My retirement funds are in jeopardy

Eugen · 07-26-2016, 02:25 PM

Yes, I am about to get loose and dangerous with savings.

I just received my C&R license from the ATF folks. Now when I look at all the on-line gun auction and sales websites, I can have more immediate satisfaction and an impulse to buy guns. In IL one has to normally wait three days after a purchase to possess the gun. Plus I have to have it shipped to a FFL for the obligatory wait and extra $15-25 fee. Screw that!

But, no more. I am free to blow more money.

I have been looking for the right reason for a three hour road trip to Simpsons, LTD and hassle free buying. This noob collector has new found freedom.

Edward Tinker · 07-26-2016, 03:54 PM

hah hah - buy one for me too, you can keep it at your house

Dick Herman · 07-26-2016, 05:28 PM

Be very careful how you use your new found super powers. These powers are addicting.

May the Force be with you!

cirelaw · 07-26-2016, 06:02 PM

Give our regards to Brad and family!!

wayne8661 · 07-26-2016, 09:37 PM

I'm still waiting for my C&R. How long did it take to get yours? I applied almost two months ago!!!!

cirelaw · 07-26-2016, 10:10 PM

I took me 4 weeks, three years ago. I enclosed a copy of my Florida Concealed weapons permit> That was a different time in America. Its worth the wait no matter how long it takes!! Eric

Eugen · 07-26-2016, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by wayne8661

I'm still waiting for my C&R. How long did it take to get yours? I applied almost two months ago!!!!

It took less than a month. I was surprised when it arrived so early.

I asked my county sheriff (a friend) to serve as my CLEO and actively support my application. Maybe that made a difference. I already have my IL CCW license; that may have helped, too. Of course, I have an IL FOID (firearm owner ID) card that is required to possess any weapons or to buy ammo.

Curss · 07-27-2016, 06:53 AM

My father had a C&R license before he passed, many fine weapons were purchased under it. Just be careful when you go to Simpsons Ltd, they have quite a selection!

DavidJayUden · 07-27-2016, 07:25 AM

Enjoy your newly gifted "rights", but be advised that many sellers/dealers don't recognize the C&R. Also be careful not to use it as a license to do business. That never ends well...
dju

Olle · 07-27-2016, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by wayne8661

I'm still waiting for my C&R. How long did it take to get yours? I applied almost two months ago!!!!

They do actually have a time limit, and I believe the law says that they are required to handle it within 30 days. My FFL application dragged out for 6 weeks, so I contacted ATF to see what was going on. This obviously stirred them up quite a bit, I got several emails and phone calls from people at different levels trying to figure out why it hadn't been handled yet. Two days later I had an agent in the house for the interview, he apologized for the delay and issued the FFL as soon as he got back to his office.

Just call them and as why it's taking so long, if you're lucky you'll have your C&R within a few days.

cirelaw · 07-27-2016, 09:42 AM

A Tour Of Simpson Ltd~http://www.forgottenweapons.com/a-to...son-ltd-video/

Eugen · 07-27-2016, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by DavidJayUden

Enjoy your newly gifted "rights", but be advised that many sellers/dealers don't recognize the C&R. Also be careful not to use it as a license to do business. That never ends well...
dju

David, thanks.

You would be correct about running a business. I have no intention to engage my hobby at the business level. But, you make a good point.

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Originally Posted by Olle

They do actually have a time limit, and I believe the law says that they are required to handle it within 30 days.

Just call them and as why it's taking so long, if you're lucky you'll have your C&R within a few days.

Olle, I recall the ATF website mentioning a timeframe, but I thought that was just a guideline, but it may have been a requirement. I was shocked when it came in the mail so quickly.

Olle, I will be visiting and traveling through the great state of TN next week. I have a business conference in Nashville, my adopted home town and where I went to school (Go Vandy) and then I'm heading to Asheville, NC for some vacation time. My Swedish fiancé will be with me.

Lastly, any "must stop and see" LGS along I-40?

DonVoigt · 07-27-2016, 11:54 AM

Eugen,
If you are in Asheville Aug 12/13, you could drive 30 minutes east to Morganton NC(on I 40) and join us for the North Carolina Gun Collectors Show that weekend.

We're just off I 40, at exit 105. Exit and turn left = North on Sterling St. toward down town.
We are in the Foothills Exibition center, 2/10 mile from the interstate on the left!

Be sure to ask for the "President" of NCGCA when you arrive! That would be me, I may get you in for free.

Eugen · 07-27-2016, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by DonVoigt

Eugen,
If you are in Asheville Aug 12/13, you could drive 30 minutes east to Morganton NC(on I 40) and join us for the North Carolina Gun Collectors Show that weekend.

