Gun show set to open

The 26th AFAD Defense & Sporting Arms Show (DSAS) opens its doors to thousands of gun enthusiasts on July 12-16 at the SM Megamall in Mandaluyong City, offering exciting activities, surprises and raffle prizes.

World shooting champ Jethro T. Dionisio, president of the Association of Firearms and Ammunition Dealers of the Philippines, Inc. (AFAD), said AFAD exhibitors will launch their latest array of firearms, ammunition and shooting paraphernalia.

In partnership with the Philippine National Police (PNP), the DSAS will again stage the PNP Firearms Caravan to assist applicants of License to Own and Possess Firearms (LTOPF), Provisional LTOPF, Firearms Registration, and Permit to Carry Firearms Outside of Residence (PTCFOR). For the convenience of applicants, there will also be services of the Health Service's neuro-psychiatric exam and interview, Directorate for Intelligence (DI) clearance, Crime Laboratory's drug test clearance, PNP Finance Service, NBI clearance, notary public and residence certificate. Interested applicants may visit www.afad.ph for the complete list of requirements.

In addition, the AFAD is also working closely with the PNP to have LTOPF and Firearms Registration ID card printing at the show venue.