Sell Guns New York
Published: June 25, 2024 | Updated: February 14, 2026
Sell Your Gun in New York - Fast, Legal & Hassle-Free
We purchase firearms statewide from New York City to Buffalo — through a fully licensed, online process designed to make selling your firearm simple, documented and compliant with New York’s strict transfer rules.
Trusted by 40,000+ sellers · 860+ Google reviews · Over $4.5M paid out to users
We have purchased 175 firearms from sellers across New York through our streamlined, fully licensed online process.
New York is not a “parking lot meetup” state. Most transfers must be processed through a licensed dealer with a background check, and requirements can vary by county and city. We provide a documented offer based on current market demand then handle the dealer-to-dealer transfer, shipping instructions and clear chain of custody end to end so you can sell without guessing at paperwork or local process.
Recent examples of firearms we purchased from New York sellers
Reviews from New York Sellers
Major New York metros we serve
If you can ship a package from New York, you can sell directly to us.
- New York City
- Buffalo
- Rochester
- Yonkers
- Syracuse
- Albany
- New Rochelle
- Mount Vernon
- Schenectady
- Utica
- White Plains
- Troy
- Niagara Falls
- Binghamton
- Hempstead
- Freeport
We specialize in assessing and buying high-value collections and estates from New York residents, including WWII Collectibles, Machine Guns and Pre-Ban Firearms.
Compare your options
Ways to sell a gun in New York
Most sellers in New York compare local shops, pawn shops, auctions and private sales. The tradeoffs usually come down to price, time and legal responsibility. Below is a quick breakdown, plus a side-by-side comparison.
Local gun shops
- • Fast in-person option
- • Offers depend on current inventory
- • You may need to visit many shops
Pawn shops
- • Very fast
- • Lowest typical offers
- • Limited firearm expertise
Auctions / consignment
- • Weeks to months to complete sale
- • Commissions reduce final payout
- • No guaranteed sale price
Private sale
- • Must meet buyers in person
- • Highest legal compliance risk
- • Time spent listing and negotiating
WeBuyGuns.com
Licensed online buyer
- • No listings or stranger meetups
- • Free shipping & clear instructions
- • Licensed, compliant process
- • Fast payment
Our process for firearm sellers in New York
Our process is designed to help New York sellers complete a legally compliant, documented sale with clear steps fast offer turnaround and fast payment.
- Tell us what you have
- Use our offer submission form. Share the make, model and condition, along with photos of the firearm, optics, accessories and any markings that affect value.
- Get a fast and free offer
- We review the details and provide a written offer based on the firearm, configuration and current demand, usually within 24 hours.
- Ship with clear instructions
- If you accept our offer, we provide a prepaid shipping label and clear, step-by-step instructions so your firearm is packaged and shipped correctly.
- Get paid quickly
- Once received and inspected, we issue payment using the method selected during checkout and finalize the documented transfer.
Have questions about the process, how to get started, or your specific firearms?
Call us at (317) 804-8713
Our track record
We are trusted by firearm sellers nationwide
Sell with confidence — no hassle and no hidden fees. Our streamlined process has facilitated thousands of firearms transactions nationwide, paying out over $4.5 million to users on our platform.
- Sellers on the platform
- 40,000+
- Paid out to sellers
- $4.5 Million
- We purchase firearms and ensure compliance in every state, including New York
- Fast nationwide service
- All transactions are handled by firearms professionals to ensure legal compliance
- Licensed FFL with a class 3 SOT
What our most recent customers have to say
Super fast payment
Always fair with no shenanigans
Done three, likely will again.. Did again, made it four. Still good.
As usual well done, although I believe the offer cou;d have been a little bit higher....
Fourth sale, would do again. Smooth operation, excellent follow-up from Chris...
Excellent program, well run....
Frequently asked questions
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- Is selling my firearm to WeBuyGuns.com legal in New York?
- Yes. We are a federally licensed firearms dealer located in the state of Indiana. You, the seller, are covered under our license just as you would be if you walked into our store. There are no laws preventing you from selling your firearm to us.
- Can I sell a firearm I do not have the original box or paperwork?
- Yes. In most cases we only need clear photos and accurate details so we can make a documented offer. If anything else is needed, we will tell you during the review.
- How long are offers good for?
- Offers are valid for 14 days.
- Does WeBuyGuns.com purchase multiple firearms, collections or estates?
- Absolutely! Once firearm information has been submitted, you will have the ability to submit additional firearms for review and offers. These firearms will be viewable from your user panel, which you access from your initial offer email. If you have a large number of firearms or an estate, it is best to contact us directly (to save you time).
- How do I get paid?
- We will either send you a check, or we will issue the funds via a secure ACH direct deposit. During the offer approval process, you will tell us which method of payment you prefer.
- What if I inherited firearms and don’t know much about them?
- Inherited firearms are common. You can start by sending photos or a simple list of items and we’ll help identify what you have, explain what affects value and guide you through the next steps before anything is shipped.
- In New York, do private firearm sales have to go through a dealer and background check?
- In most cases, yes. New York generally requires private transfers to be processed through a licensed dealer so a background check can be performed. Selling directly to a licensed dealer like WeBuyGuns.com is a straightforward way to stay compliant because the transfer and records are handled through the FFL process.
- Do I need a Semi-Automatic Rifle License to sell a semi-auto rifle in New York?
- A Semi-Automatic Rifle License is required to purchase or take ownership of a semiautomatic rifle in New York (for acquisitions on or after September 4, 2022) but selling to an FFL is still the cleanest compliant path regardless of licensing questions. If anything about the configuration or eligibility needs to be confirmed, we will tell you before anything ships.
- I inherited a handgun in New York. Can I sell it without getting stuck in a long local permit process?
- Handguns in New York are heavily regulated and many counties treat inheritance transfers as paperwork-heavy. Selling directly to a licensed dealer is often the simplest way to create a documented, compliant transfer and avoid the uncertainty of trying to navigate a person-to-person path. Send photos and details and we will guide you on the cleanest route before shipping.