Selling a gun. What info should I collect as proof of sale?

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SenileDavid wrote:Personally, I would have an FFL transfer the purchase. This way there is documentation of the transaction and the buyer would need to pass the FBI NICS background check.
Why? If the buyer has a CHL, they have already passed a more rigorous background check then any FFL can do.
:iagree:

It's overkill and if someone wanted to do one, I'd pass on the purchase.
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RPB wrote:
amber wrote:
G192627 wrote:I'm selling a Glock to another individual. I want to make sure I have proper documentation in case down the line I have to prove I sold it.

What will pass as proof?
A bill of sale can be faked. Videotape the transaction.

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ID cards can be faked too ...

besides videotaping, require a DNA sample :lol::
To prove who bought it, a DNA sample would be extra evidence. That's a good idea if the buyer will give it but you can videotape without consent. Stores do it all the time.

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pbwalker wrote:I don't require anything. If you have a TX DL, just show me you have it and we're good. All this other stuff is unnecessary IMO...
pbwalker wrote:It's overkill and if someone wanted to do one, I'd pass on the purchase.

:iagree: Oh and don't forget to show me the MONEY.

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:tiphat:

Oh and don't forget to show me the MONEY.

:iagree: BUT ....

How do you know, tha' money is good ?? :biggrinjester:

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RPB wrote:
amber wrote:
G192627 wrote:I'm selling a Glock to another individual. I want to make sure I have proper documentation in case down the line I have to prove I sold it.

What will pass as proof?
A bill of sale can be faked. Videotape the transaction.

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ID cards can be faked too ...

besides videotaping, require a DNA sample :lol::
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Whatever you decide, don't spring it on the buyer at the last minute. Discuss it before meeting.

Many object to even a bill of sale, and your buyer may walk away.
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.45mac.40 wrote::tiphat:

Oh and don't forget to show me the MONEY.

:iagree: BUT ....

How do you know, tha' money is good ?? :biggrinjester:

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dang...I spoze deep down inside I always knew that might be a problem, hence mine aren't for sale...no paperwork, videos, DNA, or gold bars are needed :lol:
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I will sell a gun only after the buyer has passed a thorough background investigation, signed a contract drawn up by my attorneys, and placed his/her hand on the Bible and swear not to perform any illegal activities. :angel:


But seriously, show me the money and that's good enough for me, but if something
doesn't feel right or the buyer has out of state license plates ect, I'll find another buyer.
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USA1 wrote:I will sell a gun only after the buyer has passed a thorough background investigation, signed a contract drawn up by my attorneys, and placed his/her hand on the Bible and swear not to perform any illegal activities. :angel:


But seriously, show me the money and that's good enough for me, but if something
doesn't feel right or the buyer has out of state license plates ect, I'll find another buyer.
Cool, you have a Bible with a built-in fingerprint scanner too?
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RPB wrote:
USA1 wrote:I will sell a gun only after the buyer has passed a thorough background investigation, signed a contract drawn up by my attorneys, and placed his/her hand on the Bible and swear not to perform any illegal activities. :angel:


But seriously, show me the money and that's good enough for me, but if something
doesn't feel right or the buyer has out of state license plates ect, I'll find another buyer.
Cool, you have a Bible with a built-in fingerprint scanner too?
:smilelol5:
No, but I like the way you think. :thumbs2:
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When the gun store wouldn't sign my bill of sale for the gun I was trading in, I knew they were up to no good. They want me to sign their form but they won't sign mine? Something fishy with that so I backed out of the sale.
This will only hurt a little. What comes next, more so.

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Cobra Medic wrote:When the gun store wouldn't sign my bill of sale for the gun I was trading in, I knew they were up to no good. They want me to sign their form but they won't sign mine? Something fishy with that so I backed out of the sale.
Probably a wise move since dealers can/will only give you a fraction of what it's worth.
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