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Unread 11-08-2015, 06:56 PM   #3
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Originally Posted by Karl View Post
I am considering ordering a 9x19 barrel for my Steyr Hahn from IGB Austria. Based on their website it looks like they only need a copy of my driver's license to ship to the US. Does anyone have experience with the company or importing gun parts from the EU?
I have lots of experience importing guns and parts from Germany and Switzerland. The controlling authorities for the importation of complete firearms, firearm frames and receivers, firearm barrels, and ammunition, are 18 U.S.C., Chapter 44, the GCA, and the implementing regulations in 27 CFR, Part 478. Long story short, you cannot import a barrel for a modefn firearm without an import license. Note that there is a $5 fee and a mandatory U.S. Customs inspection applying to any import shipment with declared value over $100. In short, caveat emptor.
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