FAQ

1. What is an FFL ?

A "FFL" is a Federal Firearm License. There are currently over 58,000 FFL holders nationwide. FFL holders are commonly gun stores, pawn shops, and retail sporting goods stores. However, there are also many individuals that hold a FFL. All firearms sold to individuals online must be shipped to a local FFL holder who will then transfer the firearm (via ATF form 4473 and associated background check) to the individual.

2. How do I arrange to have a local FFL handle my transfer?

You simply choose a local FFL from your area, have them email us a copy of their FFL at bigbeebeeshop@gmail.com. Please communicate with your chosen FFL prior to completing your purchase with us. You will want to ask for their approval of the transfer as well as their transfer fee. Our FFL can be found here.

3. What is the average FFL transfer fee?

The transfer fee varies widely among the FFL holders nationwide, the average fee tends to be between $25-$50. For their exact transfer fee, please contact your chosen FFL directly. My transfer fees can be found on our price list page.

4. Can you ship my firearm direct to me at my home or office?

No, all firearms must be shipped to a verified FFL (Federal Firearm License) holder. The only exceptions are some black powder firearms, and then only to approved states.

5. How do I know if I can legally purchase a firearm?

Before you're able to take possession of your firearm from your dealer you'll be required to pass a background check. This is a fairly simple process. You'll fill out the form 4473 and your dealer will call the information in to FBI NICS. Typically, while your dealer is on the phone he'll receive one of the following responses - approved, delayed, or denied. Please check your state and local regulations as well, several states/locals have additional requirements.

6. Why does my Customer information have to match?

Due to firearm regulations the Customer name must be the intended recipient of the firearm, meaning no one can pick up the firearm but you--the actual purchaser. If this information doesn't match, your order can be delayed or canceled with fees. Simply put, no one can accept transfer of a firearm except you, the actual buyer.

7. I just bought a gun from you guys and now the advertised price is less than what I paid. What's up ?

Our website updates every 15 minutes, 24/7, with our distributors current inventory and cost. We do not price our guns manually based on our cost in each, rather we use a live download from manufacturers and distributors to set our price based on our current replacement cost. As our cost changes, the corresponding website price of each make/model will change up/down accordingly. Although our profit margin remains unchanged, our advertised prices will change frequently, sometimes several times per day.

8. Do you accept PayPal?

No. Paypal has an anti-2A policy and will not allow us to transact on their platform.

9. Why are the firearms shipped "within 1 to 2 weeks" of completing my order ?

Our firearms are located throughout our distributors warehouses and may not necessarily be on site physically. We have to wait to get the item from our distributors to ship it out after. Orders on items that are physically in stock ship out same day or next day depending on when the order comes through.

10. Do you guys accept gun trades and/or will you buy my used gun?

No. We are a dealer and we also gunsmith firearms. As a homebased business we do not have the space or customer base for used guns. There are a few exceptions for guns not made anymore, but also realize that rare doesn't always equate to valuable.

11. I just received my new gun and It looks used, as if it's been fired, what's up?

Many new firearms are test fired at the factory. You may notice residual powder, rotation marks on revolver cylinders, residual cosmoline which sometimes appears to look like rust, etc. All firearms sold as "new" are in fact new in box as received from the manufacturer or distributor and include new manufacturers warranty....no exceptions. We do not test fire any new firearms unless specifically requested by the customer. We do test fire custom builds and gun repairs.

12. Do you ship to California or build California compliant firearms?

No. We do not ship or build firearms to any gun restrictive states (see store policy for complete list).

13. What colors can you cerakote?

We have a swatch kit to help you with deciding from one of more than 160 different colors or see our color chart to pick a color you want and we will apply it.

14. How do I break in my new barrel on my custom build?

A. Shoot one round and then clean the barrel. Do this for ten rounds.

B. Shoot three rounds and then clean the barrel. Do this for fifteen rounds.

C. Shoot five rounds and then clean the barrel, once.

D. Shoot a fouler round.

E. Shoot three rounds for accuracy.

15. Why do you charge Gun Broker fees for returned items if you can get Gun Broker to drop the fees owed to them?

Because it is neither one of our fault that you cannot read my description and then bid on my items from a restricted state that is clearly spelled out in our policy as well as any of our listings. This is to make up for my time that was wasted.

16. Can I order a custom build for someone else?

Yes. The only stipulation is that we will only transfer the firearm to the person for whom it is intended and that person will also be the one to approve the build process during each step. If you intend for a build to be a surprise, that person will still be the only one allowed to have the firearm transferred to them, and anything they do not like can be fixed at your expense. Surprise!!