We're just off I 40, at exit 105. Exit and turn left = North on Sterling St. toward down town.
We are in the Foothills Exibition center, 2/10 mile from the interstate on the left!

Be sure to ask for the "President" of NCGCA when you arrive! That would be me, I may get you in for free.

Wow, Don, that would be a great event to attend and a chance to meet an active forum member. Regretfully, I will be in Asheville, NC on August 2-4th and then I head back home.

But, thank you so much for thinking of me. Granite Falls and Hickory area of NC is my ancestral home. Neat area.

wayne8661 · 07-30-2016, 02:47 PM

Took two months but my C&R came today.

Wayne

ithacaartist · 07-30-2016, 07:14 PM

cirelaw · 07-30-2016, 07:27 PM

Scan and make a few copys so you can also attach it to your mail!

07-26-2016, 02:25 PM	#1
Eugen User Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Newburgh,IN Posts: 796 Thanks: 403 Thanked 639 Times in 338 Posts	My retirement funds are in jeopardy Yes, I am about to get loose and dangerous with savings. I just received my C&R license from the ATF folks. Now when I look at all the on-line gun auction and sales websites, I can have more immediate satisfaction and an impulse to buy guns. In IL one has to normally wait three days after a purchase to possess the gun. Plus I have to have it shipped to a FFL for the obligatory wait and extra $15-25 fee. Screw that! But, no more. I am free to blow more money. I have been looking for the right reason for a three hour road trip to Simpsons, LTD and hassle free buying. This noob collector has new found freedom. __________________ “God created war so that Americans would learn geography.” ― Mark Twain

07-27-2016, 06:53 AM	#8
Curss User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 307 Thanks: 304 Thanked 98 Times in 75 Posts	My father had a C&R license before he passed, many fine weapons were purchased under it. Just be careful when you go to Simpsons Ltd, they have quite a selection! __________________ -Chris

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cirelaw Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: PORT ST LUCIE, FLORIDA Posts: 12,216 Thanks: 6,209 Thanked 4,138 Times in 2,176 Posts	A Tour Of Simpson Ltd~http://www.forgottenweapons.com/a-to...son-ltd-video/ Attached Thumbnails

07-27-2016, 11:54 AM	#13
DonVoigt User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: near Charlotte NC Posts: 4,681 Thanks: 1,443 Thanked 4,355 Times in 2,041 Posts	Eugen, If you are in Asheville Aug 12/13, you could drive 30 minutes east to Morganton NC(on I 40) and join us for the North Carolina Gun Collectors Show that weekend. We're just off I 40, at exit 105. Exit and turn left = North on Sterling St. toward down town. We are in the Foothills Exibition center, 2/10 mile from the interstate on the left! Be sure to ask for the "President" of NCGCA when you arrive! That would be me, I may get you in for free. __________________ 03man(Don Voigt); Luger student and collector. Looking for DWM side plate: 69 ; Dreyse 1907 pistol K.S. Gendarmerie

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Edward Tinker Super Moderator Eternal Lifer LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: North of Spokane, WA Posts: 15,966 Thanks: 2,066 Thanked 4,595 Times in 2,116 Posts	hah hah - buy one for me too, you can keep it at your house

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wayne8661 User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Kennett Square Pennsylvania Posts: 591 Thanks: 15 Thanked 334 Times in 104 Posts	I'm still waiting for my C&R. How long did it take to get yours? I applied almost two months ago!!!!

07-26-2016, 10:10 PM	#6
cirelaw Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: PORT ST LUCIE, FLORIDA Posts: 12,216 Thanks: 6,209 Thanked 4,138 Times in 2,176 Posts	I took me 4 weeks, three years ago. I enclosed a copy of my Florida Concealed weapons permit> That was a different time in America. Its worth the wait no matter how long it takes!! Eric

07-27-2016, 07:25 AM	#9
DavidJayUden Patron LugerForum Patron Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 4,047 Thanks: 578 Thanked 1,414 Times in 887 Posts	Enjoy your newly gifted "rights", but be advised that many sellers/dealers don't recognize the C&R. Also be careful not to use it as a license to do business. That never ends well... dju

07-30-2016, 02:47 PM	#15
wayne8661 User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Kennett Square Pennsylvania Posts: 591 Thanks: 15 Thanked 334 Times in 104 Posts	Took two months but my C&R came today. Wayne

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cirelaw Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: PORT ST LUCIE, FLORIDA Posts: 12,216 Thanks: 6,209 Thanked 4,138 Times in 2,176 Posts	Scan and make a few copys so you can also attach it to your mail!