I used my Webley Junior, Cadet Major, and later a Webley Mk III and a Senior both "within the curtilage" of my parents "dwelling house" and beyond for the princely sum of 10s 6d p/a payable at the local post office.
In those days so many were ex services that the sight of an air rifle gave no cause for concern whatsoever. Indeed the usual comment was "Can I have a few shots please?"
Nostalgia exemplified; many thanks.