[Eager]

I've sold several handguns (shipped to FFLs out of state) but I've never done an in-state, face to face sale. I've got a gun for sale now and it may go in-state this time. I'm in WA.

What all do I need to do/know for an in-state FTF sale?

I downloaded a very comprehensive "Bill of Sale" from one of these gunboards which looks like it would be great to use.

Any other tips/advice would be great. Thanks.

[PlasticPistolPacker]

I have bought all my pistols through FTF sales. Usually you can SOMEWHAT tell if the person is of decent character online. All the ones I have met have been some of the nicest people I have ever met (go figure...gun owners. Thought they were suppose toi be mean criminals?) . Even when I have been the buyer I always buy from someone who has a CCW permit and I also show them mine and my drivers license. In some cases a bill of sale is made out and in others just money and the firearm is exchanged. Good luck.

[41 Redhawk]

Ckeck your state. Where I live (PA), FTF sales have to be handled by an FFL or done at the Sheriffs office.

[md2lgyk]

I did several FTF handgun sales in WA when I lived there, but that was more than 10 years ago and things may be different now. I always checked the driver's license for proof of age and state residency, made up a Bill of Sale, and that was about it.

[Steve C]

When I lived in WA I'd sold, bought and traded some pistols from strangers, friends and acquaintances. Unless the laws has changed in the last 20 years it was simply a direct exchange. For those I didn't know personally I asked for ID and wrote down a name and address. I always ask for a bill of sale in case the pistol was ever stolen or lost so I could prove ownership and provided the same to anyone I sold to if they asked.

[J. Parker]

Hi Eager,
I live in the Moses Lake area. Who knows, maybe we'll do some gun tradin' sometime. I'm retired and gun trade all the time in Washington state. It's a fun hobby. A FTF gun deal in WA ST is perfectly legal. I've done a bunch of FTF deals. Here's what I suggest;

1. A Bill Of Sale is a good thing to have. Although, with my regular tradin' buddies I normally don't require one.
2. I don't like to trade at night. Do a deal in the daytime in a neutral place where there are other people around.
3. Try to decide on a halfway meet. It's only fair to both parties.
4. FTF deals are great because you see the gun in person, up close for a good inspection.
5. You make some new friends doing FTF deals.
6. No FFL's to deal with and all that malarky.
7. Another option in Washington State is the GiantNickel in the Tri-Cities and similiar papers.
8. Over the years I've had a great time doing FTF gun deals.

Take care, John