CUSTOM DEFENSE FIREARMS LLC
Incoming & Outgoing Transfers
Whether it's a handgun from GunBroker, a rifle from Palmetto, or an NFA item coming in on a Form 3, we handle the receiving, paperwork, and pickup.
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Order from any online retailer — GunBroker, Palmetto State Armory, Brownells, and more. Have it shipped to us.
Online Purchases
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Long guns can be purchased across state lines, handguns must go through an FFL. We handle both.
Out-of-State Buys
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Suppressors, SBRs, SBSs, AOWs. Licensed Class III dealer — we can receive your Form 3 or Form 4 items.
NFA Transfers
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Need to ship a firearm to another FFL? We'll package it and ship FedEx with signature confirmation and insurance.
Outgoing Shipments
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Buying or selling a firearm person-to-person? Run the transfer through us for a documented NICS-verified hand-off.
Private Party Transfers
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Active Duty at Fort Cavazos without a Texas ID? Bring your Orders, Military ID, DL, and address verification — we'll make it work.
Military-Friendly
How It Works
The FFL Transfer Process
A standard incoming transfer is simple — the only thing we need from you up front is to know the firearm is on the way.
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Email Us
Email us at customdefensefirearms@gmail.com or ltran@customdefensefirearms.com so we can send our FFL to the seller/shipper.
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We Receive It
Your firearm arrives at our shop. We log it into our bound book and notify you that it's ready for pickup.
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Come In to Pickup
Bring your ID, fill out your 4473, and we run your background check through NICS. Most clear instantly.
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Take It Home
Once NICS clears, pay the transfer fee and walk out with your firearm. Fast, friendly, by the book.
FFL Transfer Fees
What Customers Say
"Sent my Glock slide from Florida. Got it back in 10 days looking better than I imagined. The camo pattern was flawless. Will be sending more."
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"Best Cerakote shop near Fort Cavazos, hands down. Fast turnaround, fair pricing, and the quality is outstanding. Long does right by the military community."
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4.9 on Google • 100+ Reviews
"Had my AR and two pistols done. Every single one came back perfect. No shortcuts, no excuses. This is the real deal."
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Nationwide Service
Mail Your Firearm From Anywhere in the Country
Not local? We accept mail-in orders from all 50 states. As a licensed FFL and Class III manufacturer, your firearm is in safe, insured hands from the moment it arrives.
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Request a Quote
Tell us what you need. Include photos if you can. We respond within 24 hours.
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Ship to Our FFL
We provide shipping instructions and a pre-paid return label option.
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We Do the Work
Same quality as walk-in customers. Progress photos throughout.
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Insured Return Shipping
Your custom firearm ships back fully insured, ready to go.
FFL Licensed
Fully Insured
ClassIII Mfg
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