Flare Gun

[boating2go]

I have a 12 gauge flare gun aboard, is it legal to go to Mexico with it?

[ranchhand]

Good question. You can go to jail in Mexico for having a single .22 cartridge in your possession. It is possible to bring in hunting rifles or shotguns, but permits and paperwork are needed. Probably best to call a Mexican embassy or consulate for guidance. Don't mention 12 gauge or they will automatically think "firearms". Just call it a plastic signal flare pistol.

[SilentOption]

any more insight to this question?

[Sailmonkey]

Last time we were in Mexico was two years ago with 4 current and roughly a dozen expired flares. No problems at all a all

[Captain Bill]

It's a flare launcher, not a pistol. Pistols are fire arms and illegal in some places.

[Canibul]

Whatever you do, DON'T use words like "12 gauge" and "gun" and "pistol" when talking to anybody.

They're totally illegal here, by the way.

[boating2go]

Thanks everyone, I will remember it is a flare gun.

[markpierce]

You weren't paying attention. It's "flare launcher."

[sailorboy1]

flare guns just really just aren't a "weapon"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MINzTadC1S0