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colbad · February 10, 2013, 08:08 PM

There is some truth to your buddies observations. However, what constitutes dealing without a license takes into account many factors. One of the easiest ways to tell if someone is "dealing" or just selling off his collection is to ask him to get you something that is not on the table or multiple copies of a particular type. If he can get you guns not on his table it is a good sign that he is illegally selling more than just his collection and should be reported. Also, once an investigation is open a review of his income source will also come into play. Licensed dealers have a vested interested in reporting these guys. Often a sign saying Private Sale No Paperwork means "I sell to criminals at this table". I do not see these guys very often anymore in the SW.

February 10, 2013, 08:08 PM	#8
colbad Senior Member Join Date: December 3, 2012 Posts: 506	There is some truth to your buddies observations. However, what constitutes dealing without a license takes into account many factors. One of the easiest ways to tell if someone is "dealing" or just selling off his collection is to ask him to get you something that is not on the table or multiple copies of a particular type. If he can get you guns not on his table it is a good sign that he is illegally selling more than just his collection and should be reported. Also, once an investigation is open a review of his income source will also come into play. Licensed dealers have a vested interested in reporting these guys. Often a sign saying Private Sale No Paperwork means "I sell to criminals at this table". I do not see these guys very often anymore in the SW.