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September 18, 2018, 07:04 PM | #1 |
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How to verify C&R is real?
I am looking at a firearm on Gun Broker. The seller listing shows he has FFL. He said he does not have any way to verify my C&R is real. Seller also mentions he has access to an ATF EZ check system to verify regular dealer FFLs. And, that online system does not verify C&Rs.
So, how is a seller like this expected to be sure my C&R is real and not just a phony piece of paper? And, should I be concerned as a buyer that the FFL copy, which I expect with the gun in the box is real? Does Gun Broker run a check on sellers where the FFL symbol is shown next to the listing. |
September 18, 2018, 08:21 PM | #2 | |
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I just found that Gun Broker does verify the FFL of sellers who get that ikon posted.
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I found this on another forum with a google search. The BATF automated FFL EZ-Check designed to check 01 FFLs will not work for C&Rs, however, there is a BATF telephone number you can call and verify the license verbally. The number is 877-560-2435. |
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September 18, 2018, 08:38 PM | #3 |
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I also have that number (877-560-2435) in my phone, listed as C&R Verification. I haven't had an occassion to use it yet, but there you are.
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September 18, 2018, 09:21 PM | #4 |
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Some dealers just refuse to accept a C&R, not much you can do about it. They are under no obligation to do so. It’s their choice. My choice is to refuse to deal with them.
I wish GB had a box that dealers have to check when they post. Most dealers do tell you but you have dig it out. |
September 19, 2018, 08:58 PM | #5 |
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Yea, I told the seller about the phone number. His reply was he knew about that. And that he wanted a paper record which he gets from the ez verify. Bottom line, my max bid, if and when there is a bid, will be $25 less.
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