Purchasing A Used Handgun? 4 Tips That Will Help You Prepare For The Process


If you're in the market for a handgun, and you've decided to shop used instead of new, make sure you're prepared for the process. Buying a used handgun is a great way to save money on the purchase, but it does require you to do a bit more homework. Here are four steps you need to take when purchasing a used handgun. 

Know the History

If you're going to purchase a used handgun, make sure you know the history before you hand over the cash. If you don't know the person who's selling the gun, do your homework. If you're purchasing from a private party, make sure they have a clear line of ownership documents to show you. This documentation should include who they purchased the handgun from, when they purchased it and where the purchase took place. If the seller can't provide you with that documentation, it's best to look elsewhere for your handgun. 

Get a Clear Picture

If you're going to purchase a used handgun, get a clear picture of what you're purchasing. It's not enough to simply hold the weapon and get a visual of the exterior. In fact, it's not enough to pull the slide back a few times to check the chamber action. To get a truly clear picture of the used handgun you want to purchase, you need to observe a field strip. Ask the seller to field strip the handgun, or better yet, ask if you can do the field strip. That way, you get a clear picture of all the components of the handgun. 

Know the Market Value

If you plan to purchase a used handgun, know the market value before you begin negotiations. Taking the time to do some market research before you shop will help you know the actual value of the handgun you're attempting to purchase. For instance, if you're trying to buy a handgun that's several years old and the seller has set the price for a new model, you'll know that you have some room to negotiate a better deal. 

Prepare for the Background

If you plan to purchase a used handgun in an effort to avoid the lengthy background process, you may be disappointed. Most states now require a background investigation for the purchase of new and used handguns. In most cases, your handgun will be held by a licensed gun dealer until your background check can be performed. Once you've been cleared, you'll be able to pick up your gun. 

Contact a supplier like Whittier Loan & Jewelry to learn more today.

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In a few, short weeks, my mom will celebrate her sixtieth birthday. Sadly, my mom’s health hasn’t been the best lately. In fact, she is currently recovering from a recent surgery. To show her how much I care about her, I want to buy my mom something special for her birthday this year. I’m shopping for a beautiful, emerald pendant. I want to buy a pendant to match the ring my dad bought my mom a few years ago. Because the princess cut stone in the ring is set in white gold, I would also like to find a pendant set in white gold. On this blog, I hope you will discover the most popular cuts of emerald jewelry. Enjoy!