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j8ear · 08-06-2003, 10:37 AM

You can send a gun via post NO PROBLEM. I would definately use UPS or FedEx (both require it be declared as a firearm)...much better accountability and less 'jumping through hoops' for insurance claims. If your father buys a gun and 'gives' it to you, that is referred to as a straw man purchase and is a federal felony, in addition to other possible state crimes. In order for the weapon to be legally transfered it must go through an FFL. The FFL will run a backround check, institute the 10 day waiting period and charge handsomely for the service. Never heard of it costing under $50 bucks but you never know. FFL's like it much better when a firearm is bought from them, instead of transferred through them.

THIS IS NOT TRUE about a pre-brady bill weapon though, as it could have been given to you prior to it's enactment. I'm no lawyer and would recommend seeking qualified advise specific to your situation.

good luck....and watch out for the man...anything they can do to take away your arms will be employed.

08-06-2003, 10:37 AM	#6 (permalink)
j8ear Gentlemen Farmer Location: Middle of nowhere, Jersey	You can send a gun via post NO PROBLEM. I would definately use UPS or FedEx (both require it be declared as a firearm)...much better accountability and less 'jumping through hoops' for insurance claims. If your father buys a gun and 'gives' it to you, that is referred to as a straw man purchase and is a federal felony, in addition to other possible state crimes. In order for the weapon to be legally transfered it must go through an FFL. The FFL will run a backround check, institute the 10 day waiting period and charge handsomely for the service. Never heard of it costing under $50 bucks but you never know. FFL's like it much better when a firearm is bought from them, instead of transferred through them. THIS IS NOT TRUE about a pre-brady bill weapon though, as it could have been given to you prior to it's enactment. I'm no lawyer and would recommend seeking qualified advise specific to your situation. good luck....and watch out for the man...anything they can do to take away your arms will be employed. __________________ It's alot easier to ask for forgiveness then it is to ask for permission.