Buying Guns & Ammo Online: Frequently Asked Questions
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Is purchasing firearms and ammunition online legal?
- Yes, purchasing firearms and ammunition online is completely legal. All you need to do is order from an online firearms store and then contact a local firearms dealer to arrange a Federal Firearms License (FFL) transfer and that is it. The dealer will then take over the process, and all you have to do is wait for a phone call.
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What is an FFL?
- An FFL is a Federal Firearms License that enables an individual or a company to participate in the manufacturing or selling of firearms and ammunition. They are most commonly held by pawn shops, gun stores, and sporting goods stores. There are many individuals who also hold an FFL, though it is not as common. In order to purchase a firearm online, you will need to go through your local FFL.
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Do I need to provide information to purchase a firearm or ammo online?
- If you live in New York State, New Jersey, Illinois, or Connecticut, you will need to send us documents that your state requires us to collect. You will also have to pass a background check by your local firearms dealer.
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Can I call my ammunition or firearms order in and pick it up from the store?
- Yes, we are able to take orders and payments over the phone.
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How long do you hold my order for?
- Once it is paid for, we ask that you pick up your order ASAP.
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Can I call my order in and have it shipped from your Minnesota location?
- Yes, we are happy to take your order over the phone and ship it to your house. We offer free shipping.
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Are there any additional costs in your FREE SHIPPING?
- No, our shipping is totally free with no hidden fees.
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Do you offer financing/layaway?
- Yes, we can set you up on a payment plan.
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Do I have to sign for my shipment?
- Yes. We ship all ammo and firearms out Adult Signature. This is now a carrier requirement.
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Where do you ship to?
- We only ship to the lower 48 states. No shipping to Cook County, IL, Massachusetts, California, New York City, Alaska, or Hawaii. We do not ship directly to your home unless you have a Federal Firearms License (FFL). Please contact a local firearms dealer to arrange shipment.
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Can I return the ammunition that I purchased?
- No, we cannot take ammunition back after it has shipped.
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How do I know when my order has been shipped?
- You will get an email with your order information.
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How do I know when my gun is ready to be picked up?
- When you first speak to your local firearms dealer, it is a good idea to make plans for when/how to pick up your firearm. Most dealers will notify you when they when they receive the package.
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Can I cancel my order?
- Once your order has been shipped, we cannot cancel it.
