How to Sell a Gun Locally or Online

Wondering how to sell a gun safely and conveniently? Nevada Gun Collections purchases individual firearms, complete collections, inherited firearms, suppressors and other transferable NFA items from sellers locally in Northern Nevada and throughout the United States.

Choose the option that works best for you: submit your firearm information online for an appraisal and offer, or visit our Sparks location for an in-person evaluation.

Online Submission
In-Store Appointment

How to Sell a Gun Online

Step 1: Photograph Your Firearm

Capture photos that accurately identify your firearm’s;
    1. Condition
    2. Make
    3. Model
    4. Manufacturer’s markings
    5. Any accessories that are included.

Good photographs allow our appraisal team to better evaluate the firearm before it arrives.

 

Step 2: Submit Your Firearm Information

Send your photographs and firearm details through our online submission form. A member of our appraisal team will review the information and respond with an offer, typically within one business day.

 

Step 3: Review Your Offer

Once the appraisal is complete, we will send you an offer. There is no obligation to accept it. If you decide to move forward, our team will provide the information needed for the next step.

 

Step 4: Receive Your Shipping Instructions

Accepted nationwide offers include prepaid shipping and insurance for the firearm’s full agreed value. We will provide transaction-specific shipping instructions before anything is sent.

 

Step 5: Package Your Firearm

Once your firearm is properly packaged with a copy of our FFL License, a USPS pick-up will be scheduled to pick-up your firearm from an address of your choosing and will be tracked by our team along is journey.
(Please note: You will have to procure your own box and packing materials. If you need help with this, please refer to our Firearm Box Sizing Guide.)

 

Step 6: Final Inspection

Once your firearm arrives at our facility, our team will inspect it and confirm that its condition, configuration and included accessories match the information submitted during the appraisal.

 

Step 7:

After the firearm passes final inspection, payment will be issued according to the agreed terms.
    1. A Mailed Check
    2. Direct Deposit

How to Sell a Gun Locally

Step 1: Prepare Your Firearm for Your Visit

Before visiting, make sure the firearm is completely unloaded and secured in an appropriate case, box or container. Keep the firearm contained when entering the store and follow staff instructions upon arrival.

 

Step 2: Visit Our Sparks Location

Bring your firearm to Nevada Gun Collections at 55 Freeport Blvd, Unit 28, Sparks, Nevada. Walk-ins are welcome during regular business hours, or you can schedule an appointment for a dedicated evaluation time.
Appointments are recommended for large collections, estates, collectible firearms and NFA items that may require additional evaluation time.

 

Step 3: Receive an In-Person Offer

Once the evaluation is complete, we will present you with an offer. If you accept, our staff will complete the required transaction paperwork and payment process including a bill of sale relinquishing you as owner of the firearm. 
 

Ready to Sell Your Gun?

Now that you know how to sell a gun through Nevada Gun Collections, choose the option that works best for you. Submit photographs and firearm information for a nationwide offer, or visit our Sparks location for an in-person appraisal.

Have additional questions about collections, shipping, insurance, appointments, estates or NFA items? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions.