Need Help Shipping Firearm to U.S.

OntarioNimrod · #1 06-30-2010, 08:29 PM

I need to get a non-restricted rifle to a gunsmith in the U.S. for some work. U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms says I can ship it without any permits required, but I'm having trouble finding a carrier that is licensed, willing and knowledgeable about shipping/air transport. Apparently Canada Post can't do it. Any suggestions? I had originally intended to drive it down myself, as I have a temporary export permit, but that permit doesn't allow the firearm to be left behind in the U.S. when I return. Obviously that won't work, as the gunsmith will be working on it for many weeks. Any experience in this area? Thanks in advance.

#2 06-30-2010, 08:32 PM

Air Canada will ship it but it's expensive. That's the only option I could find when I shipped one a few months ago.

OntarioNimrod · #3 06-30-2010, 09:03 PM

How much did it cost you, Sheephunter?

#4 06-30-2010, 09:05 PM

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Originally Posted by OntarioNimrod

How much did it cost you, Sheephunter?

Not sure but it was around $300. You will need a temporary export permit from the Canadian side as well.

OntarioNimrod · #5 07-05-2010, 07:48 PM

Last I checked, Canada didn't require an export permit if going to the U.S.

#6 07-05-2010, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by OntarioNimrod

Last I checked, Canada didn't require an export permit if going to the U.S.

The U.S. side does though.

SHORTMAG · #7 07-06-2010, 01:32 PM

Why are you going to the US for the work, is it something that can't be done here in Ka-nadda?..I know that they have some Gun Guru's down there....but, I was just curious is all.