i'm at school in california and purchased my handgun here, and would like to bring it back home to texas and shoot with some friends while i'm there for a couple weeks. can i mail it to my address in texas? is it legal to do that? what steps do i need to take to bring my gun home? (i'm flying back so obviously i can't bring it on the plane)
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how do i transport my gun?
- Thread starter scyman
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riddleofsteel
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you can NOT leagally mail the weapon via US mail unless it is from FFL holder to FFL holder. UPS will carry it but only via UPS red or better known as next day air. Be sure and insure it for plenty as we know them as the united pilfers service.
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Democracy is two wolves and a lamb voting on what is for lunch.
Liberty is a well armed lamb contesting the outcome of the vote.
Let he that hath no sword sell his garment and buy one.--And they said. Lord here are two swords. And he said unto them. That is not enough. Luke 22-36,38
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Democracy is two wolves and a lamb voting on what is for lunch.
Liberty is a well armed lamb contesting the outcome of the vote.
Let he that hath no sword sell his garment and buy one.--And they said. Lord here are two swords. And he said unto them. That is not enough. Luke 22-36,38
They all hold swords, being expert in war: every man hath his sword upon his thigh because of fear in the night. Song of Solomon 3-8
riddleofsteel
New member
oh i forgot, you can carry your weapon by airline. check with the carrier for specifics but it will involve putting the gun in a gun case inside a hard suitcase. be sure to arrive in plenty of time before the flight so you can declare the weapon, allow them to inspect it to see if it is unloaded, and seal your suitcase. when you arrive at the airport go directly to the baggage check in, do not attempt to enter the gate areas with your weapon or carry it with your onboard luggage. also ammo can not be carried with the firearm, even in seperate compartments. good luck
It usually isn't a big deal to fly with a pistol. Just remember don't try to carry it on the plane. When you check it be sure to have a case that locks. You will usually be required to sign a statement that you are the only person with the key(combination) to the locking case.
Having a non-gun person try to check that your pistol is indeed unloaded is sometime humorous but be helpful, you'll find most are usually fairly professional about it. Often they'll keep the gun behind the counter as to not spook the sheeple. If the gun is taken down be sure to show them where the chamber is.
Having a non-gun person try to check that your pistol is indeed unloaded is sometime humorous but be helpful, you'll find most are usually fairly professional about it. Often they'll keep the gun behind the counter as to not spook the sheeple. If the gun is taken down be sure to show them where the chamber is.
Bullwinkle
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I purchased a package of hot pick zip ties. Before I even leave for the airport I clear the weapon, lock the action open and insert the tie through the barrel and around the slide. This allows the ticket clerk to inspect without touching.
cruiserman
New member
ROS, I inquired about bringing a firearm along with me on my flight last week to PA, and the TWA person read up on the regulations while I waited. Firearm must be in a hard case, which can be a regular piece of luggage, and the ammunition can go with it as long as it's in original box. Ammo must be less than a particular weight (I want to write 11lbs, but that could be wrong). Firearm must be unloaded. Of course, don't take my word for it.
Here it is, straight off the FAA website:
<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>Firearms and Ammunition may not be carried by a passenger on an aircraft. However, unloaded firearms may be transported in checked baggage if declared to the agent at check in and packed in a suitable container. Handguns must be in a locked container. Boxed small arms ammunition for personal use may be transported in checked luggage. Amounts may vary depending on the airline. [/quote]
<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>Firearms and Ammunition may not be carried by a passenger on an aircraft. However, unloaded firearms may be transported in checked baggage if declared to the agent at check in and packed in a suitable container. Handguns must be in a locked container. Boxed small arms ammunition for personal use may be transported in checked luggage. Amounts may vary depending on the airline. [/quote]