how old do u have to be in order to buy a gun???
2007-02-08 09:24:39 · 14 answers · asked by . 4 in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Hunting
It depends on the state and locality you live. Some states are 18 for a long gun, 21 for a handgun. Indiana and Colorado are 18 for either. New Mexico is 19 for handgun, possibly some other states are less than 21 for handgun as well.
The link below will show you the laws for each state, just click on the state to see regulations.
http://www.nraila.org/GunLaws/
2007-02-08 10:08:40 · answer #1 · answered by bferg 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some states it is 18 others 21
2007-02-08 17:35:53 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
18 or 21
2007-02-08 17:32:05 · answer #3 · answered by Ken F 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most states 18 for long guns(rifle,shotgun) and 21 for handguns. Black powder fire arms do not fall under this. Some states require you to be 18 to buy ammo that is typically chambered in handguns.
elderadod; I don't know were you got your info. But the last time i checked 44-40 and 45 Colts were cartridge fire arms. Not cap and ball.
2007-02-09 07:25:17 · answer #4 · answered by David L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
18 yrs old for rifle and shotgun and 21 for a pistol or revolver. One that you can load a shell into. You can buy a black powder pistol at 18 with no paper work. You know, the guns of the old west 44 40's and 45 long colt and 41 cal that are loaded with powder in the cylinder and a firing cap to ignite the charge with a round ball for a bullit
2007-02-08 23:34:10 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Depends on the state but usually 18 for a rifle and 21 for a handgun
2007-02-08 17:31:52 · answer #6 · answered by Love always, Kortnei 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe that there is a federal requirement to be 18 to purchase a long gun and 21 for a handgun. Some states will also have a state requirement to be 21 to purchase a long gun.
Good luck
2007-02-09 18:01:35 · answer #7 · answered by Christopher H 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
18 in most states might be 21 in others in
2007-02-09 09:53:29 · answer #8 · answered by awdedaws 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Virginia- 21..probably most states are 21
Of course, age only matters when you buy a gun from a licensed dealer
2007-02-08 23:07:10 · answer #9 · answered by MIKE L 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Depends on your state. A pistol or a revolver 21 years of age.
2007-02-11 20:52:09 · answer #10 · answered by Mark T 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