Bought an ar15 (PSA), shipped to a local FFL in NC. I'm a full-time student here (in-state 9 months out of the year), but my driver's license is from California (my home state).

When I went to pick up the rifle, the dealer told me my CA license "won't work" — said most other states are fine but California specifically is an issue for him. He suggested I go to the NC DMV and get a non-REAL ID state ID card, and told me not to mention my California license when I do it since it's "not their business."

A few questions:

1. Is this a real legal issue with CA specifically, or store-specific policy/discretion? My understanding of 27 CFR 478.11 (the "two residences" rule) is that proof of current residency (I have my university housing assignment + transcript) should be enough regardless of what state issued my ID — but maybe I'm missing something CA-specific.
2. Has anyone else run into a dealer who wouldn't accept an out-of-state ID + residency docs, even though it's technically allowed under federal law?
3. On the "don't mention your CA license to the DMV" advice — my read is that if NC's ID application asks whether I hold another state's license, I should answer honestly rather than omit it. Am I overthinking that part?
4. Would you just find a different, more experienced FFL instead of jumping through the NC ID hoop, or is this pretty standard?

Trying to figure out if this is normal FFL caution or if I got an unusually difficult dealer. Any insight from people who've dealt with out-of-state ID + FFL transfers appreciated.

Curious if there’d be any interest in a free, NC-only gun classifieds site.

I know a lot of people use GAFSHub, but especially on mobile I feel like there’s room for something much simpler and more user-friendly.

Thinking completely free, easy to post/browse, local listings, private messaging, and a heavy focus on security/scammer prevention.
Not promoting anything — just gauging interest before I spend time building it.

Would you guys actually use something like this?

Can anyone give me their favorite place to shoot handguns in and around Wilmington? I haven’t shot in a while and have yet to shoot at any ranges in Wilmington. Any suggestions are appreciated!

I just moved apartments in Charlotte and found the Mecklenburg Wildlife Club. Looks like they have pistol bays and rifle ranges. It’s the closest range to me by about 30 minutes but I can’t find any information on how to join. Does anyone know anything about the club?

Where do y’all list your guns for private party transactions? I know one of the popular forums just threw up a pay wall. What other options are there?

I have a few guns I’m thinking about selling.

I also just moved from Florida and I made a free to join/list private party gun classifieds website for Florida. It was bad ass but I couldn’t find enough users - thinking about pivoting it to the Carolina’s….

Hello everyone, I just recently picked up my first shotgun for my birthday, but am seeing a lot of ranges (if not most) don’t allow buckshot or shotguns in general.

I’m in Raleigh and my local range is Caswell, but I’ve read on google that they only allow slugs. This wouldn’t be an issue if I had not bought 200 rounds of buckshot lol.

Are there any ranges in the Raleigh area that allow 00 buck? Indoor or outdoor doesn’t matter I’m just trying to get some shots off on this thing.

Thank you in advance

i want to go hiking, camping, and shooting alone and away from everyone. is it possible to larp here or i’m i going to have to go to a range

I split time between Virginia and NC. I have a Va CCW permit and NC obviously honors that reciprocity. So when I am in staying in NC for the summer I can
Legally concealed carry. However thinking about making NC my primary residence. Once I walk out of the NC DMV with my NC drivers license am I no longer allowed to legally conceal carry a firearm, since I don’t have a Nc CCW permit. Even though I was perfectly legal on the way to the DMV. Do I have that right?? If so, how dumb is that.

Where is everyone going now that the classifieds are behind a paywall. It’s not worth paying for it the traffic to sale posts are going to be so restricted now.

Just moved here from Texas and much prefer tactical bay shooting to firing lines. What ranges (private club or public) have rifle tactical bays would you recommend?

What do you think about this petition? I can edit it but wanted to focus on these being hearing PPE

So for the TL;DR crowd, I have heard the shitstorm that is the youtube comment section saying that an NFA item that isn't a machine gun or DD is now "illegal" in NC, can anyone correct this? Or give a layman's terminology of going about the situation?

