Firearms are a valuable item to own. They retain their value and sometimes even go up in value. As a result, they are also an ideal item to pawn when you are in need of quick cash. However, before you decide to pawn your firearms, you may want to consider the following:

1.Family heirlooms. Firearms are often passed down from one generation to the next. If you are considering pawning an heirloom, you need to consider the fact that you may not be able to pay your loan back. Before you pawn an heirloom, you’ll want to think about whether you can pay your loan back and if not, can you part with your heirloom firearm?

2.Background checks and other requirements. You will have to undergo a Federal background check as well as any additional state requirements for the purchase of a firearm before you are able to redeem your firearms. Be sure to discuss the process at your local pawn shop prior to pawning your firearms.

3.Pawn or sell? Many people have old firearms sitting around their home that they will never use. If you have firearms that you will never use, you may want to consider selling them to your pawn shop. Why take up space in your home if you can sell the firearms and go home with extra cash in your pocket?

Whether you are looking to pawn or sell your firearms, you will want to carefully consider your decision. Firearms can often hold sentimental value and sometimes the money is not worth the loss of a family heirloom. However, if you need the cash, pawning a firearm can provide you with the perfect way to secure some quick cash. In those cases where the firearms in your home are taking up space, you may simply decide to sell them to your pawn shop. At Hat City Pawn, we buy and sell firearms, including rifles and shotguns.