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Arbud 10-23-2023 11:06 AM

Relax everyone just asking a question
 
A friend of mine who just moved here was interested in selling off some of his uh firearms. Where close by might he do it. I did not ask the question or have anything to do with it so dont hate on me. Bud

village dreamer 10-23-2023 11:40 AM

shooters, or a pawn shop.

Stu from NYC 10-23-2023 11:40 AM

Might ask at shooters world.

ThirdOfFive 10-23-2023 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Arbud (Post 2267627)
A friend of mine who just moved here was interested in selling off some of his uh firearms. Where close by might he do it. I did not ask the question or have anything to do with it so dont hate on me. Bud

Try Ares Training Facility near Leesburg. Outdoor range with lots of patrons who shoot there, Villagers and locals. VERY informal, but they know guns, and your friend might get a better deal there than selling to a retailer who needs to re-sell them for a profit. Worth a call anyway.

(352) 321-8102

Kenswing 10-23-2023 11:53 AM

Most any gun shop will take them on consignment. They can also handle any necessary paperwork.

fishon 10-23-2023 12:10 PM

JB Guns in Sumterville, 12 miles south of Warm Springs Rd on 301, will sell on consignment with a 15% fee. They will take care of everything.

retiredguy123 10-23-2023 12:14 PM

In Florida, the private sale of guns is legal. But, however you sell them, get a bill of sale with the buyer's name and address and the gun's serial number on it.

Taltarzac725 10-23-2023 12:16 PM

Took my guns to a pawn shop in Santa Rosa, CA when we were going to move to Florida in 1996. Or, most of them.

There are various pawn shops around which would work unless you have a collector's item.

Gun Shops

Mission

Classified

Above are some links from a Villages' gun club website. Home

MrFlorida 10-23-2023 12:33 PM

Gun shops, and pawn shops will buy used firearms.

pikeselectric 10-23-2023 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Arbud (Post 2267627)
A friend of mine who just moved here was interested in selling off some of his uh firearms. Where close by might he do it. I did not ask the question or have anything to do with it so dont hate on me. Bud

Shooters World near Brownwood

dewilson58 10-23-2023 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by MrFlorida (Post 2267655)
Gun shops, and pawn shops will buy used firearms.

:bigbow:

asianthree 10-23-2023 03:53 PM

Maybe it’s just us, but will only deal with a reputable gun shop. Pawn shops don’t make me feel comfortable

star20166@yahoo.com 10-24-2023 04:16 AM

Ares. The best suggestion so far.

Blackbird45 10-24-2023 04:17 AM

Call your local police department, I'm sure they've dealt with this before.

Arbud 10-24-2023 04:17 AM

Thank you all

jerseyjoy 10-24-2023 04:39 AM

Pat's Pawn & Gun on 441 in Leesburg.

donfey 10-24-2023 04:49 AM

Join the VSS Club.
 
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Originally Posted by Arbud (Post 2267627)
A friend of mine who just moved here was interested in selling off some of his uh firearms. Where close by might he do it. I did not ask the question or have anything to do with it so dont hate on me. Bud

I would suggest that he join the Villages Straight Shooters Club -
Home - where he can meet like minded fellow Villagers, both men and women. If not buyers, he'll get plenty of information, and "advice."

gbs317 10-24-2023 05:28 AM

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Originally Posted by donfey (Post 2267747)
I would suggest that he join the Villages Straight Shooters Club -
Home - where he can meet like minded fellow Villagers, both men and women. If not buyers, he'll get plenty of information, and "advice."

They also have their own classified section on the VSS website.
Classified

Slainte 10-24-2023 05:32 AM

Try gunbroker online. It’s an auction site with good bids/prices.
(It’s a good place to calculate the probable value)
Let them worry about state & federal restrictions.
As others said, a shooting club or gun range will usually have a classified ad area for members. Do a bill of sale consistent with federal & state law (buyer has no felonies, no drug charges, etc. Run a background check)
Also check for any gun shows & gun stores would probably purchase for resale but at lower price.

banjobob 10-24-2023 05:43 AM

The best advice to the OP on this sight , talk to people who know.!

PhilG 10-24-2023 06:03 AM

Gun shows

augustnotes 10-24-2023 06:31 AM

Marion Market has gun dealers, so I would try there.

NoMo50 10-24-2023 06:39 AM

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Originally Posted by retiredguy123 (Post 2267646)
In Florida, the private sale of guns is legal. But, however you sell them, get a bill of sale with the buyer's name and address and the gun's serial number on it.

This is true, with the following additions:

1. The buyer and seller must both be residents of Florida. Any firearm sale to a non-Florida resident must go through an FFL dealer.

2. For a handgun sale, the buyer must be at least 21 years old. For a long gun, the buyer must be at least 18 years old.

Always keep a copy of the bill of sale, showing complete information on both buyer and seller, including Florida driver's license number; the date of sale; and a description of the firearm, including serial number. The BOS will be your proof of transfer should the firearm ever turn up at a crime scene after you sold it.

LonnyP 10-24-2023 06:41 AM

Would be interested in seeing a list of what he has if he is so inclined. 3196314698

Trynforpar 10-24-2023 06:47 AM

He could join The Villages Straight Shooters for $25 a year. They have a website to sell or purchase firearms and they also have some great club activities.

Wing-nut2 10-24-2023 07:13 AM

Why not try the Villages Straight Shooters Gun club? They have a web page with a classified section. Home

There is a place on the home page to ask questions to the gun gurus. They can help. There is also a Bill of Sale you can down load.

