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November 5th, 2011, 10:31 AM #1
Shooting Range in the Basement
I have heard of some that have a small shooting range set up in there basements and use .22 LR Standard Velocity cartridges.
A) Is this legal if you are in an area where it is unlawful to discharge a firearm - like I believe most communities would be?
B) Would there be any difference if it was an air gun since they make some really nice air powered rifles?
B) If it is a an acceptable situation - how do you go about creating one?
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Thanks for any help on this!
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November 5th, 2011, 10:38 AM #2
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Make sure you have a good ventilation system installed.
If God didn't intend us to have guns why would he have given us a trigger finger?
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November 5th, 2011, 10:39 AM #3
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You will have to check with your local laws. If there is a local ordinance against discharging a firearm, you will have to check for exceptions. Some have exceptions for target shooting. Some have exceptions for target shooting only at approved ranges. If you can sound-proof your basement, that's another story.
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November 5th, 2011, 12:30 PM #4Member
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Re: Shooting Range in the Basement
What's the size of your basement?
Id check local law on discharging a firearm inside your residence.
As for an air gun,making targets to catch the projectile is far easier and safer than of a .22
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November 5th, 2011, 12:43 PM #5
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Our basement is huge.
Our home is a rancher at 1840 square feet and so our basement will be the same.
And we don't have much down there so size should not be an issue I think.
I have seen a shooting competition at a local borough building during the winter months where they are shooting I think it is 30 feet with single shot standard velocity .22 LR.
Quite fun.
And I have heard of people doing similar in their basements so I thought - Hey!!
So I do not think space is an issue so that leads us to the legality issue.
I am afraid the same police department that does not know if OC is legal will answer this question without proper knowledge.
Thanks.
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November 5th, 2011, 01:06 PM #6Member
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Re: Shooting Range in the Basement
I have shot a lot of what they call "CB caps". They only work single loaded, and of course cause some noise, though nothing like a regular 22. I shot into a big piece of hardwood. The standard distance for indoor is 50 ft, I believe.
A good alternative is airsoft. You can get really good airsoft guns like 1911, Beretta 92, etc. The claim is that they are remarkably accurate, and quiet too.
To make a "range", simply make a box out of plywood / 2x4s, and make the back wall @ around a 45 degree angle to deflect the bbs down. Line the bottom with carpeting to stop the bbs. You can reuse the bbs.
Happy shooting!!When seconds count, the police are only minutes away...
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November 5th, 2011, 01:08 PM #7
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While I don't shoot 22 in my basement I do shoot a rubber bullet (X-rings) propelled by just a primer in a plastic case (from Speer) for my 38/357 revolver. They are reuseable and reloadable. Also just a cardboard box with a bath towel is all that's needed for a bullet trap. I still recommend good ventilation and ear protection.
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November 5th, 2011, 02:07 PM #8
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My FFL has a range in his basement. I think it's 1/2 inch steel plate with something like 2 inches of rubber in front of it. I believe he can shoot up to .40 cal.
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November 5th, 2011, 02:59 PM #10
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WPD may know but I do not live in Willliamsport.
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