or to reclassify shotguns ignore the real issue. Public safety is best served by well-trained licensing teams, clear national guidance and timely, evidence-based decision-making, not by adding further complexity to a system that is already struggling to cope."

BASC has renewed calls for proper resourcing and accountability following a damning police fi****ms licensing unit inspection.

12/12/2025

https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/750236?utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_MP0Su543FrRWHlgNxF2qNOWXw9oGLgyvn31s72mNOzJ-7sV1Ix2sdyVhJZn2Qquo84ebj-CvKzvGINeYrXOKQiFNuMu0w6VOLRKe0lao8PfyjFVA&_hsmi=123778870&utm_content=123778870&utm_source=hs_email

Keep section 1 firearm & section 2 shotgun licensing separate. I think this would help to protect law-abiding owners, the shooting industry, & rural communities. Policies should focus on real public safety issues without burdening responsible citizens or damaging heritage & livelihoods.

17/05/2025

Please note that we are closed Thursday 22nd and Friday 23rd May. We will be back to our normal opening hours from Saturday 24th.

09/01/2025

05/07/2024

Smith & Wesson 629 Competitor Classic 6inch CO2

The legendary. 44 Magnum revolvers of the 629 series are known for their impressive design and first-rate quality. With its barrel jacket and attachable barrel weights the massive Smith & Wesson 629 Competitor breaks new ground in terms of appearance.

The weights, which are used in the original to shift the center of gravity, give the Competitor its striking character. This CO2-operated airgun has a similar look. It also features an authentic mounting rail for red dot sights and a fully adjustable rear sight. The Non-slip rubber grip make this 1,550 g full-metal version easy to handle.

The cylinder accepts metal loading shells, as in the original, and the manual safety is integrated unobtrusively in the cylinder release. The piercing tool for the 12-g CO? capsule is integrated in the grip scale.

20/06/2024

Here we go again!

26/04/2024

It would appear that Facebook does not like us at the moment and keeps taking down our posts.
Be sure to keep an eye on our website for new items and updates.
https://www.portsmouthguncentre.co.uk/

22/02/2024

https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/fi****ms-licensing-sound-moderators

The Government are seeking to use a Legislative Reform Order made under the Legislative and Regulatory Reform Act 2006, that will effectively remove the need for moderators to be placed on a Fi****ms Certificate.

They propose to amend the definition of firearm in section 57(1)(d) of the Fi****ms Act 1968 to remove the reference to sound moderators.

This is a sensible move and clearly, good news for shooters who use them for target shooting and other shooting activities.

Take 2 minutes to 'Respond Online'

We are consulting on a proposal to use a legislative reform order to remove sound moderators from fi****ms licensing controls.

19/10/2023

RWS 4 Wing 1081 Musket/ Top Hat Caps Back In stock

06/10/2023

RWS Large Rifle Primers NOW IN STOCK.
£20/ 100
£180/ 1000