Wait time for Background checks in Oregon

[StacattoP]

Yep no rhyme or reason, I generally go to the front of the line with using my SSN, have a CCP, a class 6 FFL, long term Oregon resident at the same address for almost 20 years. Even 2 months ago the background check for two revolvers a week apart took less than an hour. Now a shotgun and .22 rifle are going to take a week.

Sorry I know you're pain

 

[Hueco]

I will say that isn't accurate either. I hadn't purchased since 1994, and was instant approved on 13MAR, and my CHL was expired.

Wrong. I've purchased five guns over the last two months. I have a unique first and last name, DPSST certified LE, and always give my SS#. Just had an eight day wait.

Back to the drawing board, I guess.

 

[aflineman]

Well, my wait has started over. Stopped by to check on my status where I had bought my firearm. They said I was no longer on the wait list, not on the deny list, but they could not find my approval number. Someone printed it up, and has misplaced it. So, they started the entire process over again! They say there is no way to get an approval number after it has been printed out. Since the State now has my name tied to this serial number, I guess I need to go through this all over again. If it was not for this fact, I think I would tell them to pack it. To say I am upset is an understatement.

 

[StacattoP]

Well, my wait has started over. Stopped by to check on my status where I had bought my firearm. They said I was no longer on the wait list, not on the deny list, but they could not find my approval number. Someone printed it up, and has misplaced it. So, they started the entire process over again! They say there is no way to get an approval number after it has been printed out. Since the State now has my name tied to this serial number, I guess I need to go through this all over again. If it was not for this fact, I think I would tell them to pack it. To say I am upset is an understatement.

Man I would be furious!!! Screw that you've been approved you should have that item now or be justly compensated!!! I'm mad about it and it's not even my gun

 

[aflineman]

Man I would be furious!!! Screw that you've been approved you should have that item now or be justly compensated!!! I'm mad about it and it's not even my gun

I am not sure yet, but I believe someone will be fired over this.

 

[StacattoP]

I am not sure yet, but I believe someone will be fired over this.

Honestly I hate to say this with times the way that they are I hope so

 

[Wolfgangbridge]

Anyone thing going to a pawn shop for a transfer vs going to an actual gun shop would make a difference?

 

[raftman]

Anyone thing going to a pawn shop for a transfer vs going to an actual gun shop would make a difference?

From my experience, I wouldn't say this makes the difference. Weeks ago when I made a purchase from another member here, I had to do the wait when transferring at a pawn shop. I also sold something and transferred at the very same pawn shop and the buyer got approved instantly.

I'm thinking there is no hard pattern. For every "theory" there seem to be plenty of exceptions. For example entering a social security number didn't seem to help me, having an unusual last name (I've literally never met another person with the same one, not counting family) did nothing, having a CHL didn't make a difference, either.

At best there may be some correlation, where some variable(s) tend to help but won't necessarily work every time. I'd be interested in finding out how strong the correlation is between using a CHL as your ID as opposed to ODL... and also handgun vs long gun.

 

[Wolfgangbridge]

Well I'll let you know shortly what happens with me. Wolfgang is my middle name so maybe that'll be in my favor. I'll be using Ssn and chl for a rifle...

 

[Wolfgangbridge]

4000 in line 7 day wait

 

[aksu747]

Anyone thing going to a pawn shop for a transfer vs going to an actual gun shop would make a difference?

No, all background checks in Oregon are run through the same system wherever you go. That system is FICS which is run by Oregon State Police.

 

[BDA.45]

4000 in line 7 day wait

Maybe I should try, just for bubblegums and grins.......

 

[BDA.45]

I'd owe you all a if I dont get an instantaneous confirmation.....
Just sayn

 

[Wolfgangbridge]

Also tried buying a pistol and tick licker. 4K on the list

 

[NeSeR13]

Just got home from the gun store with my new Colt Python. No delay, was out the door with the Python in about 15 minutes from the time I filled out the forms.

 

[Cracker]

My wife was approved in seconds last week. It always happens that quickly with her. Same thing last month. Every time with her, not me!!

 

[wollzy]

7 days today to get cleared for my lower....now I just have to find parts to put on it.

 

[kenboy]

I had an instant on Tuesday. Fairly certain its a combo of SS# given, CHL, and recent purchase.

I have had three instants in the last month, unique last name, CHL, but have never provided a SS number

 

[joken]

Bought a new rifle recently and it took a week. Made a trade yesterday and the other party was approved right away and I was 4800ish so it will be another week

 

[JeffPDX]

BDA.45

I have my grandfathers well used single shot .410 if you want to try your luck at background checks without wasting a lot of money.