Firearm Transfers Made Easy
Transparent Pricing.
Local Support.
No Surprises.
Whether you’re buying from another dealer or transferring an NFA item, TSS handles it all with clear pricing and no confusion.
Transfers at TSS
Want to avoid a $65 transfer fee?
TSS offers Special Orders — let us source the firearm for you directly and skip the extra fees.
Call 610-910-0100 or email specialorder@tssretail.com to learn more.
Dealer-to-Dealer Transfer
Fee: $65 per firearm
How it works:
Ask the sending dealer to email warehouse@tssretail.com to request our FFL and provide a copy of their license.
A TSS associate will contact you once the item is received. Please wait for our notification before arriving.
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID (driver’s license or equivalent). You’ll complete paperwork and a background check on-site.
If the background check is denied, the $65 fee and return shipping still apply.
NFA Transfers (Silencer, SBS, SBR)
Fee: $200 per item
No fee if processed through Silencer Shop
How it works:
TSS facilitates NFA transfers for silencers, short-barreled rifles, and short-barreled shotguns.
If using Silencer Shop, you pay their fees directly — TSS will not charge a fee.
After your ATF tax stamp is approved, wait for an email from warehouse@tssretail.com before coming in to complete final paperwork and pick up your item.
Private Party Transfers (Handguns)
Fee: $65 per firearm
How it works:
The recipient must be a Pennsylvania resident. Both parties must be present with valid photo ID (driver’s license or government-issued).
A TSS associate will assist with paperwork and conduct a background check on the recipient.
If the background check is denied, the firearm cannot be transferred — but the $65 fee still applies.
Long Gun Transfers
Fee: $65 per firearm (if TSS facilitates)
Details:
Long guns may be transferred directly between eligible individuals in Pennsylvania with background checks.
If you’d like TSS to handle the process, we’ll complete the background check and paperwork for $65.
We recommend completing a “Pennsylvania Firearm Bill of Sale” for your records — available at TSS or any PA State Police location.
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Transfer Questions Answered
When can I come pick up my transfer?
Please wait until we notify you that your item is ready. Once contacted, you can schedule a time to come in and complete the transfer process.
What do I need to bring with me for a transfer?
You’ll need a valid government-issued photo ID (like a driver’s license or state-issued ID). Both parties must be present for private party handgun transfers.
How do I request a firearm transfer?
You or the sending dealer should email warehouse@tssretail.com to request a copy of our FFL. If you’re the buyer, please wait until we notify you that the item has arrived before coming in.
What happens if my background check is delayed or denied?
TSS uses the PICS system (Pennsylvania Instant Check System). In some cases, results may take up to 15 days.
If your background check is denied, the transfer will be canceled—but you are still responsible for the transfer fee and any return shipping costs.
Do I have to be a Pennsylvania resident to use TSS for transfers?
In most cases, yes—you must be a PA resident to receive a firearm via transfer at TSS.
However, out-of-state buyers may be eligible depending on the type of item and transfer laws. Contact us directly for clarification.
How much does a transfer cost?
Dealer-to-dealer transfers: $65 per firearm
Private party handgun transfers: $65 per firearm
NFA transfers (SBS, SBR, suppressor): $200 unless using Silencer Shop
Long guns: $65 if TSS facilitates the background check
Can I avoid the transfer fee?
Yes — ask about our Special Order service. If we source the firearm for you directly, the $65 transfer fee does not apply.
Do you transfer NFA items like silencers or short-barreled rifles?
Yes. We handle NFA transfers for silencers, short-barreled shotguns (SBS), and short-barreled rifles (SBR).
If you purchase through Silencer Shop, you’ll pay them directly and TSS won’t charge a fee.