How Old Must One Be?

[Attila The Killa]

How old must one be to own a flintlock pistol in Ohio?

I'm talking about like the 18-19 century ones like pirates...arrggg!

Is it like all handguns over 21?

Or could one be under 18?

Also would one have to get a license like (concealed carry) before carrying one or would it have to stay at home?

Thanks for the help!

Attila

 

[Jim Watson]

I don't know the age limits in Ohio, but it would surely have to stay at home. State laws about concealed weapons do not apply the Federal definition of firearms, antique vs modern. If it shoots (cuts, whacks) and is carried with "the intent to go armed" that is all that matters most places.

 

[Attila The Killa]

Thanks does anyone know what Ohio's laws state on the age of the owner of flintlock pistols?

 

[Attila The Killa]

Bump

 

[JImbothefiveth]

I'm not sure, you might be allowed to buy one from someone who isn't a licensed dealer. I'd say consult the state police. And do you know the 4 rules of gun safety?

 

[TAB]

Whats the age too buy black powder?

even if its legal to own, if your not old enough to buy the powder, its just a fancy club.

 

[Attila The Killa]

Yeah
never point the gun at anything you're not willing to shoot
keep finger off trigger until you're ready to fire
all guns are always loaded
make sure you're not gonna shoot anything behind or in front of you're target and you really wanna shoot what you're about to shoot.

I took gun safety and am a licensed hunter.

I've also got black powder so that isn't a problem.

 

[TAB]

there is a big diffrence between having something and legally buying something.

 

[revals]

Legal purchase age is 18. You can order one and have it shipped directly to your home even, so long has it is a muzzleloading black powder pistol. Muzzleloaders, by virtue of the fact that they do not fire fixed ammunition, are considered antique firearms under The Gun Control Act of 1968 and are not restricted in trade by any federal law or regulation. This applies to both antique and new made muzzleloaders. However, if you are wanting a black powder cartridge pistol then all FFL laws apply.

 

[ArchAngelCD]

You can get the current gun laws/carry laws for any state on the web site of The Attorney General for that state. That's true for Ohio too...

Never trust what you hear on the Internet to be accurate, especially when it comes to the law and the possibility of going to jail because you broke the law. Always check for yourself to be sure. Good luck...

 

[Cpt. America]

Its in the north so I think its safe to say, you have to be 21.

 

[Dan Crocker]

Also would one have to get a license like (concealed carry) before carrying one or would it have to stay at home?

You can't be serious? Make that one shot count, son...