Jay jay Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 Hi, I'm looking into opening an airsoft business but i am wondering about the legal issues and requirements for the(uk). Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Tackle Posted February 14, 2018 Moderators Share Posted February 14, 2018 I'd heard that many rif retailers had gone down the route of becoming "licensed firearms retailers", I.E. getting the licenses & accreditation that would cover them for all "gun" related kit, which also covers blanks & pyro with 4.1 accreditation . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supporters Rogerborg Posted February 14, 2018 Supporters Share Posted February 14, 2018 Best of luck, and I wouldn't get too hung up on the minutiae, since it can be impossible to comply. See if you can spot the flaws in the UKARA retailer process: http://ukara.org.uk/#retailer 1. Applicants must have verifiable commercial premises. 2. Must retail Airsoft products as one of their main product lines. 3. Must have a business cheque account. 4. Shall have a business insurance policy relating Airsoft to protect the retailer, employee and the customer with public liability. 5. Must provide 2 Trade References from Airsoft Retailers or Wholesalers. 6. Must have all the first 5 points before making an application. So... you have to be an established trader before can become a trader? As near as I can make out, they expect you to flog two-tones until you get going - or to sell RIFs at your own risk - then apply for access to the UKARA database. Also, how on earth can a business insurance policy provide public liability cover for customers? I do not think that means what they think that it means. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyraven Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 54 minutes ago, Rogerborg said: Best of luck, and I wouldn't get too hung up on the minutiae, since it can be impossible to comply. See if you can spot the flaws in the UKARA retailer process: http://ukara.org.uk/#retailer 1. Applicants must have verifiable commercial premises. 2. Must retail Airsoft products as one of their main product lines. 3. Must have a business cheque account. 4. Shall have a business insurance policy relating Airsoft to protect the retailer, employee and the customer with public liability. 5. Must provide 2 Trade References from Airsoft Retailers or Wholesalers. 6. Must have all the first 5 points before making an application. So... you have to be an established trader before can become a trader? As near as I can make out, they expect you to flog two-tones until you get going - or to sell RIFs at your own risk - then apply for access to the UKARA database. Also, how on earth can a business insurance policy provide public liability cover for customers? I do not think that means what they think that it means. I know that some if not all Wholesales that sell Airsoft products won't even give you prices of their items unless you have a valid business in trading for at least 6 months. Which i find confusing.. as how are you meant to sell Airsoft products if no one will sell you the stock...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommikka Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 2 hours ago, Rogerborg said: . 4. Shall have a business insurance policy relating Airsoft to protect the retailer, employee and the customer with public liability. Also, how on earth can a business insurance policy provide public liability cover for customers? I do not think that means what they think that it means. The business needs insurance that covers its liability for responsibilities over its staff and the customer For appropriate situations such as trips & falls your shop displays fall down and crush your customer, and anything business specific Not holding the shop liable for what their customers do, but insuring the customers from anything the shop is liable for Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sako Posted February 23, 2018 Share Posted February 23, 2018 On 14/02/2018 at 8:30 AM, Jay jay said: Hi, I'm looking into opening an airsoft business but i am wondering about the legal issues and requirements for the(uk). Thanks. What previous experience do you have with starting and or running a business? Do you have the necessary capital and funds to be able to run at potential loss or stalemate for the first 9-12 months? does the market research you’ve (I assume) gathered for your area and closely surrounding areas suggest that a fixed shop will do as well as/better than an online retailer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay jay Posted March 7, 2018 Author Share Posted March 7, 2018 Hi, I have many years experience in running a business, Capital is not a problem, The nearest airsoft shops to me is 60 miles apart, I live smack bang in the middle (so 30 miles each direction)... I have UKARA so I can buy black airsoft guns BUT what do I need to sell them,????? The Law dose not seem to be clear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ak2m4 Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 On 3/7/2018 at 8:17 PM, Jay jay said: Hi, I have many years experience in running a business, Capital is not a problem, The nearest airsoft shops to me is 60 miles apart, I live smack bang in the middle (so 30 miles each direction)... I have UKARA so I can buy black airsoft guns BUT what do I need to sell them,????? The Law dose not seem to be clear Although I don't sell AEG's I did look into it a few years ago. There didn't seem to be any law or requirement enabling you to be a retailer. For importation, your defense is that you're an established retailer. A few years back now so who knows..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mostly Retired Moderators L3wisD Posted March 9, 2018 Mostly Retired Moderators Share Posted March 9, 2018 Our very own @CES_williamson started his shop (SWAS Airsoft) about a year or so ago, and seems to be doing well from it. He's got lots of established brands in stock now. While I'm sure he won't give away all his trade secrets, it could be worth sending him a PM for advice on how to get started as he did Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albiscuit Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 On 3/7/2018 at 8:17 PM, Jay jay said: Hi, I have many years experience in running a business, Capital is not a problem, The nearest airsoft shops to me is 60 miles apart, I live smack bang in the middle (so 30 miles each direction)... I have UKARA so I can buy black airsoft guns BUT what do I need to sell them,????? The Law dose not seem to be clear I would imagine you just need stock, opting into the UKARA scheme would be your choice. There would be guidelines in place and recommendations regarding VCRA but these need to be looking into by a business adviser or lawyer. No disrespect but if you have business experience why would you be asking a bunch of strangers on the internet advice about setting up another? First of all you need to find a distributor or go direct to suppliers/manufacturers and ask them if they would supply you before you go any further. If you cant get the stock you have no store!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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