Do you need a background check to own a blackpowder gun or rifle in California?

Contact your local police.

Fill out a BATFE Form 4473, pass the background check, pay for the rifle.

If it uses gunpowder to launch a projectile it is considered a firearm

Yes the background check for guns is the same in every state

Can't be answered without a detailed description of all markings.

i heard felons could hunt, as long as it's with a blackpowder rifle. just from what i heard.

Yep. So long as you meet the requirements for a background check, and are at least 18 yrs old.

You can find a copy of the 4473 on the BATFE web site

Any blackpowder gun dealer should be able to help you.

In Tennessee, you will need to submit your information to a licenced dealer for a criminal background check in order to purchase a handgun. A shotgun or rifle can be acquired by anyone over the age of 18 without the need of a background check.

the reason there are two numbers on the calibre of your rifle,is that before 1900 it was used to inform the owner of 1;the calibre .38 and two;the amount of blackpowder that the case was loaded with.In this case 55grs.of blackpowder.

Blackpowder guns are exempt from the Gun Control Act of 1963. This is the law that requires a Federal Firearms License (FFL) to send guns by mail. So, no. You don't need FFL to mail black powder guns.

do you have to register a rifle in calif

California has strict gun laws and I doubt that you can legally own a 20MM rifle in California. Usually the only guns available in California are small handguns.

Yes sir. Buying all firearms nowadays requires this check to ensure we buyers aren't criminals - as if they all go to Wal-Mart and get theirs. But seriously, yes. There's a little more to the answer. If you buy a gun from a licensed dealer, you must complete a background check anywhere in the U.S. However, if you buy a gun from a individual, you are not required to complete a background check, IN MOST…

The Hopkins and Allen MOD 34 is a Tennessee style blackpowder rifle. Not much to it a basic BP rifle good for beginners. Its worth about $50-$150 depending on condition.

Reportedly the waiting time to buy a rifle is based on the time it takes a gun shop owner to do a background check on a potential buyer.

The powers that be (when I had an FFL) didn't consider blackpowder weapons . I never had to fill out papers on them. Try buying one at WalMart and see what they say

In terms of a drivers licence or state issued identification card, yes. As for a licence to buy a rifle, no. You just need to show ID, fill out the Form 4473, and be able to pass the NICS criminal background check.

at 18 you can buy any rifle or shotgun, at least in the state of florida, after a background check, and as long as you dont appear out of sound mind

In the States, a 50 caliber rifle can be acquired after filing certain tax stamps. Once the tax stamps are paid and a background check has been cleared, then a 50 caliber rifle can be purchased at some specialty gun stores.

Follow all local, state and federal laws, place ad in newspaper, put on internet auction, pawn shop, gun shop, gun show.

You need to retain a lawyer for a legal, current and correct answer.

a standard cva 50 cal will run you about 100 if you find the right dealer. i got mine for 65 at a flea market

Without a much more detailed description of your blackpowder rifle,I can only say between 100-150 dollars.If you want to resubmit your question,and include the overall condition of your rifle and the amont of original finish remaining I could give you a much better idea of it,s worth.