Shooters World, Pawn shops etc will give you 50% or less of the guns value. They're a business and what to make as much as possible off the sales. It's much better to sell them yourself. I recently help a lady sell 15 guns after she lost her husband. Send me a pm if you have question on how to do this.

Tvitaz 10-24-2023 07:16 AM

Gun shop
 
From my sister in Lake City

Saw this on TOTV today.
I can’t respond. Would you or Tom let them know there is a reputable gun shop in Groveland. Matt will help them out. Name of the store is Firebase Tactical 352-429-2423

MrFlorida 10-24-2023 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by asianthrree (Post 2267697)
Maybe it’s just us, but will only deal with a reputable gun shop. Pawn shops don’t make me feel comfortable

Pawn shops are FFL's and are safer than selling to a private party.

MrFlorida 10-24-2023 07:33 AM

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Originally Posted by NoMo50 (Post 2267782)
This is true, with the following additions:

1. The buyer and seller must both be residents of Florida. Any firearm sale to a non-Florida resident must go through an FFL dealer.

2. For a handgun sale, the buyer must be at least 21 years old. For a long gun, the buyer must be at least 18 years old.

Always keep a copy of the bill of sale, showing complete information on both buyer and seller, including Florida driver's license number; the date of sale; and a description of the firearm, including serial number. The BOS will be your proof of transfer should the firearm ever turn up at a crime scene after you sold it.

Florida Statute §790.065 - You must be 21 to purchase ANY firearm in Florida. You are partly correct.

JRcorvette 10-24-2023 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Arbud (Post 2267627)
A friend of mine who just moved here was interested in selling off some of his uh firearms. Where close by might he do it. I did not ask the question or have anything to do with it so dont hate on me. Bud

Have them contact the Villages Straight Shooters club and they might be able to help. The can also go to Shooter’s World or any area Pawn Shop. Be sure they get a receipt and ID if they sell privately.

sloanst 10-24-2023 08:27 AM

It will take a little work but you will get a better dollar for the firearms by selling them on gunbroker.com Several pictures from different angle will be necessary.

vintageogauge 10-24-2023 08:53 AM

When I moved down here I sold most of my guns to Nordic Gun and Pawn in front of the Wildwood Plaza on 301. He was, I thought, more than fair and actually gave me more than I expected on 2 of them. Keep in mind that unless you sell to someone that really wants the guns for him or herself that the others will all be re-sellers and will be offering a wholesale price. I still have no regrets selling mine to Nordic. I also so a bunch of gold and silver to his mother that was working the jewelry counter at the time.

ChilePepper 10-24-2023 08:59 AM

Depending on the type of firearms they are, I might be interested.

OhioBuckeye 10-24-2023 09:13 AM

Depends on the firearms they have. To go to a dealer they’ll give him a fraction what they’re worth. Where to sell them, whatever they think they’re worth. I have guns too but I tell some of my friends that I have so many guns that I painted on my roof of my house, “No Fly Zone”. I’ll keep my guns for other reasons!

stevesliders 10-24-2023 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Arbud (Post 2267627)
A friend of mine who just moved here was interested in selling off some of his uh firearms. Where close by might he do it. I did not ask the question or have anything to do with it so dont hate on me. Bud

Pawn shop will rob you they will pay you nowhere what they are worth. Private sales only to valid concealed permit holders

craiglittler 10-24-2023 10:17 AM

guns
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Arbud (Post 2267627)
A friend of mine who just moved here was interested in selling off some of his uh firearms. Where close by might he do it. I did not ask the question or have anything to do with it so dont hate on me. Bud

What kind of guns is he selling? Any AR15's or Over Under Shoot guns? I'd be interested

Craig (310) 701-9959

stevesliders 10-24-2023 10:18 AM

guns for sale
 
Pawn shops will rob you will not pay nowhere what their worth. Private sales to valid concealed permit holders with a bill of sale.

ThirdOfFive 10-24-2023 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by stevesliders (Post 2267877)
Pawn shops will rob you will not pay nowhere what their worth. Private sales to valid concealed permit holders with a bill of sale.

Well, "rob" is a stretch. Pawn shops are in business to make money so of course they won't pay what the gun is worth, but you can expect to get 75% to 85% of what the gun is worth at retail if you sell to a pawn shop. ("Pawnshops typically aim to generate overall net profit margins of at least 15% to 25%", Investopedia).

It helps to know what the gun is worth before bargaining with a pawn shop that would be interested in buying it because guns vary so much on make, model, condition, etc. A person would be foolish to NOT have that knowledge when selling a gun, be it to a pawn shop, gun dealer or private party.

NoMoSno 10-24-2023 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by ThirdOfFive (Post 2267884)
Well, "rob" is a stretch. Pawn shops are in business to make money so of course they won't pay what the gun is worth, but you can expect to get 75% to 85% of what the gun is worth at retail if you sell to a pawn shop. ("Pawnshops typically aim to generate overall net profit margins of at least 15% to 25%", Investopedia).

It helps to know what the gun is worth before bargaining with a pawn shop that would be interested in buying it because guns vary so much on make, model, condition, etc. A person would be foolish to NOT have that knowledge when selling a gun, be it to a pawn shop, gun dealer or private party.

Pawn shops around here offer 50% of true value.
I know firsthand.

nancyre 10-24-2023 02:35 PM

You said some - not all - suggestion join the straight shooters club and they can give good advice about it


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