Am I missing something??

[Sharpienads]

Good question. Technically, if it is stolen, and you don't know that it is, I don't believe you can get in trouble for receiving stolen property. I would, however cover your ass and check the serial if you plan on buying and you suspect it may be stolen.

How do you check the serial number? Is there a "GunFax" type program or something?

[exxonv]

How do you check the serial number? Is there a "GunFax" type program or something?

No Gun Fax - and I hope there never is... The last thing we need is more Federal $(@)#( .

I do ask for pics and serial number, and I do call the manf for a "born on date" from time to time. Depends on the investment though - north of $500 and I do the research.

F2F and if they won't let you break the gun down, then walk away. Most people are on the up-and-up - at least that has been my experience. I've gotten some great deals from folks that I thought were way in my favor, but I'm guessing they thought the same.

One man's trash is another man's treasure...

If it is stolen, that's unfortunately the chance you take w/the used market.

[Great-Kazoo]

I do ask for pics and serial number, and I do call the man for a "born on date" from time to time.



And how do you go about this?
Regarding breaking down, in a public place. I would send you pics of gun disassembled if that does not work, on to buyer #2. I had a "buyer' ask if he could break down a pistol, $%^& had no clue how to do it, thanks enjoy the day.
Sometimes you just have to trust the person you're dealing with.

[Ronin13]

How do you check the serial number? Is there a "GunFax" type program or something?

I would say contact LE and let them know you're planning on purchasing the gun but you wanted to make sure it wasn't reported stolen... You know you can do that, right?

[exxonv]

I would say contact LE and let them know you're planning on purchasing the gun but you wanted to make sure it wasn't reported stolen... You know you can do that, right?

Q: - have you done this in the past? I've never tried this route, so I'm curious. I know you can call them, but if you have, what is the timeframe for response, etc?

Thanks!

[DD977GM2]

So how would a guy go about buying something like this and still protect yourself? I'm sure a BOS does no good right?

If its stolen, its stolen and the transaction is null and void due to the fact that it was not the sellers property to sell to you.

No good can come of buying that pistol.

[DD977GM2]

You guys can all miss out on the deal, Im headaing down to the springs right for that sweet lil gem

[HoneyBadger]

Who cares if it looks sketchy! It comes with a G-17 clip! (G is for Gangsta!)

[Rooskibar03]

The old adage "if it seems too good to be true" would be a good thing to keep in mind here.

[exxonv]

I thought the same thing (stolen), but heck, at $250, it's a great deal! I just bought a G19 G3 w/NS (new in box) or I'd be hitting him up for details...

But, carry two guns, meet in a public place, cause ya never know...