Best way to ship a handgun to a gunsmith?

[hassiman]

Hi,

I need to get my Smith to a Smith and was just wondering the best way to do it and how often weapons get stolen when shipped?

Thanks,

 

[steelslaver]

I think the best way ios to find a cooperative FFL holder. They can ship though the USPS, while commoners can not. I have heard that the other carriers require over nite shipping, which is spendy.

 

[hassiman]

I think I might have to overnight FEDEX.

 

[ken158]

They do 2nd day service for me and sometimes if they know they cant meet that schedule, it goes regular. Their policy and not a law.

 

[ben_g1]

Find a LGS, some are reasonable some are not, check around. Usually they ship USPS Priority Mail insured with signature required.

My guy charges $10. plus postage. Usually comes out to about $40 for a $1000. gun

 

[Muss Muggins]

Maybe call the gunsmith . . . ?

 

[AlHunt]

Maybe the gunsmith in question can have it picked up on their account.

 

[Gutshot1]

Ship it UPS or FedEx over insure it. USPS is probably the best way to get it stolen.

 

[Waveski]

I simply ship with FedEx. No FFL required. Get enough insurance. No need to be forthcoming about the nature of the item. Last time I shipped I went with "antique metal artwork". There is no obligation to identify contents , unless classified as hazardous - like ammo.

It is not an explosive ; it is inert.

You can ship through a licensed dealer if paying them to be responsible for the item makes you more comfortable. I prefer to ship myself .