Posted: 6/21/2013 2:47:21 PM EDT
| Hey guys! im looking to buy a pistol from someone out of state. Its going to be sent FFL to FFL but is there any way i can make sure he doesn't run off with my money, like having the ffl pay him when he delivers the gun or something? |
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Most FFLs will not act as escrow services, to my knowledge. They don't want to get between you and the seller except as a point of shipment.
If you're really concerned, or it's a lot of money, there are online escrow services. I've never used one, but I have a buddy who has. Most of them seem geared for large transactions like vehicles, and their fees reflect that ($25-50). A quick Google found this place, https://www.miniescrow.com/, who says they specialize in small (<$2000) transactions, and they charge 2.5%, so if you're spending $500 that's only $12.50. That doesn't seem like too much to pay for peace of mind. |
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Who are you buying from????
It is a daily occurrence to send off cash and hope the item gets shipped. Nothing new. 
If buying from someone on this board and they have been a member for a while you can buy with confidence. If some random person off of craigs list there is going to be more of a risk. |