California & Ruger Security Six .357 or .38

[Badger71]

Hello everyone,

This forum and the shotgun forum have been a great sources of info for me and my home defense needs. I kind of have to remove myself from my former military and single way of thinking to a more family and home method of thought. Anyway, thanks for the great advice!

I do have a question though. I can't find the Ruger Security Six on the CA list of "acceptably" sellable revolvers. Yet, a local gunshop is selling one....not in the best condition. I've also seen one recently on auctionarms that looks promising for the wife. Is this FA able to be sold to a Californian or do I just need to look for a GP100? The wife likes the feel of both in her hand so that's not an issue. She doesn't like the SP101. But a new/used GP100 sits between 375-500 bills and I've seen Security Six's between 225-275 in great condition. Thanks in advance for any responses.

 

[Majic]

The Security Six hasn't been made in quite a few years (1985) so it won't be on the approval list. The GP-100 is what followed it in the Ruger lineup when it was discontinued. To buy a Security Six in Kali you would have to find one already in-state for sale. They were quite popular so it should not be hard to find one there.

 

[BillCA]

Badger71,

Most likely the Security Six is on consignment to the shop. This means the shop acts as a "broker" for the sale, taking a percentage or fee from the seller to do the showcasing and the FFL transaction. Some dealers are allowed to purchase older guns from estates or collections at auction that are out of state and resell them in CA, so far as I know.

I believe that the shop can purchase used guns from individuals in CA and resell them, even though they are not on the list.

California has a "one-gun-a-month" law, however the purchase of a consignment gun doesn't count against the the limit. You can buy 2 or more guns within a month as long as they are consignment guns.

California also requires you to take a small quiz on gun safety to receive a handgun card which is required before purchase. Normally you can take the test when you purchase the firearm - just add another $25 or so to the price.