17. How do I purchase a silencer/suppressor or any other class III/NFA item?

A. Figure out what you want and purchase the item.

B. Purchase tax stamp ($200 fee to ATF). We will help with the form and can do finger print cards and passport photos right here so you don't have to run around town.

C. Choose how you want to file (individual, trust or corporation).

D. Finish and send paperwork (we can file it for you).

E. Wait (roughly 6-9 month wait times but could be sooner or later....basically whenever the ATF wants to approve it).

18. What's the difference between an individual, trust and corporation for NFA sales?

Individual- less paperwork but only the individual on the tax stamp is authorized to possess/store the item. Others may use it but the individual must be present at all times.

Trust- You can name multiple people on the trust, but at a cost. Trusts can also be amended. Notarized copy must be with whatever individual possesses the item at the time and they must be named on the trust. A lot more paperwork as it requires every individual to fill out the questionnaire paperwork. (We have the ability to generate trusts and notarize them in house).

Corporation- This is a little easier. All we need is the articles of incorporation of the corporation/LLC and be in good standing with the Secretary of State. All officers of the corporation/LLC need to be listed and they will all need to register as well.

19. Is it legal to own a silencer, SBR/SBS or machine gun?

Short answer is yes.

20. Is there a way to own silencers or machine guns without having to go through the ATF?

Legally speaking....NO.

21. Do you require a special license to own or purchase class III/NFA items?

No. The only criteria is you must be 21 years of age, live in a state that allows ownership and not have any felonies (same requirements as a handgun honestly).

22. What states allow silencer ownership?

AL, AR, AK, AZ, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, ND, NE, NV, NH, NM, NC, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV and WY.

23. Can I use one silencer on multiple weapons?

Yes, as long as the bore allows for the projectile to pass through. For example, you can use a silencer chambered for .308 on your 5.56 rifle, but if you have a silencer chambered for 5.56 and try to use it on a .308 you will risk serious injury, death, and damage to the firearm and silencer.

24. Is there a way to attach a silencer made for a .308 with a 5/8 X 24 thread on my 5.56 rifle with a 1/2 X 28 thread?

Yes, we offer a jump brake that will allow the silencer to be attached between the different sizes of threads offered on most standard barrels. Other suppressor brands such as GSL will actually include bi lug flash hiders to make the swap easy between guns.

25. Can I use my silencer during the waiting process?

Yes, however the item must remain here and the dealer must be present when using it. I do have a private range to use as well.

26. Now that the eForms allows me to electronically submit form 4, what do I need to do?

First you need to apply for an eForms account at https://eforms.atf.gov/login where you will register and set a pin number. It is with that pin number and login information that you will be able to electronically sign your form 4 for submission. The process is the same, just without the paperwork, and hopefully this will also reduce wait times. We assist in setting these up in house.

27. Do you teach courses for Mississippi's Enhanced Concealed Carry permits?

Yes. Our course is taught by a certified USCCA instructor and the curriculum satisfies all the requirements for the enhanced endorsement on the concealed carry permit for the state of Mississippi.

28. Do you teach any other courses?

Yes. We also teach a basic handgun course, a counter to the mass shooter course, an emergency first aid course, children's firearms safety and we also teach women's only course for the basic pistol. We are also a partnered range that will do protector academy qualifications for USCCA members. We also volunteer our time to teach Hunters Education courses.

29. Can the online only training be used to get my Enhanced Carry permit?

No. Currently the online courses do not meet the state requirements. The state only recognizes in person training and mandates 8 hours including a range qualification and 1 hour of Mississippi law. The state certificates we are mandated to use are tied to your divers license and are serialized.

30. I need repairs on a firearm, can I ship it or do I need to go through an FFL?

Yes you can ship it yourself. There are companies that require you to ship through an FFL, but we are not one of them, and legally, you are not required to. You can ship it directly to the gunsmith and once work is complete they ship directly back to you. You must include a copy of your license with the shipment so that we can properly log it in our books and ensure that the address on your license is current because that is where we will ship the firearm back to. If you use USPS make sure you fill out the PS 1508. UPS and FEDEX do not require extra paperwork. Always ship firearms :signature required".

31. Can I buy Pyrotechnics?

Our pyrotechnics require a Professional Pyrotechnic Certification (PPC) and are intended for military / law enforcement / private security training and simulation / Movie and film industry / paintball & air-soft use and similar "war activities".

32. Where can I obtain a Professional Pyrotechnic Certification (PPC)?

The PPC is online, easy and FREE. You can take the course and test at www.iwa-ppc.com

33. Can you ship pyrotechnic devices?

Technically yes, however we do not have a hazmat certification so Big Bee Bee LLC will not ship any hazmat items, which pyrotechnics fall under. Hazmat fees are also high so our best recommendation is to find local dealers to save on hazmat fees.