Firearm sales question

[spoton]

I am helping an elderly friend who is no longer able to drive get out of his home and into more suitable living arrangements. He is a bit of a hoarder, and over the years has collected over 50 firearms of various vintages, mostly long guns, revolvers and other pistols. I don't know much about guns, and am looking for any suggestions about how to legally sell these and realize a reasonable value for them. They have been inventoried.

He also has 13 BMW and Moto Guzzi cycles of various year models that have not been started in years and are sitting in a barn. The owner of a BMW cycle shop from Atlanta is coming to town in a week or so to look at these and we may have that covered, but are looking for suggestions on this as well in case that does not pan out.

[bman]

Are you in Florida or Georgia?
In Florida you can sell it to another individual as long as they are over 18 and can legally posses a fire arm.
Get a bill of sale.
More here:
http://www.nraila.org/gun-laws/state-laws/florida.aspx

I don't know about Georgia. Selling across state lines legally requires using a FFL/gun dealer.


To really cover yourself and him you cold take them to a gun shop and sell them on consignment.

And of course we would like a first look at the list

[lonesouth]

Pistols can only be sold to in-state buyers without having to go through an FFL, doesn't matter what state you or the buyer are in. Long guns can be sold to out-of-state buyers without issue. For value, you can check gun broker completed sales(not as good of a site as ebay, but better than nothing) to see what they are selling for. ALWAYS USE A BILL OF SALE!

If it were me, I'd call around to the local gun shops and see if they would take them on consignment. Work out the best deal, lowest consignment fee. They will be able to price them for the market and get your buddy a good return without the risk of multiple gun sales with unknown parties. He will not get the most money, but he will get more than selling the lot to a single buyer, though it will also take longer.

[SHOWBOAT]

use the internet, Kevin's or masters of rod and gun to help determine values. Call the northern district ATF office in Tampa for guidance on transfers.

[Steve Stinson]

PM sent to you.

I would contact William R. Alexander here in Tally. My past several years of dealing with him indicates to me that he would give you an honest assessment and perhaps help in selling the firearms.

[RedMann]

I really hate to say this but .... it would be best for you if you document your dealings with your friend and, ideally, have a "neutral" witness involved. Despite your good intentions, when dealing with elderly individuals and money, there's a very good chance that someone could raise an issue, especially a family member of the elderly friend. Unfortunately, that just seems to be the way of things these days. Again, absolutely no reflection on you as I'm sure you're just trying to help your friend which is a very good and honorable thing.

[Blue spinner]

I really hate to say this but .... it would be best for you if you document your dealings with your friend and, ideally, have a "neutral" witness involved. Despite your good intentions, when dealing with elderly individuals and money, there's a very good chance that someone could raise an issue, especially a family member of the elderly friend. Unfortunately, that just seems to be the way of things these days. Again, absolutely no reflection on you as I'm sure you're just trying to help your friend which is a very good and honorable thing.

what Redmann said is so true on all parts, my wife and I help a lot of senior adults and it is sad that it's that way , it's not the elderly

[spoton]

Thanks to all for the suggestions, and we will take what RedMann and Blue Spinner said as a good reminder of what can happen in these situations.