Relocating to a new primary residence with guns

[bigwheelzip]

Ended up talking to my mover, and they agreed to move the guns. Guns stayed in the safes, were stored in their warehouse office for a couple months, and delivered to my new house when it was ready. Real easy, and the cost was just the usual weight/distance charges. Smooth process. Might be something to consider/ask about.

We have a winner!!!!
Two problematic birds with one stone, safes and guns.
While interstate movers can legally transport guns, some choose not to. You asked, they agreed. Plus the safes provided the mandated security. Plus, insurance!

Edit: Movers can't take your ammo, so your still on the hook for that stash.

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[dmar]

We have a winner!!!!
Two problematic birds with one stone, safes and guns.
While interstate movers can legally transport guns, some choose not to. You asked, they agreed. Plus the safes provided the mandated security. Plus, insurance!

Edit: Movers can't take your ammo, so your still on the hook for that stash.

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All true. I used a well regarded, large, local moving company, not a large National chain mover. It was a bit of a leap of faith with them having possession of my guns, but I talked to the owner of the company and he was a like-minded, solid guy.

And I did move the ammo on my own. Kept it in a storage unit until ready to move into my house. It was then that I realized that I am, indeed, an ammo hoarder…

 

[chief38]

There's not an alternative. Like several others have posted, you gotta be aware of the possibilities and potentials, and just do it. The alternative is not moving. Which I'm not suggesting . . .

There is always an alternative. Most times it's inconvenient, expensive and a hassle. If the OP was moving 1 or 2 guns, then fine a chance might be worth taking. Moving an entire lifetime collection is another thing - well worth alternative measures IMO.

For me it added 130 miles, 2 1/2 hours travel time and extra tolls to stay out of the Nazi State. The return for me was I had no worries! A trip through NJ would have been hours of stress - simply not worth it to me - even though I would have been well within my legal rights to do so. Just simply not worth the risk!

 

[Old_Cop]

Plenty of good advice on your route. When we moved to PA the reduction in taxes was like a $5,000 raise in retirement. First thing that I bought firearms wise was a can for my MAC10. People just don't believe that property taxes are assessed on vehicles on a yearly basis in RI.

A friend and former coworker lives in Ellijay and likes GA very much. Good luck on your relocation.

 

[Puller]

After reading through all these posts you wouldn't know we live in a free country with constitutional rights that specifically mention firearms.

 

[Narragansett]

There's not an alternative. Like several others have posted, you gotta be aware of the possibilities and potentials, and just do it. The alternative is not moving. Which I'm not suggesting . . .

Plenty of good advice on your route. When we moved to PA the reduction in taxes was like a $5,000 raise in retirement. First thing that I bought firearms wise was a can for my MAC10. People just don't believe that property taxes are assessed on vehicles on a yearly basis in RI.

A friend and former coworker lives in Ellijay and likes GA very much. Good luck on your relocation.

Some towns do not tax any more if you own property. If you rent, you are taxed. Some towns have tax at DOUBLE the house rate, and use retail value, not wholesale. So, if you bought a new 40K truck, and lived in say Burrillville, RI, they would want 1600/year in taxes on that. Any car ten years or older, tax free

 

[Golddollar]

I made sure to get this house set up as my forever home. The only way I am moving is if they carry me out.

 

[ColbyBruce]

Where in Georgia are you headed to?

 

[Narragansett]

Where in Georgia are you headed to?

If I go, it will be about 15 miles below Savannah. Skidway Island

 

[jughed440]

Good luck in your move. Drive safe!
I moved from ILL-annoy to Missouri and hauled everything firearm related in an enclosed trailer. The good stuff was buried behind furniture and beneath boxes of other stuff. My brother followed just in case...you never know. I death gripped the steering wheel the entire trip (3 hrs). Lucky for you that you don't have to worry about Il. state troopers

 

[Czechvar]

I did this last year, guns and ammunition from the Midwest. Pain in the neck, but no problems. Made two stops at more expensive Hotels in gun friendly states, only had to pass through Illinois as far as unfriendly states.

My car was in excellent shape and did all the major Services before leaving. Stuck to the traffic laws and speed limits, and nothing on my cars indicate gun ownership.

If you REALLY want to play it safe, find a Biden-Harris Campaign Sticker and put it on your car til you get out of danger. Use a magnetic sheet so you don't mess up your paint.

 

[jeffrefrig]

This is why I plan on staying in PA as long as I live, if possible. I'm planning on a trip to South Carolina, John's Island near Charleston, to visit my sister & BIL. For one week I'll take my chances & leave my CCW at home.
I'll be heading to my other sister's in Texas, San Antonio area, but the states I'm traveling through are friendly. She has a couple of my dad's rifles I want to get. She doesn't want them so I'm gonna take the road trip to pick them up. Darned shame. I can drive a 3000+ pound vehicle capable of going over 100 MPH in any state and 2 border countries, but, blah blah blah, etc.!!
Be careful on the highway when you take that trip to GA.

 

[bigwheelzip]

If I go, it will be about 15 miles below Savannah. Skidway Island

Beautiful area, with the option of bringing your guns down by boat!

 

[yaktamer]

Don't speed, don't tailgate, turn on your lights at night and wipers if it rains and you'll be just fine.

Don't drive too fast, don't drive too slow, don't look nervous, don't look calm, don't make eye contact with the trooper on the side of the road, don't avoid eye contact with the trooper on the side of the road, don't let trash accumulate in the passenger compartment, don't overly clean the passenger compartment .....

All things that have been used to try to establish "reasonable suspicion" or "probable cause." Good luck.