How do you protect yourself in a private sale as the buyer?

[boxer13]

ABC: Always be carrying.

Also just trust your instincts, if the person seems shady or the meetup spot is unknown or makes you feel uneasy just walk away.

I do more transactions on craigslist than here but I'm always carrying, even openly when I didn't have my permit. A little insurance goes a long way. Also tell someone where you are going, never hurts.

 

[Raven]

Paperwork is entirely unnecessary. Carry concealed, work only with cash.

Aren't you ever concerned that it can be traced back to you and you don't have proof that you sold it? Honest question - not arguing.

 

[Redcap]

Aren't you ever concerned that it can be traced back to you and you don't have proof that you sold it? Honest question - not arguing.

Not a bit... and I have bought/sold quite a few firearms in the last three or four years.

 

[Raven]

Not a bit... and I have bought/sold quite a few firearms in the last three or four years.

I will admit then, I am more paranoid about it - I just like to cover my back side "Just In Case"...

 

[toywin12]

ABC: Always be carrying.

Also just trust your instincts, if the person seems shady or the meetup spot is unknown or makes you feel uneasy just walk away.

I do more transactions on craigslist than here but I'm always carrying, even openly when I didn't have my permit. A little insurance goes a long way. Also tell someone where you are going, never hurts.

+1 I actually prefer to open carry during a firearms FTF...

 

[Ding]

have a sniper watching your 6.have him point a laser on the sellers chest and ask if he is a nice person ... what..