Whats up with this.

[Brian Dick]

They may be under the impression that because they are parts for an 1894 Carbine, the parts are considered antique and therefore not subject to import/export law. Just a guess, Either way they're WRONG! This stuff gives me constant entertainment considering I spend half my life buried in the paperwork required to do these type exports.

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[Buccaneer]

They may be under the impression that because they are parts for an 1894 Carbine, the parts are considered antique and therefore not subject to import/export law. Just a guess, Either way they're WRONG! This stuff gives me constant entertainment considering I spend half my life buried in the paperwork required to do these type exports.

I have sent the seller a message to point out the error of his ways, it will be interesting to see how this one progresses. I hope ebay's greed does not make life even more difficult for those of us who play by the rules...

[JerryB08]

yes they def changed their viewing on gun parts unless it's an AK 47 but people get around that, The parts go for a fortune. But there are some good deals. Like K98 Bolts and such.

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I have ran across a few receivers on there that were obviously illegal to sell. one was a early 1900's .32 revolver. I don't know if they just had not caught it yet or didn't know.

[Buccaneer]

They may be under the impression that because they are parts for an 1894 Carbine, the parts are considered antique and therefore not subject to import/export law. Just a guess, Either way they're WRONG! This stuff gives me constant entertainment considering I spend half my life buried in the paperwork required to do these type exports.

I have had a reply from the seller and you are quite right Brian he believes that because of the pre 1898 rule he is ok, I have replied and again pointed out that while he my be able to sell these items in the US he would be breaking the law if he tries to export them to the UK

[muffett.2008]

Placed a couple of these on my watch list, one I would'nt mind myself, if the price is reasonable I might have a slash at it to see how it manages to get to me and if I need to fill out import papers, could be interesting.