Quote Originally Posted by UncleDave View Post
According to the GCA-1968 Firearms manufactured before 1899 are antiques and not firearms, so that law does not apply to them. That is why you don't need an FFL to sell 19th century or older firearms ie. pawn shops and antique stores without an FFL.
In theory yes. In CA, not so sure. Easiest way would be for his son to check (in person) with a few LGS, see what they say. Then check the CADOJ to verify.