The wait begins-Colorado

[TeamPB]

About 50 years ago

My family had two Colt SP1 variants in the late 70s through the 90's, Pop sold them to friend's of his at the height of the ban, I was at the height of my non shooting wilderness phase, so I don't blame him. It feels good to have a clone of a now classic, but the proof will be in the pudding of its future range performance. 72 hours sucks, but it is not the end.

 

[TeamPB]

The smell is getting stronger

I have made two purchases since the waiting period went into effect. It wasn't bad (not my first firearm), but our state's reputation continues to decline in the 2A community, even when we try to be legal. I love and do not blame Wyoming at all.
Wyomingites Should Think Twice Before Selling Guns To People In Colorado | Your Wyoming News Source

 

[BE Mike]

Nobody who is not a member of their state assn. and a variety of pro-gun associations has room to complain. We are stronger together.

 

[glenwolde]

I had to deal with a waiting period during my three year tenancy in Illinois. At least if you ordered something most FFL's would begin the process on the day you paid for it so by the time it got there you were good to go.

On top of that they have the FOID card. None of which does any good whatsoever.

 

[ussmanlovede36]

And here I thought this thread was going to be about CSC and the ruling on President Trump. Colorado has gone full liberal-progressive. Bad for the state and bad for the Country.

 

[.455_Hunter]

I have made two purchases since the waiting period went into effect. It wasn't bad (not my first firearm), but our state's reputation continues to decline in the 2A community, even when we try to be legal. I love and do not blame Wyoming at all.
Wyomingites Should Think Twice Before Selling Guns To People In Colorado | Your Wyoming News Source

The problem with that Dec 2023 article is that the "new" assault weapon and mag restrictions in the city or Boulder, plus the likes of Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, have all been suspended pending legal ruling based on the recent SCOTUS guidance. The quoted source seems to know a lot about some aspects of the topic, but is highly ignorant of other aspects. He is real talented in making fun of Boulder, however.

 

[TeamPB]

The problem with that Dec 2023 article is that the "new" assault weapon and mag restrictions in the city or Boulder, plus the likes of Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, have all been suspended pending legal ruling based on the recent SCOTUS guidance. The quoted source seems to know a lot about some aspects of the topic, but is highly ignorant of other aspects. He is real talented in making fun of Boulder, however.

I know. I thought I had missed something more recent regarding Boulder. In the last two years I have made two purchases in Arizona, both 4473 legal, both sellers had issues with my Colorado residency. They were both trying to protect themselves, not make things hard for me, so I understood their position. It was my first encounter with the aroma of Colorado following me around.

Special shout out to Illinois semi-automatic firearms owners and their current level of compliance with the new registration requirements which go into effect in less than 48 hours. Well done everyone. (Four plus years ago Boulder enacted an AR registration ordinance, since withdrawn. They never gave an accurate number of how many Boulder residents complied/non-complied. Same result as Illinois I think)

 

[.455_Hunter]

I know. I thought I had missed something more recent regarding Boulder. In the last two years I have made two purchases in Arizona, both 4473 legal, both sellers had issues with my Colorado residency. They were both trying to protect themselves, not make things hard for me, so I understood their position. It was my first encounter with the aroma of Colorado following me around.

Special shout out to Illinois semi-automatic firearms owners and their current level of compliance with the new registration requirements which go into effect in less than 48 hours. Well done everyone. (Four plus years ago Boulder enacted an AR registration ordinance, since withdrawn. They never gave an accurate number of how many Boulder residents complied/non-complied. Same result as Illinois I think)

At the time, believe the number of compliance registrations was XX out of probably XXXX platforms in the city.

I was shopping in a Sioux Falls SD gun shop over Christmas. I probably set myself up by wearing my Broncos hat, but the clerk asked for ID and had to check his sheet that he was even allowed to sell me pistol ammo. I have made many non-firearm purchases there before over the years, and in the future, I will make sure to wear local clothing (like a SDSU Jacks hat) and pay with cash. Nobody else was getting carded for ammo or mags.

 

[abigails&w]

The state police are now doing the BGC.
Got the OK on my last revolver, in two hours.
That, is some progress.

Glad you got a fast response. There is plenty at the other extreme with people waiting 6 or 7 business days or more. Starting January 1st, minimum 10 days waits and no more release after 10 days if no response. And speaking of progress, for 2024 there are expected new laws adding training requirement with live fire, permits to purchase and only one gun purchase per each 30 days. Progress overall is only for the communists in charge and the people who vote for them. For the rest, don't be fooled by that one fast check, not going to happen again.

