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I am sending a rifle in to the manufacturer to get some work done. I read a few articles and checked on the UPS website, and I think I have it figured out. I do have a few questions though.
According to UPS,
Also,
Right now it seems the easiest thing to do is to pack it up and schedule a pickup since UPS Stores don't accept firearms, only the UPS Customer Center hubs. Anything I'm missing?
According to UPS,
I know guys ship in Pelican cases, so is this really their policy or just a common sense thing to do?All firearms must be shipped in new corrugated packaging which meets the UPS Single Wall Box Strength Guidelines.
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So I can ship a rifle via regular ground?Handguns, as defined by 18 U.S.C. § 921, will be accepted for transportation only via UPS Next Day Air Services, specifically, UPS Next Day Air® Early, UPS Next Day Air®, and UPS Next Day Air Saver®. (Note: UPS Express Critical™ Service is not available for firearms).
Does this mean there is no notification needed for rifles?When you are shipping a package that contains a handgun, you must verbally notify the UPS driver or UPS Customer Center clerk."
Right now it seems the easiest thing to do is to pack it up and schedule a pickup since UPS Stores don't accept firearms, only the UPS Customer Center hubs. Anything I'm missing?