Abulg1972
Ultimate Member
"indefinite" simply means "not defined". No one here seems to know when the OP will return the gun to his parents, so that seems "not defined" to me.
As discussed previously, ATF says a loan is ok even between residents of different states as long as both state laws are followed. If, for example, this Sig had an 11+ round magazine, then the OP could not accept the loan post Oct 2013.
So as long as the OP realizes it's a temporarily LOAN and intends on returning it to his parents at some point, everyone can sleep soundly and not get their panties in a wad.
I think we ALL agree this is the only way to go if the OP finds he enjoys using the pistol for his sporting purposes and wants to transfer ownership properly and permanently. Nod your head in agreement, OP
You guys can do what you want - it's your freedom and collection.
But ... Where do you see the word "indefinite" anywhere in the statute? It's bad advice, period. Whatever definition you give it, it doesn't mean "temporary" as that word is used in the statute. That section of the GCA was intended to permit a short-term transfer so that the recipient could use the firearm for a lawful sporting purpose . . . and then give it back. I promise you it was not intended to cover a parent giving a firearm to his son and asking to get it back "whenever".
In real life, when you don't post facts that could land you in the clink, no one cares how long you've had your dad's firearm. We're not dealing with that fact pattern here.
