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Originally Posted by Showe22
I have recently purchased one of the new Novritsch SSG-24 airsoft guns. I have tried to understand the firearms codes, but it doesnt make sense to me.
Please tell me if I have misunderstood the laws...
Airguns that are considered firearms under the Firearms Act and the Criminal Code:
- muzzle velocity greater than 500 feet per second and muzzle energy exceeding 5.7 joules.
I don't believe many airsoft guns exceed 5.7 joules, even a Novritsch sniper. I requested the 430 fps spring to be installed.
Guns that fit the above criteria are subject to the same legal requirements as owning a real rifle.
Air guns that meet the criminal code but are not considered firearms:
- maximum velocity of 500 fps and/or 5.7 joules.
the stipulation with these standards seems to be that they are only considered firearms under the criminal code if used to commit a crime. The owner of one of the airsoft guns is not required by law to have a firearms license or registration certificate.
Has anyone had luck ordering a gun from outside the country and having it come through customs? It doesn't seem like the SSG-24 breaks any rules set out by the RCMP, and meets the requirements of an airsoft gun legal in canada.
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Make sure you order the right spring [under 500 fps] Is an option on the Novritsch site