Craigslist gun buy

[Medic624]

So I was on CL looking at the crazy stuff people want to Barter ... Slow night at work ... And I was amazed to see how many people are selling/trading guns on CL... Huh, who knew!?!

Anyone ever purchase or sell to someone from CL?!?

Not so sure I how I feel 'bout that... Too many variables for me...

[RSJ]

So I was on CL looking at the crazy stuff people want to Barter ... Slow night at work ... And I was amazed to see how many people are selling/trading guns on CL... Huh, who knew!?!

Anyone ever purchase or sell to someone from CL?!?

Not so sure I how I feel 'bout that... Too many variables for me...

If they are willing to openly violate CL's terms of service, I would suspect a set-up or an idiot. I wouldn't buy nor sell a gun on that site. Armslist, TX gun trader, gunbroker and of course this great site are safer than craigs.

[C-dub]

So I was on CL looking at the crazy stuff people want to Barter ... Slow night at work ... And I was amazed to see how many people are selling/trading guns on CL... Huh, who knew!?!

Anyone ever purchase or sell to someone from CL?!?

Not so sure I how I feel 'bout that... Too many variables for me...

If they are willing to openly violate CL's terms of service, I would suspect a set-up or an idiot.

Or both.

[Medic624]

Yeah I was... Hey I'm all for public gun transfer but NOT without a CHL etc... And yes, I was under the impression it was against their TOS. I didn't have time to look it up after I saw the post. I got busy ... But I wouldn't buy or sell or "trade/barter" from CL it just seemed fishy and my spidey sense got all tingly.

As an aside... There was someone ranting and freaking out saying they were taking down IP addresses and emails and were sending them to the FBI for personal transfer of firearms without a Federal Check...

And a few replies bashing them for it ...

[alvins]

Yeah I was... Hey I'm all for public gun transfer but NOT without a CHL etc... And yes, I was under the impression it was against their TOS. I didn't have time to look it up after I saw the post. I got busy ... But I wouldn't buy or sell or "trade/barter" from CL it just seemed fishy and my spidey sense got all tingly.

As an aside... There was someone ranting and freaking out saying they were taking down IP addresses and emails and were sending them to the FBI for personal transfer of firearms without a Federal Check...

And a few replies bashing them for it ...

well we all know the rules for transfering guns in texas so who cares if they send it to the fbi?

[Medic624]

Yeah I was... Hey I'm all for public gun transfer but NOT without a CHL etc... And yes, I was under the impression it was against their TOS. I didn't have time to look it up after I saw the post. I got busy ... But I wouldn't buy or sell or "trade/barter" from CL it just seemed fishy and my spidey sense got all tingly.

As an aside... There was someone ranting and freaking out saying they were taking down IP addresses and emails and were sending them to the FBI for personal transfer of firearms without a Federal Check...

And a few replies bashing them for it ...

well we all know the rules for transfering guns in texas so who cares if they send it to the fbi?

Ha ha ha... I know that's what made it funny... Maybe I didn't relay it well enough...

[alvins]

yes those evil texas people how dare we sell somone a gun who already owns 20.dont forget those weapons of mass desruction called silencers.

[Topbuilder]

I remember a CL ad a while back "Lead delivery system"
Creative way no not say gun.

[bizarrenormality]

If they are willing to openly violate CL's terms of service, I would suspect a set-up or an idiot. I wouldn't buy nor sell a gun on that site.

More for me!

[Jumping Frog]

Yeah I was... Hey I'm all for public gun transfer but NOT without a CHL etc....

I need to speak out on that one.

Everyone has the right to buy and sell guns unless they are a prohibited person (felon, etc.). I do not agree that someone must jump through the licensing hoops to be able to exercise their God-given Constitutional right to buy, sell, and possess arms.

The position you stated does not help restore firearms rights. It is one thing for a person to express they'd rather sell to a licensee, but being against all non-licensee transfers is objectionable.

[Medic624]

Yeah I was... Hey I'm all for public gun transfer but NOT without a CHL etc....

I need to speak out on that one.

Everyone has the right to buy and sell guns unless they are a prohibited person (felon, etc.). I do not agree that someone must jump through the licensing hoops to be able to exercise their God-given Constitutional right to buy, sell, and possess arms.

The position you stated does not help restore firearms rights. It is one thing for a person to express they'd rather sell to a licensee, but being against all non-licensee transfers is objectionable.

Mr. frog... Objectionable to you or not...Let me reiterate...I never said I was against it or I felt someone should jump through a hoop to purchase a firearm from a private party... I simply stated that I (me personally) don't feel comfortable doing it without having at least some type of personal knowledge that the person I am selling to has the legal right to own a firearm. The best way for ME to at least have some peace of mind is to request a CHL ... This is not to say I have not bought person 2 person but, that is on them to feel secure that I'm not a felon. My being careful does nothing to restore or erode firearms rights... That, is the position and duty of the appointees we vote into office. It is our responsibility to make every attempt to know that the candidates we are backing have the mindset to protect and not allow a reduction if our 2nd amendment or access to ownership. So, if you have another way for me to know or have a reasonable knowledge that the person I am selling to is not a felon etc... I'm all ears.

