FFL Transfers in Colorado Springs: $45 + $15 Background Check
Short answer: an FFL transfer at any Acme Pawn location costs $45 plus the $15 CBI background check fee — $15 for each additional firearm on the same transfer, and $5 off with military ID. Bought a gun on GunBroker, Armslist, or from an out-of-state dealer? Have it shipped to us and we'll handle the federal paperwork, run your background check, and call you when it's ready.
Transfer Fees — No Surprises
Transfer pricing is posted here because you shouldn't have to call four dealers to compare. One flat fee, one state background check fee, done:
FFL Transfer
Per transfer, first firearm. Covers receiving your shipment, ATF Form 4473, logbook entry, and your CBI Instacheck.
Additional Firearms
Multiple guns on one order? Each additional firearm on the same 4473 is $15 — one background check covers the batch.
Military Discount
Active duty, reserve, and veterans — thank you. Show your military ID at pickup.
How an FFL Transfer Works
Buying Online? Select Acme Pawn as Your Transfer Dealer
GunBroker: find us in GunBroker's FFL Dealer Network and select your nearest Acme Pawn location as the transfer dealer at checkout — the seller ships directly to us.
Armslist and private out-of-state sellers: download your location's FFL license below and send it to the seller yourself — or have them contact us directly. Sellers won't ship to an individual — that's federal law, and it's exactly what the transfer service is for.
Out-of-state dealer purchases: any licensed dealer can ship to us. Handguns must transfer through a Colorado FFL if you're a Colorado resident — long guns often can too, and it's usually the simplest route.
Four Transfer Counters in Colorado Springs
Every Acme Pawn location is a licensed FFL dealer — pick whichever counter is closest:
Acme Pawn Original
2311 E Platte Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Platte Ave / Platte Place
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This Location
Acme Pawn North
3955 N Academy Blvd
Colorado Springs, CO 80917
Austin Bluffs / N Academy Blvd
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This Location
Acme Pawn East
4064 Palmer Park Blvd
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Palmer Park Blvd / N Academy Blvd
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This Location
Acme Super Pawn
427 N Chelton Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
E Platte Ave / Chelton Rd
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This LocationFrequently Asked Questions
How much is an FFL transfer in Colorado Springs?
At Acme Pawn: $45 per transfer plus the $15 CBI background check fee. Each additional firearm on the same transfer is $15, and military ID gets $5 off.
How long does an FFL transfer take?
The counter visit takes about 20 minutes. Colorado requires a three-day waiting period from when your background check starts before you can take the firearm home — see our CBI background check guide.
What do I need to bring?
A valid government-issued photo ID with your current address. You'll complete ATF Form 4473 at the counter and we'll run your CBI Instacheck.
Can you receive a gun I bought on GunBroker or Armslist?
Yes — select your nearest Acme Pawn location as the transfer dealer, or have the seller contact us for a copy of our FFL license.
Do you handle private person-to-person transfers too?
Yes. Colorado law requires private sales to go through an FFL. $75 total: a $15 CBI background check, a $10 private-transfer fee (the Colorado maximum) and a $50 secure storage and custody fee for the mandatory three-day (72-hour) hold. Details on our private gun sale page.
What happens if my background check is denied or delayed?
A delay isn't a denial — CBI sometimes needs extra days to research a record. If you're denied and believe it's a mistake, you can appeal within 30 days; we'll give you the reference number you need. Full details on our background check page.
Ready to Start Your Transfer?
Call your nearest location before you buy and we'll walk you through it — or just give the seller our info and come see us when it arrives.