Silencers

Concealed 27

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Not one to say i told ya so but got into an a conversation with a guy who insisted he could own a silencer with out a CIII permit. He stated that class III only applys to machine guns but silencers are legal to buy OTC if you just pay the taxes and register it with ATF WITHOUT the CIII. Am i missing something out there?? Brother in arms I know you got the answer....
 

RangerDanger

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What's a CIII permit? The easiest way would probably be set up a trust, fill out proper paperwork (I forget if its a form 1 or form 4 for a suppressor) and mail everything to the ATF with along with your $200 check. After that just wait for the slow ass process of getting the tax stamp back lol
 

RangerDanger

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Most dealers that sell suppressors should help you with the process and paperwork. If they won't I'd say find another dealer
 

Concealed 27

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Found this so I beleive I am correct here...


Owning a class 3 weapon (machine gun / silencer) is relatively simple. There are several rules and regulations that individuals must comply with. They are very simple and one should not be intimidated by paperwork. First let me address a few questions, before you ask them.
You may only own a machine gun that was manufactured and registered with the BATF before May 19, 1986. Weapons manufactured after that date are restricted for Military and Law Enforcement use only. Economics 101, the law of supply and demand should start coming to mind by now. This is why these weapons are somewhat “pricey”, when compared to current production weapons. “Simply”, the reserves not being available, controlled commodities always make for an excellent investment. The price is only going one place, Up!

An individual purchasing a “ National Firearms Act Weapon “, NFA weapon or class 3 weapon is required to pay a one time, $200 Federal Excise Tax fee. This fee has been the same, since 1934. It has never changed or has the simple requirement for owning a NFA weapon. These rules and regulation were set forth in 1934, because of the readily availability of machine guns to people like, Bonnie & Clyde, Dillinger, etc.. They permitted the Department of Justice to prosecute criminals under Federal Law. This had a little more "bite" than local laws.

To obtain an NFA weapon, you must first select one. The reason is, forms are required to transfer the weapon from seller to buyer, requiring specific information. There are several types of forms to accommodate these transfers. A form “3”, accommodates dealer to dealer transfers (Class 3, in or out of state). A form “4”, accommodates dealer to individual transfers, within the state. Unlicensed individuals may not transfer class 3 weapons directly into their state. An active Class 3 license is required to execute the transfer. If you hold an active standard FFL, you may transfer the weapon in directly, however the law enforcement signature, photographs, and fingerprint cards are still required, as well as the $200 FET. We will be happy to help you in the selection of a reputable Class 3 dealer in the state that you live in, however, the final decision will be yours.

The form “4” is quite simple. It will be filled out in duplicate by your Class 3 dealer, showing the current owner of the weapon and address, your name and address, description of the weapon and serial number, etc.. You will be given the forms, along with a set of fingerprint cards. On the back of the form is a place for your photograph and your local law enforcement official’s signature. If you are transferring the NFA weapon to your corporation, this Law Enforcement signature is not required. See “Corporate Transfers” or contact us for more details.

The required signature may come from a multitude of sources. The Chief of Police, the Sheriff, District Attorney, a Federal judge, State Chief of Police, etc.. Typically the person signing this form “4”, will conduct a background check on you, insuring that you are a person in good standing, within your community. If you have a criminal background or questionable past, you will be denied a signature at this point. In fact, even if you are a fine upstanding member of the community, you will find this part of the NFA weapon acquisition, the most difficult. Why? Most of the local law enforcement officials today, are no longer police officers, but unfortunately, appointed politicians. You will find that they typically do not sign such documents, with their eyes closed and will generally give a “no” response via a “clerk”, when you call up like “Lever Action Bubba” screaming that he has to sign this form, so you can have your machine gun. The “no” answer is to slow down 99% of the individuals that just think they want a class 3 weapon. If you are dealing with a clerk and not him directly, this is what you deserve. However, there is the remaining 1%, that will do something intelligent, like make an appointment to talk about the signature, maybe have a cup of coffee, etc..

After you have obtained an official signature, return the forms along with your photographs (taped to the back), your fingerprint cards, and your check for $200, (payable to The Department of the Treasury) to your dealer. All of this information, along with the FET fee, will be forwarded to the BATF and they will begin the process of transferring the ownership of the weapon to your name or corporation. No, you don’t give up all your rights at this point. It is the question that I get asked the most at this point. Search warrants are still required by law, these days, even for an individual that owns a class 3 weapon. These are “bubba” stories.

If you are really sincere about owning one of these very rare weapons, please feel free to contact us. We will show you how to legally obtain one. That is what we get paid for. All transactions are confidential, that is Federal Law!
 

RangerDanger

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Forget the sign off process and set up a trust. That way if anything ever happens to you the class III item goes to a beneficiary named in your trust
 

Concealed 27

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that is how I will setup...I'm gonna get my nephew and father on there cause by the time it all goes thru I might be dead..lol
 

RangerDanger

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It's usually about a six month process if there's no set backs. I applied back in late October and my check was cashed in mid-late November
 

Concealed 27

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thanks keep me posted, I got the attorney already picked out. He's a gunnut himself and practices in law full defense with deadly weapons.....
 

BrothersInArms

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Not one to say i told ya so but got into an a conversation with a guy who insisted he could own a silencer with out a CIII permit. He stated that class III only applys to machine guns but silencers are legal to buy OTC if you just pay the taxes and register it with ATF WITHOUT the CIII. Am i missing something out there?? Brother in arms I know you got the answer....

You don't need a class 3 to own a suppressor or a machine gun. It requires a tax stamp. "Class 3" means 03 SOT(Special Occupational Tax) which enables FFL dealers to sell NFA items.
 

Concealed 27

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You don't need a class 3 to own a suppressor or a machine gun. It requires a tax stamp. "Class 3" means 03 SOT(Special Occupational Tax) which enables FFL dealers to sell NFA items.

So the tax is on the dealer that u pay and enables the transfer to be legal??
 

BrothersInArms

Supporting Vendor
So the tax is on the dealer that u pay and enables the transfer to be legal??

Negative. You(the buyer) have to fill out an ATF Form 4, and get the chief LEO in your county to sign off on it. Then submit it with your finger prints, a passport photo, and a $200 check to the ATF. If you form a trust, you won't need the signature, prints or passport photo. Wait 6-8 months or so, and you'll receive the tax stamp. Then you can pick up your suppressor.
 

RangerDanger

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Don't let the forms or any of the process discourage you. Once you do it you'll see its actually a fairly simple process. Hardest part is the wait
 

Concealed 27

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Awesome Thanks Brother in Arms and Got Sig.....:signs1:
I waited 4 years to get my disability I can wait for 6-8 months
 

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