Just sent one via parcel force express 48 . No lying that it was "sporting goods" or a "wood carving with some metal bits" like some like to do . told them it was a low powered airgun which it is and which is suitable for being sent via parcel force.
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Arms and Ammunition - low powered air weapons Low-powered air weapons (air rifles, air guns and air pistols), together with lead pellets and other airgun and airsoft projectiles, can be sent but are subject to the following conditions:
These items must be sent on an express48 service only
These items must be sent via the Post Office only, and presented at the counter
Enhanced compensation cover is not available
https://www.parcelforce.com/help-and...d-restrictions
Thanks again to Angrybear for the advice he gave me for sending it .