Bringing an air rifle (pellet gun) to Colombia... Any permits or disclosures necessary?

Escape Artist says on May 14, 2009, 18:36:

If it makes a difference the rifle has a high powered Bushnell scope attached.

EA

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makopp5 (☼Travelguide writer) says on May 14, 2009, 19:03:

Escape Artist says on May 14, 2009, 19:41:

Thanks for your invaluable input makopp5. Your contribution has certainly added to the value of pbh. Keep up the good work!

EA

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Gator says on May 14, 2009, 20:12:

Same post with the same link, http://www.airgundepot.com/gamo-hunter-extreme.html , was made March the first. But the name used that time was crsuribe2. He also wrote in the OP "What I'm comint to realize after posting here, is that PBH is full of nothing but big mouths. I have yet to encounter a single person who knows anything about the topic at hand. You're all just making assumptions and providing nothing but useless, arrogant answers."

Let the Troll RIP

"Bene, cum Latine nescias, nolo manus meas in te maculare" .

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Escape Artist says on May 14, 2009, 20:19:

"Same post with the same link"??? Not hardly!

Not sure what your intention is Gator but I can assure you I have not posted a similar inquiry under a different handle. Simply view my past post/comments and you will quickly realize I am not a troll here on pbh.

F.Y.I. The two rifles are entirely different air rifles. http://www.airgundepot.com/beeman-air-rifle-r1.html

The other poster ask about a "Gammo Hunter Extreme" and my post is about a Beeman R1. Two totally different rifles. The only similarity is they are both high powered air rifles.

My bad! Had I done a search here on pbh I would not have posted the inquiry above. No need for any further responses as I see, after further investigation I can legally bring it in to the country without special permits or declarations.

I am aware of the fact air rifles are sold within Colombia because I've seen them offered for sale in a sports related store in the Oviedo mall. I was simply curious if I needed any special permission etc. to bring it in to the country.

P.s. Thanks Gator for your less than friendly/helpful comments. You have clearly demonstrated your demeanor and I will be guided accordingly. Thank you!

EA

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Gator says on May 14, 2009, 20:53:

Gee, I thought it was the same air rifle from that link-Sorry. If you want "factual" infomaton call DIAN (Impuestos y Aduanas Nacionales) or e-mail at dian at dian.gov.co-they will answer.

Beeman R1 Pellet Rifle- Barrel Break w/Beech Stained Stock
Retail: $679.99
Our Price: $599.00

"Bene, cum Latine nescias, nolo manus meas in te maculare" .

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Catfish35 says on May 15, 2009, 10:35:

Yes..this Red Rider BB gun question has been answered already..Now go in peace and do not shoot your eye out!
Atleast in Colombia you won't have to worry about sticking your tongue to the flagpole !!
peace

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frede says on May 15, 2009, 13:21:

I saw some major quality air rifles at the Bass Pro...in Hollywood Fl. These guns are for serious target shooters...and can really put a hot meal on the table...if you like pigions and squirrels! Maybe you can shoot passers by in the butt....they will never know what hit em! good luck.

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nine inch nails says on May 15, 2009, 14:17:

You can get a Crosman 1077 semi with CO2 cartidges for only $100 but so underpowered on a relative sense. For grins I shot it on our local Sheriff's range open to the public and a 6" difference in trajectory in only 50 yds. Now my AR14 spot on! I would love to bring that to Colombia!

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Robert Jorge says on May 17, 2009, 13:03:

A Beeman is capable of consistently hitting an aspirin size target at 20 meters. It is a very serious airgun. Not that it is recommended, but I have read stories (legit) of guys taking wild hogs with a Beeman. If you were to shoot a person with a Beeman, unless the pellet hit a bone, it would easily pass right through the body.

"You can not take the barrio out of the girl you really can't." Oneforamillion

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Escape Artist says on May 17, 2009, 13:19:

At up to 1000 fps a Beeman can inflict some serious damage! And yes they are an extremely accurate air rifle.

EA

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Robert Jorge says on May 17, 2009, 13:36:

Actually, this model shoots a .177 pellet at 1125fps.

"You can not take the barrio out of the girl you really can't." Oneforamillion

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Escape Artist says on May 17, 2009, 15:41:

Yeah, the RX2 in a .177 model can reach 1125 fps but it lacks the knock down power of say a .20 or .22. Still has tremendous velocity and is an extremely accurate air rifle although I don't care for the jolt it gives you.

EA

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quantum says on May 17, 2009, 18:27:

Very educational! Didnt know there was a pellet gun powerful enuff to send a slug right thru a human body. Woah! And u dont need a permit to bring it in? Sounds like it falls into the grey zone which makes it very usefull potentially.......

quantum

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twmcm says on Jul 19, 2009, 10:22:

How did this end up? Can a high-end air gun be brought to Colombia (by air entry & as regular accompanied luggage) without hassle?

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Escape Artist says on Sep 17, 2009, 09:51:

twmcm: I successfully brought my Beeman R1 into Colombia. No hassles at all.

EA

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