Bo’s Gun Shop
Elizabeth City, NC
Bo’s Gun Shop
Elizabeth City, NC
Certified “Master Gunsmith”
FOR NC RESIDENTS:
What do you need to purchase a handgun (general requirements)?
- Happy news - you now longer need a pistol purchase permit. If you don’t know what that is - it was a remnant of Jim Crow laws designed to allow sheriffs to prevent persons of color from purchasing handguns. This was repealed by the Republican legislature of NC after overriding the Democrat governor’s veto in 2023. Apparently the governor didn’t want persons of color having handguns.
-Your valid NC driver’s license or DMV issued picture ID card, either of which lists your current address.
- Be 21 years old.
- You may NOT be a felon or have been dishonorably discharged from the military
- For immigrants and those here on VISAs please contact the ATF for a list of the required ID.
FEES
1-2 Handguns - $35.00
3 Handguns - $40.00
4-15 firearms - $80.00
Any combination of handguns and long guns with three or more handguns, the handgun price applies
Also, please note “straw purchases,” or purchasing a firearm for someone else is a federal offense.This is to prevent persons who would not otherwise be able to purchase a firearm from getting someone else to purchase it for them.Purchasing a firearm as a gift is NOT a “straw purchase.”
To purchase a long gun (general requirements)?
- Your valid driver’s license from any state or DMV issued picture ID card, either of which lists your current address.
- You must be at least 18 years of age.
- You may NOT be a felon or have been dishonorably discharged from the military
- For immigrants and those here on VISAs please contact the ATF for a list of the required ID
FEES
1-2 Long gun(s) - $35.00
3-15 Long guns - $40.00
Also, please note “straw purchases,” or purchasing a firearm for someone else is a federal offense.This is to prevent persons who would not otherwise be able to purchase a firearm from getting someone else to purchase it for them.Purchasing a firearm as a gift is NOT a “straw purchase.”
FOR NON NC RESIDENTS (except military - military see below):
What do I need to purchase a handgun (general requirements)?
This section ONLY applies to someone living outside North Carolina who purchases a handgun from a dealer in North Carolina. Unfortunately, federal law leaves rules governing handguns up to each individual state. So there are technically fifty sets of rules regarding the sale of handguns. You may still purchase a handgun from me (or another licensed dealer) even though you are not a NC resident, but you cannot pick up the firearm “in person” in North Carolina. You will need to arrange for me to ship the firearm to an FFL dealer in the state in which you reside. The process may be found below under “Purchasing a firearm online.” You will need to meet the federal and your state’s requirements for the firearm and purchase of the firearm.
FEES
In addition to the cost of the firearm you will be responsible for paying for shipping which varies by size and weight. Also, if you want the shipment ensured you will be responsible for that charge as well. Once I have delivered the firearm to USPS my responsibility for the shipment ends.
Also, please note “straw purchases,” or purchasing a firearm for someone else is a federal offense.This is to prevent persons who would not otherwise be able to purchase a firearm from getting someone else to purchase it for them.Purchasing a firearm as a gift is NOT a “straw purchase.”
What do I need to purchase a long gun (general requirements)?
Unlike handguns, US citizens can purchase a long gun in any state and walk out with the firearm.
- Your valid driver’s license from any state or DMV issued picture ID card, either of which lists your current address.
- You must be at least 21 years of age (you MUST obey the age requirement for your state, and some states restrict purchasing long guns to those 21 or older.).
- You may NOT be a felon or have been dishonorably discharged from the military
- For immigrants and those here on VISAs please contact the ATF for a list of the required ID
- You are responsible for ensuring the firearm meets whatever legal state restrictions on the firearm you purchase, including magazine capacity restrictions.
FEES
1-2 Long gun(s) - $35.00
3-15 Long guns - $40.00
Also, please note “straw purchases,” or purchasing a firearm for someone else is a federal offense.This is to prevent persons who would not otherwise be able to purchase a firearm from getting someone else to purchase it for them.Purchasing a firearm as a gift is NOT a “straw purchase.”
SPECIAL RULES FOR ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY PURCHASING A FIREARM (general requirements)
Active Duty military who have PCS orders to North Carolina must meet and provide at least ONE of these forms of documentation:
-A valid NC driver’s license which lists your current address OR your current military ID AND a copy of your PCS orders stationing you in NC (may NOT use TDY) AND a document that shows your North Carolina living address.This can be a water bill, electric bill, lease, mortgage statement, or NC Concealed Carry Permit that shows your name (may include your spouse but must have your name) and current NC address.
AND
You must be at least 21 years of age for a handgun or 18 years of age for a long gun.
1-2 Handguns - $35.00
3 - Handguns - $40.00
4-15 Handguns - $80.00
1-2 Long gun(s) - $35.00
3-15 Long guns - $40.00
Any combination of handguns and long guns with three or more handguns, the handgun price applies
Also, please note “straw purchases,” or purchasing a firearm for someone else is a federal offense.This is to prevent persons who would not otherwise be able to purchase a firearm from getting someone else to purchase it for them.Purchasing a firearm as a gift is NOT a “straw purchase.”
PURCHASING A FIREARM ONLINE:
This isn’t as hard as you might think! Ensure you meet the criteria listed above as applicable based upon your residency status.
FEES
1-2 Handguns - $35.00
3 - Handguns - $40.00
4-15 Handguns - $80.00
1-2 Long gun(s) - $35.00
3-15 Long guns - $40.00
Any combination of handguns and long guns with three or more handguns, the handgun price applies
Also, please note “straw purchases,” or purchasing a firearm for someone else is a federal offense.This is to prevent persons who would not otherwise be able to purchase a firearm from getting someone else to purchase it for them.Purchasing a firearm as a gift is NOT a “straw purchase.”
For a firearm to be shipped to me, the shipper MUST have a copy of my Federal Firearms License (FFL). Gunbroker and Palmetto State Armory keep a copy of my FFL on file, negating the need for you to contact them.
I’ve done hundreds of transfers and have NEVER received shipping information from the shipper. I am retired and do this part time. If I am not home when the shipment arrives I am charged $15.00 for a redelivery. Thus I need to know when to be home to receive the shipment!