Is it ok to ask about a firearms dealer if they are legit?

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May 21, 2023, 10:29 PM

XLT

Is it ok to ask about a firearms dealer if they are legit?

It's been a while since I have posted anything or even been on the forum but I want to buy from a dealer but not sure how about them, is it ok to ask here?

May 21, 2023, 10:41 PM

12131

If online "vendors" have Zelle or PayPal/venmo or crypto only, and no CC, as their payment methods, run away immediately. Just add the item in the cart and go to check out, and right there is where you will see the truth.

Also, legit dealers can easily be checked online. Type in the dealer's name. Plenty of sites that list dealers plus their FFL numbers. Use those and check against the ATF FFL EZ Check system.

May 22, 2023, 12:09 AM

XLT

Awesome Thank you!

May 22, 2023, 12:58 PM

calugo

Might want to publish the dealers business name because someone may have done business with them and can share their experience. You can also try and google the business name and see what you come up within terms of reviews. Another option is to simply buy from a know reputable online dealer or from your local brick and mortar shop. There are many red flags that help spot scam sites like prices to good to be true.

May 23, 2023, 08:24 AM

Blackmore

quote:
Originally posted by 12131:
If online "vendors" have Zelle or PayPal/venmo or crypto only, and no CC, as their payment methods, run away immediately. Just add the item in the cart and go to check out, and right there is where you will see the truth.

Also, legit dealers can easily be checked online. Type in the dealer's name. Plenty of sites that list dealers plus their FFL numbers. Use those and check against the ATF FFL EZ Check system.

Find them here:

https://www.atf.gov/firearms/l...l-firearms-licensees

Confirm with eZ-Check

May 24, 2023, 05:20 AM

Blume9mm

quote:
Originally posted by Blackmore:

Also, legit dealers can easily be checked online. Type in the dealer's name. Plenty of sites that list dealers plus their FFL numbers. Use those and check against the ATF FFL EZ Check system.

Find them here:

https://www.atf.gov/firearms/l...l-firearms-licensees

Confirm with eZ-Check[/QUOTE]

Blackmore tagged it... you can check on a FFL online.