I agree that this rifle is technically an antique by federal rule. That is despite the fact that it has been recently rebuilt and is functionally the same as something like a Ruger No.1 in .45-70, which is a caliber you can probably buy at Walmart.
The question is: does this federal definition protect someone as a seller from differing state and local laws? As I said in an earlier post, I don't have the slightest interest in litigating something that can be so easily cured. It seems to me that the safest (and only) option is delivery to an FFL who is familiar with the local requirements in his jurisdiction.
I am not in business and I have not sold much out of state, a couple of actions this year. Both were shipped to the buyer in care of the FFL of his choosing. Why is that a problem? Why do people think that makes the rifle worth less? I am probably going to be hammered for saying this, but I don't really want to sell a firearm to anyone who can't pass the background check. We do exactly the same thing in person, I don't think most people here would sell a gun to someone they thought was a criminal or mentally unstable. So why is this an issue with my listing?
