Watch This BEFORE You Purchase A Gun Online...

Published on September 24, 2021
Duration: 6:44

This video from USCCA, featuring Kevin Michalowski, provides an expert guide on purchasing firearms online. It details the necessary steps involving a Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) for background checks and paperwork, emphasizing legal compliance and dispelling myths about online gun acquisition. The content aims to educate first-time online buyers on the process, potential benefits like cost savings and selection, and manageable drawbacks such as shipping times.

Quick Summary

Purchasing a firearm online requires shipment to a Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) dealer, who will conduct the mandatory background check and ensure all paperwork, like ATF Form 4473, is completed. This process ensures legal compliance, similar to an in-person purchase, before you take possession.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Buying Guns Online: First Timers Guide
  2. 00:17How to Buy a Gun Online & Giveaway
  3. 00:31Introduction: USCCA Channel Purpose
  4. 00:48Pros of Buying Guns Online
  5. 01:56Cons of Buying Guns Online
  6. 02:25Shipping and Waiting Times
  7. 02:42Where to Buy Guns Online
  8. 03:06Stock Availability
  9. 03:17FFL Requirement for Online Purchases
  10. 03:39Process of Online Gun Purchase
  11. 04:25Gun Shipment and Background Check
  12. 04:37Verification of Legal Purchase
  13. 05:05Legal Compliance and Paperwork
  14. 05:20Taking Possession of the Firearm
  15. 05:33Online Purchase as In-Person Transaction
  16. 05:52Conclusion and Legal Advice
  17. 06:06Gun Giveaway Announcement

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the first step to buying a gun online?

The first step is to identify the specific firearm model you wish to purchase and then locate reputable online retailers such as Brownells, GunBroker.com, or GunsAmerica.com. You will then need to find a local Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) dealer to handle the transfer.

Do I need a background check to buy a gun online?

Yes, absolutely. When you buy a gun online, it must be shipped to a Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) dealer. This dealer will conduct the mandatory background check and ensure all federal and state paperwork, including ATF Form 4473, is completed before you can take possession.

Where can I find a Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) for online gun purchases?

You can typically find a local FFL dealer through online directories provided by many firearm retailers, or by searching the ATF's website. Your local gun shop is often an FFL that can receive transfers for a fee.

What are the main advantages of buying a gun online?

The primary advantages of buying a gun online include potentially lower prices, a much wider selection of models and brands than typically found in local stores, and the convenience of shopping from home. You may also sometimes avoid in-state sales tax.

What are the disadvantages of buying a gun online?

The main disadvantages are not being able to physically inspect or handle the firearm before purchase, the added cost and time for shipping, and the mandatory transfer through an FFL which involves additional paperwork and potential waiting periods.

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