Firearms variation

[moonlighter 1,163]

I’m trying to do a one4one variation but I can’t find a on-line form to fill in.. any advice appreciated… Lincolnshire police. 
I’m on the portal but I can’t find a form for a straight swap same calibre variation. 

[Sausagedog 7,381]

What other options is there and have you tried them?

[moonlighter 1,163]

1 hour ago, Sausagedog said:

What other options is there and have you tried them?

There’s 4 options.. 

1; new application 

2; variation (but I’ve filled this in and nothing about a one4one) 

3; change of address 

4; transfer/notice of sale 

[Sausagedog 7,381]

When you filled the variation there should be an option to replace a firearm surrendered with another.

[moonlighter 1,163]

[Sausagedog 7,381]

Ok so have you disposed one?

[moonlighter 1,163]

1 hour ago, Sausagedog said:

Ok so have you disposed one?

No, still got the old one.. hopefully will part ex it at the dealer when I get my new one. 

[Sausagedog 7,381]

Hmmm. To do a one for one variation you have to dispose of one first.

The form will ask you for details of where it went then ask if you wish to do a one for one.

You will not be given authority to purchase before you have surrendered the other.

If you want an additional firearm you will be asked for a good reason why you should be granted the addition.

[moonlighter 1,163]

Oh right, I didn’t realise that.. so I’ll have to hopefully see if the dealer will offer me a part exchange, even though I’m not buying the new rifle off him, there and then. If the variation takes a while to come through, I could be weeks or months without a rifle, as I would have to sell or dispose my existing rifle.. then apply for a one4one variation. Thanks for the information, I’ll look into that. 

[Deker 3,478]

17 minutes ago, moonlighter said:

Oh right, I didn’t realise that.. so I’ll have to hopefully see if the dealer will offer me a part exchange, even though I’m not buying the new rifle off him, there and then. If the variation takes a while to come through, I could be weeks or months without a rifle, as I would have to sell or dispose my existing rifle.. then apply for a one4one variation. Thanks for the information, I’ll look into that. 

That's the way it normally works! 

Some regions may give you a grace period of purchase/disposal, but the only way you will know that is if you ask your region, but don't count on it!!!

[Sausagedog 7,381]

38 minutes ago, moonlighter said:

Oh right, I didn’t realise that.. so I’ll have to hopefully see if the dealer will offer me a part exchange, even though I’m not buying the new rifle off him, there and then. If the variation takes a while to come through, I could be weeks or months without a rifle, as I would have to sell or dispose my existing rifle.. then apply for a one4one variation. Thanks for the information, I’ll look into that. 

Or tell them you need and why you need an additional rifle. 

[BenBhoy 4,706]

1 hour ago, moonlighter said:

Oh right, I didn’t realise that.. so I’ll have to hopefully see if the dealer will offer me a part exchange, even though I’m not buying the new rifle off him, there and then. If the variation takes a while to come through, I could be weeks or months without a rifle, as I would have to sell or dispose my existing rifle.. then apply for a one4one variation. Thanks for the information, I’ll look into that. 

Silly isn't it?? 

[smokingdragon 21]

Give your reason as you want to get a dedicated night sight rifle and you want keep the day rifle with its normal scope on - don't forget the extra mod slot as well

Edited March 5, 2023 by smokingdragon