Originally Posted by
acmsarh
Have a look at Firearms Home office guidance to the police ,ANTIQUES Chapter 8 section 4 ,It states there that The intent to fire the gun concerned even with blank charge or ammunition would take it beyond the terms of curiosity or ornament , This does not preclude the possession of such firearms on certificate for the purpose of collection or occasional use,
Also to fire a antique "wall hanger" without having it checked for safety is a recipe to null and void any insurance if it lets go after many years of neglect.
If want to shoot it at all it ceases to become an antique ornament or curio and is subject to s1/sgc requirements ,Although the chances are very slim that you will be checked by plod it does happen , Most club rules will also state that all firearms used must be in good condition and in proof if not the insurance company's solicitor's would chew you or the club to bit's in court.