 

[AJ]

Glad you got a fast response. There is plenty at the other extreme with people waiting 6 or 7 business days or more. Starting January 1st, minimum 10 days waits and no more release after 10 days if no response. And speaking of progress, for 2024 there are expected new laws adding training requirement with live fire, permits to purchase and only one gun purchase per each 30 days. Progress overall is only for the communists in charge and the people who vote for them. For the rest, don't be fooled by that one fast check, not going to happen again.

Here if called in and no problem it is granted during that conversation. If computer generated then it takes 5-10 minutes.

If you are a CCW holder in the state of Florida, a handgun goes home with you that day. If not there is a three working day wait.

 

[delcrossv]

Special shout out to Illinois semi-automatic firearms owners and their current level of compliance with the new registration requirements which go into effect in less than 48 hours. Well done everyone. (Four plus years ago Boulder enacted an AR registration ordinance, since withdrawn. They never gave an accurate number of how many Boulder residents complied/non-complied. Same result as Illinois I think)

As of last week:

FOID holders: 2,415,481


Protect Illinois Communities Act Statistics

Number of Individuals Completing a Disclosure: 15,164
Total Disclosures: 51,978
Firearms Disclosures: 33,065
Accessory Disclosures: 18,632
Ammunition Disclosures: 281

So still 99.4% noncompliance.

 

[A10]

We used to say elections have consequences. That was until Washington state taught the rest of the nation how to cheat (Rossi v. Gregoire). No Republican, let alone Conservative, has won a statewide office since.

 

[kmk008]

Just thought I’d chime in with a really quick rant. I live in Colorado and love it. Prior to CO I lived in WV, OH, TX, OK, & ND. While I loved parts of all those other states, my quality of life has been better in CO than anywhere else I’ve lived.

There are absolutely things I’d like to see different in CO, but one thing I’ve noticed is that many who are conservative just choose to flee - it’s no wonder the West coast ideals take over when everyone on right would rather just leave than put up a fight (in general).

Maybe that’s just within my family/friend group, but it’s made for an interesting conversation.

 

[Capt. F.]

I have a home in Colorado and a home in Arizona. My legal residence is Arizona. I’m 72 and hoping the state doesn’t turn blue before I turn blue and stiff.

Ever think of doing stand up comedy?
You sir, are a hoot!

 

[smoothshooter]

What happened to the downtown?

Why is downtown gone?

 

[smoothshooter]

What happened to the downtown?

Why is downtown gone?

 

[max503]

The 3 day wait law is an inconvenience. The new law making it easier to sue dealer/ manufacture of a firearm is effectively causing smaller dealers and ffl holders to not do business in CO.. This overrides federal law and hopefully will not stand.

Red tape forced the smaller dealers out of business here in Illinois.
The result is less competition, higher prices, harder for poor people, and everyone for that matter, to get a gun. That's what the 3 day wait is all about too. It is just more red tape for legitimate gun owners.

You guys in "free" states get deals we can only dream about.

 

[wcat94]

Just thought I’d chime in with a really quick rant. I live in Colorado and love it. Prior to CO I lived in WV, OH, TX, OK, & ND. While I loved parts of all those other states, my quality of life has been better in CO than anywhere else I’ve lived.

There are absolutely things I’d like to see different in CO, but one thing I’ve noticed is that many who are conservative just choose to flee - it’s no wonder the West coast ideals take over when everyone on right would rather just leave than put up a fight (in general).

Maybe that’s just within my family/friend group, but it’s made for an interesting conversation.

I am not leaving my home state. We need to invite more like minded people to join us here. It was/is a wonderful place to call home.

 

[SmithNut]

We used to say elections have consequences. That was until Washington state taught the rest of the nation how to cheat (Rossi v. Gregoire). No Republican, let alone Conservative, has won a statewide office since.

Bingo.......

Was a great place when we moved here in the late 80's.......

 

[LostintheOzone]

Was at LGS this morning for a gb sale. The nics computer system hasn't been updated to the three day rule. Owner is keeping a record of date and time check was made on paper, to avoid liability.

I have a feeling that it won't be either. NICS is a federal system, subject to federal law, not state laws. Every state is different and every FFL is going to have to comply to state law or lose their license.

If a proceed comes back from NICS in 20 minutes doesn't mean a darned thing as far as state law and waiting periods. I know, we've had a 10 day wait here for handguns for awhile. Now it's all firearms after the 1st of Jan.

My last dealing with Cabela's was they don't even check the application for 10 days. I finally had to go in and ask them to check mine after 10 days. They never called me and probably wouldn't have. Cleared after 5 days which is normal.

These laws drive many FFL's out of business. It will in your state also.