Gun Transfer
Gun Transfer started with a simple problem: private firearm sales in America lacked a safe, legal way to verify both parties and document the transaction. Founded by Randall Gorham in his hometown of Ogden, Utah, the service helps gun owners navigate private sales without federal firearms dealer inv...
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Gun Transfer started with a simple problem: private firearm sales in America lacked a safe, legal way to verify both parties and document the transaction. Founded by Randall Gorham in his hometown of Ogden, Utah, the service helps gun owners navigate private sales without federal firearms dealer involvement.
The process takes three straightforward steps:
1. Enter Your Information - Provide name, address, birthdate, contact info, and basic gun details (if selling). Invite the other party via email or phone. Both buyer and seller create accounts.
2. Verify Both Parties - Gun Transfer's algorithms verify identity, conduct state residency checks, and run background searches across federal, state, and county records. Standard verification takes 2-3 minutes. Complex records requiring manual review may take up to 3 business days.
3. Complete the Transfer - Generate a digital bill of sale with one-click signing and secure digital signatures. You get state-specific documentation and a lifetime digital record.
211 transfers denied so far—Gun Transfer actively prevents ineligible buyers from purchasing firearms.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Identity Verification | Both buyer and seller confirmed |
| Background Checks | Federal, state, and county criminal records |
| Alias Search | Catches buyers using alternate names |
| Sex Offender Registry | Comprehensive screening |
| State Residency Check | Ensures legal in-state transfers |
| Digital Bill of Sale | State-compliant documentation |
| Lifetime Record | Proof of lawful transfer forever |
| Availability | 42 states supported |
- •Basic transfer: $50
- •Transfer with background check: $50
- •3 transfers with background checks: $120
For Sellers: - Reduce liability by proving the buyer is legally eligible to own firearms - Rest assured you didn't sell to a criminal or prohibited person - Create documentation that clears your name if a gun is ever used in a crime or reported stolen - Three-step mobile or desktop process
For Buyers: - Verify the seller actually owns the firearm - Confirm the gun wasn't previously used in a crime - Keep your personal information private—not reported to government - No FFL involvement means no federal tracking
"No responsible gun owner wants to see his or her gun used in a crime. Access to guns is important — safety is critical."
Unlike gun dealers, Gun Transfer is not a Federal Firearms Licensed dealer (FFL). This means:
- •No government reporting of your transaction
- •Private ownership records kept confidential
- •Neither party nor government sees gun details
- •Basic contact info only appears on the bill of sale after verification
Used guns represent 40-50% of annual firearm sales—significantly lower than the used car market (70%). The private used gun market has been constrained by legal uncertainty and buyer concerns. Gun Transfer aims to expand this market by making private sales easier, safer, and legally compliant.
Randall Gorham founded Gun Transfer in Ogden to support 2nd Amendment rights while promoting responsible gun ownership. The team supports private gun ownership as a constitutional right and believes buyers and sellers need access to tools that keep transactions legal without unnecessary government involvement.
Contact: - Phone: 855-750-5500 - Email: [email protected] - Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm - Location: Ogden, Utah