[Richardc]

I have bought, sold, and traded many things on CL to include, reloading and related gun stuff, cars, furniture. Every interaction has been pleasant to the point that some still email me with questions and vise verse. I do carry to all my transactions just in case, and it does not hurt to have someone else there with you, and meet in a public place. I say buy away and also BUYER BEWARE.


P.S. IF you read the actual rules there is none on buying, trading, or selling guns. Only that they say obey local laws and they prefer you not. Remember, CL is based out of San Francisco(The most liberal part of The Peoples Republic of California. I would know I was born, raised, and lived in SOCAL for 23 years).

[grumble]

P.S. IF you read the actual rules there is none on buying, trading, or selling guns. Only that they say obey local laws and they prefer you not. Remember, CL is based out of San Francisco(The most liberal part of The Peoples Republic of California. I would know I was born, raised, and lived in SOCAL for 23 years).

From craigslist.org/about/prohibited.items

Partial list of items for sale and services the advertisement of which is not permitted on craigslist:

• Child pornography, obscene materials, offers or solicitation of illegal prostitution.
  Weapons and related items, including firearms, ammunition, silencers, pellet/BB guns, tear gas or stun guns.
  Items issued to United States Armed Forces that have not been disposed of in accordance with Department of Defense demilitarization policies.
  Food stamps, WIC vouchers, SNAP EBT cards, SNAP or WIC foods, infant formula, etc and other items received from governmental agencies or programs.
  Fireworks, including "safe and sane" fireworks or any destructive devices or explosives.
  Alcohol or tobacco products. Controlled substances or illegal drugs, substances and items used to manufacture controlled substances and drug paraphernalia.
  Prescription drugs and medical devices, including prescription or contact lenses, defibrillators, hypodermic needles or hearing aids. Nonprescription drugs that make false or misleading treatment claims or treatment claims that require FDA approval.
  Blood, bodily fluids or body parts.
  Household pets of any kind including dogs, cats, primates, cage birds, rodents, reptiles, amphibians, fish. Re-homing with small adoption fee OK. Pet animal parts, blood, or fluids are also not permitted, including stud/breeding service.
  Restricted or regulated plants and insects, including noxious weeds, endangered plant species, or live insects or pests.
  Pesticides or hazardous substances, or items containing hazardous substances including contaminated toys, or art or craft material containing toxic substances without a warning label.
  Illegal telecommunications equipment, including access cards, signal jamming devices, password sniffers, unloopers, or cable descramblers
  Stolen property, or property with serial number removed or altered. Burglary tools, including lock-picks or motor vehicle master keys
  False identification cards, items with police insignia, citizenship documents, or birth certificates.
  Counterfeit currency, coins and stamps, tickets, as well as equipment designed to make them. Counterfeit, replica, or knock-off brand name goods. Material that infringes copyright, including software or other digital goods you are not authorized to sell, warez, bootlegs.
  Tickets you are not allowed to sell, including airline tickets that restrict transfer. Coupons or gift cards that restrict transfer or which you are not authorized to sell. Lottery tickets, sports trading card 'grab bags', raffle tickets, sweepstakes entries, slot machines, other gambling items.
  Used or rebuilt batteries, or batteries containing mercury.
  Used bedding and clothing, unless sanitized in accordance with law.
  Non-packaged food items or adulterated food.
  Bulk email or mailing lists that contain names, addresses, phone numbers, or other personal identifying information

[carlson1]

Yeah I was... Hey I'm all for public gun transfer but NOT without a CHL etc....

I need to speak out on that one.

Everyone has the right to buy and sell guns unless they are a prohibited person (felon, etc.). I do not agree that someone must jump through the licensing hoops to be able to exercise their God-given Constitutional right to buy, sell, and possess arms.

The position you stated does not help restore firearms rights. It is one thing for a person to express they'd rather sell to a licensee, but being against all non-licensee transfers is objectionable.

I pass up a lot of gun buys because all their must have CHL or must sign Bill of Sale, etc. . . I personally do not want someone else to have my information. So they can keep their firearm and find a sucker somewhere else.

[SigM4]

Sold numerous guns on CL; usually advertise the sale as "gun case for Glock 19 9mm, e-mail with questions" for instance. I'd say 95% of the e-mails are inquiring if I still had what came in the case. All the sales have always taken place in either a police station or fire station parking lot, cleared ahead of time with the buyer, as well as requiring a copy of DL/CHL for my records. CL buyers seem to be a little more willing to pay asking price vs. other sites, whether its because they're not hardcore "gun guys" or otherwise I'm not sure. Although, you still get the "hey I know you're asking $450, but best I can do is $200" e-mail occasionally.

As far as variables, yes there are more than say selling to a member of this or other gun forum, but not so much so that I've ever questioned it. Both CL and gun forums allow both sides a level of anonymity so I tend to lump them into the same group.