Fire Away!

[cayce]

I have over 350 deals on G-broker and probably twice that in FTF sales in the last 45-50 years. There MUST BE A WAY where we as sellers, or buyers, can call the guns numbers in and also someones license number to see if there are issues.

It is way too easy for those who shouldn't have guns to get them. In the past year I have refused to sell to 3 people for various reasons. I also will NEVER meet someone for a deal without talking to them on the phone. I know there are the text msg junkies. That's fine but I won't play.

Fire away!

 

[WebSnyper]

I have over 350 deals on G-broker and probably twice that in FTF sales in the last 45-50 years. There MUST BE A WAY where we as sellers, or buyers, can call the guns numbers in and also someones license number to see if there are issues.

It is way too easy for those who shouldn't have guns to get them. In the past year I have refused to sell to 3 people for various reasons. I also will NEVER meet someone for a deal without talking to them on the phone. I know there are the text msg junkies. That's fine but I won't play.

Fire away!

If you want a check on the person you are selling to, there is nothing preventing you (the seller) from requesting a transfer at an FFL. That will NOT check the gun's history, but will be a background check on the buyer only. Most folks will not want to do this on an in-state private sale, but you as the seller can make that a part of the offer to sell. Just do it in your ad, and don't surprise anyone with it.

That said, on a private sale, I wouldn't subject myself to it, and would just go buy new from an FFL at that point or look for another private sale.

 

[JettaKnight]

 

[BiscuitsandGravy]

I think Mr. Jetta is on to something...

 

[boosteds13cc]

You have the right to feel the way you do. There's a few guns I've wanted to purchase through other groups and just seeing their profile picture(s) I got sketched out n said there's always more pew pews out there. I've also drove 2 hours to meet up with a few people off of here to buy items. I know even looking at how active someone is in the posts, anyone can be anyone behind the computer.

 

[Beowulf]

Honestly, if you are looking for a pretty good way to check, ask to see their CCL. Now granted, I suppose they could have had theirs revoked, but they still managed to hang on to the card, but honestly even checking that they ever had a CCL is probably going to weed out like 99% of the scumbags.

Sure you can also do a transfer through an FFL. Doing so wouldn't cause me to cancel a deal, as long as A) the seller is covering the NICS check cost and B) the dealer isn't way out of my way and has reasonable hours (if you are only open 8am-4pm on Wednesdays, that's not really going to cut it). But then again, I have a whole passel of NFA items. If they ever decide to go door to door, they are coming to my house regardless of how I do title 1 gun transfers from private individuals.

 

[sparky32]

I ask for LTCH and matching address on license. If the deal feels icky dont do it simple as that. If person has what i just stated i feel fine.

 

[Trigger Time]

LOL

 

[Trigger Time]

I was told by an ATF agent once that NO ONE has ever been prosecuted by the government for refusing to sell someone a firearm. If something doesn't smell right, then pass.

That was regarding store sales but I'm sure it can apply to private sales also

 

[churchmouse]

I have a circle of people that I use. LGS owners (friends) and friends in good standing. I seldom deal anywhere other than with them or in the Classifieds here. I can always find what I need inside this circle. I can always sell/trade what I want inside that circle. Keep it simple stupid are words that resonate in my mind.
No need or desire to venture out into the big scary to find a deal.

 

[223 Gunner]

It may be easier for you just to stick to gunbroker to sell your items.
That way it is shipping to an FFL. It is on the buyer whether or not they can pass a NICS check.
That way you can feel safer/better about who is buying your firearm.

 

[WebSnyper]

I have a circle of people that I use. LGS owners (friends) and friends in good standing. I seldom deal anywhere other than with them or in the Classifieds here. I can always find what I need inside this circle. I can always sell/trade what I want inside that circle. Keep it simple stupid are words that resonate in my mind.
No need or desire to venture out into the big scary to find a deal.

Pretty much my method as well, unless I am buying from an online retailer and then the transfer is done at a known to me good to go FFL.

 

[Dead Duck]

I always meet in the alley behind the poolhall after midnight..... and bring extra guys.
There's just something nostalgic about a gun deal under the flickering streetlight with the smell of booze, urine and vomit. Kinda reminds me of home.
Plus you get to meet the most interesting characters.

 

[WebSnyper]

with the smell of booze, urine and vomit. Kinda reminds me of home.

So, you grew up in a house... (If you have not seen Deadpool, you will not get this)

 

[Trigger Time]

I always meet in the alley behind the poolhall after midnight..... and bring extra guys.
There's just something nostalgic about a gun deal under the flickering streetlight with the smell of booze, urine and vomit. Kinda reminds me of home.
Plus you get to meet the most interesting characters.

I had to double read your post. My eyes switched bring to blow.

 

[IndyDave1776]

I have a circle of people that I use. LGS owners (friends) and friends in good standing. I seldom deal anywhere other than with them or in the Classifieds here. I can always find what I need inside this circle. I can always sell/trade what I want inside that circle. Keep it simple stupid are words that resonate in my mind.
No need or desire to venture out into the big scary to find a deal.

*Note to self: Don't try to buy a gun from CM while confined to bed rest*

 

[VUPDblue]

Hotgunz.com not perfect, but better than nothing.

Mycase.in.gov Cursory criminal background check for IN residents.

ISP does not share handgun license info with anyone outside .gov, BMV doesn’t share their info either.

 

[croy]

I ask for LTCH and matching address on license. If the deal feels icky dont do it simple as that. If person has what i just stated i feel fine.

Why does it have to be matching? Just because some doesn't pay $20 for a new card with matching address doesn't mean there LTCH isnt valid

 

[JettaKnight]

Why does it have to be matching? Just because some doesn't pay $20 for a new card with matching address doesn't mean there LTCH isnt valid

THIS.

 

[SnoopLoggyDog]

I have over 350 deals on G-broker and probably twice that in FTF sales in the last 45-50 years.

Fire away!

If I am following your math, you have bought or sold 1050 firearms over the last 45-50 years? That would be 21 firearms per year, over a 50 year period. That is just shy of one transaction a week. Do you have an FFL?