mvalentin 3 Posted August 9, 2011 Report Share Posted August 9, 2011 Not sure if this is the right forum for this as I'm new to the Saiga-12 community and haven't found this elsewhere. Does anyone know if I could have a customized S12 in Illinios, and or customize it? Also, where could I read up on this? I'm moving to the Springfield area from out-of-state in the next 2-3 months and also trying to get my new S12 customized but worried that I might run into a stone wall here and be stuck holding the bag with a shotgun I can't use. Just bought a S12 about a month ago and been looking into getting it customized, however didn't expect a recent promotion to a new position last week which will be out of state for me. Thank you for your responses and patience. - C Quote Link to post Share on other sites
physicsnerd 139 Posted August 9, 2011 Report Share Posted August 9, 2011 I believe as long as you are outside of Cook County you will be OK. The only thing that is a pain for my friends in IL is that you have to get a FOID card in order to own guns and buy/transport ammunition. So make sure to apply for it as soon as you have an IL drivers license. But I was with a friend once in a shop in IL that had an S12 on the wall and Beta C-mags for the AR in the display case. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mullet Man 2,114 Posted August 9, 2011 Report Share Posted August 9, 2011 (edited) Yes, you will need a FOID card (Firearm Owners ID). You can apply for one at Gander Mountain or most any sporting goods store that deals in firearms or shooting ranges and FFL dealers. You can also print off an application on the Illinois State Police website, attach picture and send it in with a fee. They'll use your DL photo anyway but want a current picture for the app. I lived in Springfield for about 15yrs, its a hole! D'Arcy's Pint and The Barrelhead have some very good food. Be sure to order a "Horseshoe"! Edited August 10, 2011 by Mullet Man Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mvalentin 3 Posted August 12, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 12, 2011 Thanks for the info on the FOID. We don't have that crap here in WI. Just as I was going to get my CCW for concealed carry, I'm moved up to a new role out of state. Can't say no to it in this economy! Can I fill out the FOID prior to moving to IL? Thx. I lived in Springfield for about 15yrs, its a hole! D'Arcy's Pint and The Barrelhead have some very good food. Be sure to order a "Horseshoe"! That's where I'm moving to. I've been to D'Arcy's Pint before and had their horseshoe. HUGE plate! Waitresses were good-looking too. Haven't tried Barrelhead yet. Called up and can't believe that IL doesn't have an open-carry law. I know they're the last state that doesn't have concealed-carry, but didn't know they didn't even have open-carry. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mullet Man 2,114 Posted August 16, 2011 Report Share Posted August 16, 2011 Yes, FOIDs are quite embarrasing, especially when you talk about them to out of staters! I'm not sure about applying for one before you move, i've never done it. Search thru the menu on the left under firearms for info.... http://www.isp.state.il.us/ We've been working on carry for sometime now and its been getting closer and closer but i refuse to hold my breathe. Also try out Monty's sub shop in Springtucky, they're the best subs around! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
weaponx 18 Posted August 17, 2011 Report Share Posted August 17, 2011 i live near rockford and it is a hole too, i know what you mean mullet man. as to the above poster you can but no sbs. which is a short barrel shotgun. under 18 inches in ill. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mullet Man 2,114 Posted August 19, 2011 Report Share Posted August 19, 2011 i live near rockford and it is a hole too, i know what you mean mullet man. as to the above poster you can but no sbs. which is a short barrel shotgun. under 18 inches in ill. I live near Rockford too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
weaponx 18 Posted August 19, 2011 Report Share Posted August 19, 2011 wow , that is cool. so how close are you to winnebago then ? mulletman Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mullet Man 2,114 Posted August 20, 2011 Report Share Posted August 20, 2011 (edited) I'm between Dekalb and Rockford, off rt72. i've been to the Pecatonica gun show at the fair grounds a couple times. Edited August 20, 2011 by Mullet Man Quote Link to post Share on other sites
weaponx 18 Posted August 23, 2011 Report Share Posted August 23, 2011 well it is good to know there is some like minded people closer then i think. maybe i will see you at pec. sometime i am always wearing a tromix,red jacket or miss. auto arms shirt. not all at once though ...ha ha ! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
johndavidjack 0 Posted December 29, 2011 Report Share Posted December 29, 2011 (edited) I believe as long as you are outside of Cook County you will be OK. The only thing that is a pain for my friends in IL is that you have to get a FOID card in order to own guns and buy/transport ammunition. So make sure to apply for it as soon as you have an IL drivers license. But I was with a friend once in a shop in IL that had an S12 on the wall and Beta C-mags for the AR in the display case. Sorry to bump up an old topic, but I didn't want to start a new one. In my previous posts, I had NYS S12 questions. Similar to the OP, I'm moving to Illinois, to one of the adjacent counties west of Cook County. My question is, how long does it take to establish residency and receive a driver's license, which is required for the FOID card? Secondly, I've heard that until one establishes residency, one can own firearms, but cannot buy/transport ammunition. It also not a good idea to have people see them. Is this out-of-state clause true, or should I leave the firearms (only long rifles/shotguns; for now ;-)) at the folk's place until I get my FOID? Thanks. Edited December 29, 2011 by jdjack Quote Link to post Share on other sites
liberty -r- death 1,445 Posted January 4, 2012 Report Share Posted January 4, 2012 I believe as long as you are outside of Cook County you will be OK. The only thing that is a pain for my friends in IL is that you have to get a FOID card in order to own guns and buy/transport ammunition. So make sure to apply for it as soon as you have an IL drivers license. But I was with a friend once in a shop in IL that had an S12 on the wall and Beta C-mags for the AR in the display case. Sorry to bump up an old topic, but I didn't want to start a new one. In my previous posts, I had NYS S12 questions. Similar to the OP, I'm moving to Illinois, to one of the adjacent counties west of Cook County. My question is, how long does it take to establish residency and receive a driver's license, which is required for the FOID card? Secondly, I've heard that until one establishes residency, one can own firearms, but cannot buy/transport ammunition. It also not a good idea to have people see them. Is this out-of-state clause true, or should I leave the firearms (only long rifles/shotguns; for now ;-)) at the folk's place until I get my FOID? Thanks. I would call the Illinois State Police and ask them. They run the FOID program here in Illinois. Best answer should come from them. Questions may be directed to the ISP FOID Section by phone at 217-782-7980 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. CST Monday through Friday. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
iarneau 44 Posted January 5, 2012 Report Share Posted January 5, 2012 Yes, you will need a FOID card (Firearm Owners ID). You can apply for one at Gander Mountain or most any sporting goods store that deals in firearms or shooting ranges and FFL dealers. You can also print off an application on the Illinois State Police website, attach picture and send it in with a fee. They'll use your DL photo anyway but want a current picture for the app. I lived in Springfield for about 15yrs, its a hole! D'Arcy's Pint and The Barrelhead have some very good food. Be sure to order a "Horseshoe"! Love the Barrelhead, my parents have been friends with the Davlins for a while so that was a regular place for us. It's a shame about the tornados a few years back but the place looks better than ever now. Have you been recently? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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