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How selling to a licensed buyer works

A simple, documented process from submission to payment. No private meetups. No classified listings. No transfer uncertainty.

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Why choose We Buy Guns?

Trusted by thousands of sellers nationwide

We are the highest rated national gun buyer. We Buy Guns has purchased over 9,600 firearms from users in all 50 states, paying out over $4.5 million to sellers on our platform.

All transactions are handled by firearms professionals to ensure legal compliance.
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No haggling, no hidden fees, fair market value.
Transparent Process
We purchase firearms and ensure compliance in every state.
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We provide prepaid labels to facilitate shipment.
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Most sellers are paid within 24 hours after inspection.
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How our process works

How our process works

Getting started is simple. Verify your email address, then complete a short form and upload a few pictures of your firearm to recieve an offer.

Steps
16 cloud upload Submit firearm details
Tell us what you’re selling so our team can evaluate it for market demand and compliance.
16 currency dollar Receive a formal offer
We review your submission and issue a documented purchase offer.
16 comments Ship using our insured label
We provide compliant shipping instructions and a prepaid shipping label. Once received and verified, payment is issued securely.
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Item Submitted
Colt Python: Minor scratches with approximately 200 rounds through it.
357 Mag Very Good
Offer Made
Ref # 0973457 .357 magnum Colt Python in very good condition.
$1,300
Offer Approved
Ref # 0973457 Colt Python
Item Shipped
Ref # 0973457 Colt Python
Tracking # 9610 1385 1287 3021
Item Received
Ref # 0973457 Colt Python
Customer Paid
ACH for $1,300 issued to customer account.
Chris Wing - Owner We Buy Guns

We know the process can feel overwhelming, which is why we handle the compliance, paperwork and shipping details on your behalf, with no hidden fees or extra cost. Your only job is to tell us what you have. Our team manages the rest with full transparency, so you always know exactly what’s happening and why.

Chris Wing
Owner, We Buy Guns
What we expect & what you can expect

Condition & inspection

o-check Condition:
When you submit your firearm, be accurate and include accessories (magazines, case, original packaging).
o-check Upon receipt:
Our experts will inspect your firearm including serial number integrity, accessories, condition, magazines, and case.
o-check Payment:
If everything matches your description, payment is processed immediately — you can choose how you want to be paid (ACH or check). In extremely rare cases where condition is worse than portrayed, we’ll contact you to adjust the offer. If you decline the revised offer, we return your firearm.
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Firearm Inspection

Licensed nationwide. Compliant in all 50 states.

We operate as a federally licensed firearms dealer and structure every transaction to comply with federal and applicable state laws.

When using our service, we handle all aspects of legal compliance on your behalf with no hidden fees or extra cost.

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Frequently asked questions

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Is this legal in my state?
Yes. We are a federally licensed dealer. When using our service, we will handle all legal compliance on your behalf with no additonal or hidden fees. If there are state-specific rules you must follow, they’re outlined in - Firearm Laws & Legal Selling Guides by State.
Is this service free?
Yes. We will review your firearm and provide an offer for free. If you choose to sell your firearm to us we will guide you through the entire process, handle all the paperwork for you and pay for shipping labels.
How do you determine value?
We base offers on market demand, condition, brand/model and recent comparable sales.
Who pays shipping?
We cover the prepaid shipping label — you just drop off the packaged firearm.
How long until I get paid?
Once the firearm arrives and the inspection is complete, most payments are issued within 1 business day. The entire process takes roughly 5-7 days from initial form submission to issuing payment to the customer. This timing assumes no major delays in accepting the offer or packing and shipping your firearm to us.
How long are offers good for?
Offers are valid for 14 days.
Can I sell multiple firearms or a collection?
Absolutely! Once firearm information has been submitted, you will have the ability to submit additional firearms for review and offers. These firearms will be viewable from your user panel, which you access from your initial offer email. If you have a large number of firearms or an estate, it's best to contact us directly (just to save you a lot of time).
How do I get paid?
We will either send you a check, or we will issue the funds via a secure ACH direct deposit. During the offer approval process, you will tell us which method of payment you prefer.
Are there any types of firearms you do not make offers on?
Yes. We do not purchase muzzle loaders/black powder firearms or firearms needing parts or extensive repair. We do not purchase firearms with obliterated or illegible serial numbers. We do not purchase firearms with ban-compliant modifications. We do not purchase home-built firearms other than AR15s.
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