Importing an Entire Slide

[Styrak]

Hi there fellow airsofters. I know metal slides are OK to import, but what about an entire complete slide? Metal slide, metal barrel, inner barrel, piston, sights, and markings?

Anyone had experience with this?

[Lakonian]

Probably just get seized. I don't think a customs officer would treat it any differently.

[Styrak]

But why is it OK to import slides then?

[Lakonian]

Originally Posted by Styrak

But why is it OK to import slides then?

It's not

AFAIK slides, frames, receivers, and mags w/ fake rounds are all on the watch list.

I'm not 100% sure, but this is to the best of my understanding.

[Frozencricket]

From http://www.cfc-cafc.gc.ca/factsheets/imports_e.asp

Importing Firearm Parts and Ammunition
You cannot import prohibited ammunition or firearm parts that are classified as prohibited devices, including handgun barrels that are 105 mm or less in length or parts made exclusively for a fully automatic firearm.

You do not need a valid firearms licence under Canadian law to import non-prohibited firearm parts (except for a frame/receiver). However, as indicated below, you may need an export permit from the other country.

The Explosives Act sets limits on the amount of ammunition and ammunition components that may be imported without an import permit. Generally, the Explosives Act allows you to import up to 5,000 cartridges of non-prohibited ammunition for your personal use without an import permit.

For more information, please refer to the web site of Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) or call the Explosives Regulatory Division of NRCan at (613) 995-8415. As indicated below, an import permit may be required for smaller amounts in order to comply with the laws of the exporting country.

[Styrak]

That was actually useful Frozencricket.
Since the slide I want has a barrel length of 114mm, I should be OK.

[Frozencricket]

The best way to confirm is to contact the Border Information Service and ask.

[Regan.S]

I highly doubt you'll be able to import something like that.

[Tex]

I recieved mine (slide and outer barrel) it was clearly marked on the customs forms what it was, it was opened at customs held for around 5 days then sent on to me.

[Styrak]

Originally Posted by Regan.S

I highly doubt you'll be able to import something like that.

You're new to the forums, I've seen your other posts, and slides CAN be imported. Did you actually have anything to add to this thread? Or any evidence?

[Greylocks]

Receivers are the critical part, those get seized/destroyed. Slides, even with a barrel inside, should not be an issue since you can import the real thing...

[Styrak]

Originally Posted by Greylocks

Slides, even with a barrel inside, should not be an issue since you can import the real thing...

Just keep it >105mm right?

[Scooby Steve]

Originally Posted by Greylocks

Receivers are the critical part, those get seized/destroyed. Slides, even with a barrel inside, should not be an issue since you can import the real thing...

Agreed. I ordered a Shooters Design metal slide and outer barrel from Redwolf and received it without any problem.

http://www.redwolfairsoft.com/redwol...l?prodID=22107

G 17 and Glock 17 Black on the packaging as well as 7075 High Quality Aluminum. I ordered it June 2 and signed for it June 12

[dontask]

how's the customs fee on slides? are they outrageous ?

[littlerobz]

I don't know the laws good enough to say what's legal/illegal. If your concerned, contact Jugglez at Airsoftparts.ca. He brought me in a metal body/slide/barrel for my P226 without problem. And he is an amazingly quick reply to e-mails etc.