What is a Firearm Bill of Sale?

A Firearm Bill of Sale is a document that records the private sale of a firearm between a seller and a buyer. It captures who the parties are, identifies the specific firearm being transferred (by make, model, caliber, serial number, and barrel length), sets out the purchase price and payment terms, and notes the date ownership passes to the buyer. The document also includes standard representations from each party — the seller about lawful ownership and clear title, and the buyer about their eligibility under applicable law to receive and possess the firearm. Once signed, it serves as written evidence that the transfer took place and on what terms.

When People Use It?

• A private seller is selling a firearm to another individual
• A buyer wants a written record of the firearm they received
• The parties want a written record showing the date ownership changed hands
• A seller wants written confirmation that the buyer received the firearm in its current condition
• The parties want a record of the seller's representations about ownership and any liens
• The parties want a record of the buyer's representations about eligibility under applicable law

Why People Use It?

• For a written record of who owned the firearm before and after the sale
• For documentation of the exact firearm transferred, including its serial number
• For a record of the purchase price
• For a clear date from which the buyer holds the rights and responsibilities for the firearm
• For the seller's written confirmation about ownership and liens
• For the buyer's written confirmation about eligibility under applicable law
• For written evidence of the transfer if either party needs it later

What the Template Gives You?

• A parties section that captures identifying details for the seller and buyer, including names, addresses, dates of birth, contact details, and government-issued ID information
• A firearm description section covering type, make, model, caliber, serial number, barrel length, and any included accessories
• A purchase price and payment section with multiple payment method and status options
• A transfer of ownership clause that sets the date rights and responsibilities pass to the buyer
• An "as-is" condition clause with standard warranty disclaimers
• Seller representations covering lawful ownership, accurate information, the condition of the serial number, and disclosure of any liens
• Buyer representations covering legal age and eligibility under federal law, with reference to the federal prohibited categories in 18 U.S.C. § 922(g) and (n)
• A compliance acknowledgement noting that federal, state, and local law may apply, that interstate private transfers are restricted under federal law, and that firearms regulated under the National Firearms Act follow a separate federal transfer process
• Standard governing law, entire agreement, and severability clauses
• An additional terms section for any further arrangements between the parties
• Signature blocks for the seller, buyer, and an optional witness
• An optional notary acknowledgement page