FFL Transfers in Sanborn, NY
Sanborn Gun Shop is a licensed FFL dealer in Sanborn, NY, handling firearm transfers for customers across Niagara County, including Lockport, North Tonawanda, Niagara Falls and Wheatfield. Bought a firearm online or from another dealer? Have it shipped to us and we'll take care of the paperwork and background check.
Schedule an Appointment Call (716) 525-3674
How it works
- Call us first at (716) 525-3674 to confirm we'll accept your firearm.
- Give the seller the details they need. The shipper must include your name, phone number and email address, plus the make, model and serial number of the firearm. We'll tell you what else the seller needs from us when you call.
- We'll contact you when your firearm arrives.
- Book your pickup using the Schedule an Appointment button above. Bring valid ID and any required permits.
- Complete the paperwork and background check, then take your firearm home.
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Buy directly from Sanborn Gun Shop and pay no transfer fees.
Transfer Fee Schedule
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Long guns | $50 for the 1st firearm, $35 for each additional |
| Handguns | $50 for the 1st firearm, $35 for each additional |
| Receivers / frames | $50 for the 1st, $35 for each additional |
| Ammunition | $30 for the first 500 rounds, then $20 for each additional 500 rounds |
The customer is responsible for the transfer fees listed above even if a "PROCEED" NICS response cannot be obtained, or if the firearm cannot be transferred for any other reason.
NYS SAFE Act
Read the NYS SAFE Act requirements (official NY State page)
Sanborn Gun Shop Firearm Transfer Policy
Before you ship
Call us first. Before you have a firearm shipped to us, call to confirm that we will accept it. If the firearm or transfer is not accepted for any reason, you are responsible for return shipping costs and transfer fees, even if the transfer is not completed.
Shipper information. Make sure the shipper includes, at minimum:
- Buyer's name
- Buyer's phone number
- Buyer's email address
- Make, model, and serial number of the firearm
No packing peanuts. Please do not allow your shipper to use shipping peanuts. We will reject shipments that arrive with packing peanuts. Thank you!
Who we accept transfers from
- We accept transfers only from an FFL dealer with proof of a valid license.
- We do not accept private (person-to-person) sales unless all parties, buyer and seller, are in our shop in person with proper ID and any required permits.
- Sanborn Gun Shop reserves the right to deny any transfer for any reason.
NYS SAFE Act compliance
- Complete receivers: In addition to the transfer fee, the customer must purchase a NYS SAFE Act compliance kit from us. The kit will be installed on the receiver before pickup. (Law enforcement officers are not required to purchase this kit.)
- If a firearm is not SAFE Act compliant and we cannot make it compliant with one of our NYS SAFE Act kits, you are responsible for the transfer fees and return shipping costs.
- Firearms received with magazines holding more than 10 rounds: the magazine(s) will be forfeited to Sanborn Gun Shop, and the firearm may be transferred without them.
If a transfer can't be completed
If a transfer cannot be completed for any reason, the customer is responsible for all transfer fees and return shipping costs, plus $20 for repackaging and return delivery to the shipper.
Estate transfers
Estate transfers have special pricing and requirements. Please contact us or call (716) 525-3674 to find out what's needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an FFL transfer cost in Sanborn?
Our fee is $50 for the first firearm and $35 for each additional firearm. See the full fee schedule above, including receivers, frames and ammunition.
Do you accept firearms shipped from online retailers?
Yes. We accept transfers from FFL dealers with proof of a valid license. Please call us at (716) 525-3674 before you have anything shipped so we can confirm.
Can I transfer a firearm from a private seller?
Only if the buyer and the seller are both in our shop in person with proper ID and any required permits.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve customers throughout Niagara County, including Sanborn, Lockport, North Tonawanda, Niagara Falls and Wheatfield.
How do I schedule a pickup?
Use our online booking page, or call (716) 525-3674.