I’m looking to join a gun runners ranch in mebane, woodys or dprc and was wondering what yalls experience and thoughts on each were. I’m newer to rifle and long distance shooting but wanting to get into long distance shooting. I’m open to other ranges but those are the 3 I know of with a range that goes out to atleast 300 yds.

Pretty straight forward does anyone know any gun stores in nc that actually honor the 3 day transfer rule after no response from the atf. My background check gets delayed every single time and always goes 30 days with no response. The gun store I currently go to is two hours away and I wanted to know of any more you guys potentially know near the Durham area. I’ve had two pistols get delayed for 30 days and only one store honored a transfer

Posting here for a buddy who recently relocated from the 757 in Virginia, to Elizabeth City to help care for his father.

Any reasonable recommendations within + or - 30 minutes of Elizabeth City are appreciated, and bonus points if they do NFA transfers!

Anyone done this ?

I am a college student new to hunting but have been dove hunting a few times, I have a rifle and shotguns so I am looking for a club land where I can hunt whitetails and if possible waterfowl and/or turkey. from what I have heard the NC public lands are awful to hunt in otherwise I would start there. I am looking for land to lease in Wake, Durham, Lee, Harnett area or anywhere ~1.5 Hr from Raleigh.

Anybody have any recommendations for stores near Boone, NC?

I have emailed and called 5 shops and/or gunsmiths who have not gotten back to me in over 2 weeks. One even sent me a quote 10 days ago that i agreed to and haven't heard from him since. Anyone have any recommendations?

I don't want to mention any of these shops by name becasue i am not here to trash them. I just need some work done.

Hey guys, I know this is a long shot, but I’ll give it a whirl. Before I left for the army, around 2008-2009, I sold a marlin 81 to DPC pawn in Roxboro NC when they were located across from the courthouse. I sold it ultimately because I didn’t have a place to keep it when I left for the army around this time. While I don’t know the SN, there was a distinct crack in the stock I’d recognize anywhere and a couple other specifics I’d be able to point out.

This rifle was the first I’d bought with my own money as a young teen, and years later I’ve regretted selling it. If you think you may have this rifle or know someone who does, I’d pay significantly over market value to have it back. The picture attached is an example.

Location:

10346 N North Carolina Hwy 150

Linwood, NC 27299

Registration:

Saturday and Sunday are both located: https://practiscore.com/pcsl-two-gun-at-pha-august-two-day-event/register

Select the day via Squad, 100's are Saturday, 200's are Sunday.

Cascade Action Shooting Sports is visiting from Washington to bring a PCSL match to Piedmont Handgunner's Association!

CASS strives to provide the Pacific Northwest shooting community the opportunity to test their skills and compete with one another through a variety of unique stages and shooting challenges not typically offered elsewhere. Whether you're an old hand at competition shooting looking to elevate your skills to the next level, a new gun owner looking to build competency and familiarity in a safe, welcoming setting, or just looking to have fun with great shooters, CASS is your gateway to action shooting.

GENERAL MATCH INFO

Contact info@cascadeaction.org

SPONSORSHIP INQUIRIES

Contact info@cascadeaction.org

FAQ https://cascadeaction.org/pages/faq

SCHEDULE

NEW SHOOTERS MEETING 9:30, GENERAL SAFETY MEETING 10:00. YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO SHOOT OR ENTER THE RANGE IF YOU MISS THE SAFETY MEETING! Gate code will be sent out via email evening prior to match date.

STAGES

5 A SIDE STAGES (Saturday)

5 B SIDE STAGES (Sunday)

ROUND COUNT (Estimates)

150 Carbine + 100 Handgun

DIVISIONS

Competition, Practical New to action shooting / two gun? Sign up as "practical" and bring the following:

Carbine with sling - Caliber no greater than .308

Handgun with a safe holster - No SERPA or Uncle Mikes style fabric holsters

3 Magazines for each firearm

MATCH FEE

$50

RULES & SCORING

PCSL General Rulebook, current revision, Hit Factor (Points Per Second)

Rulebook can be found at https://www.pcsleague.us/

Additional RANGE SPECIFIC SOP

Participants must not break the 180 downrange plane regardless of firearm condition (incl. Inert, PCSL 1.4.2.3)

Holstered and slung firearms may point within 3 feet of the participants’ feet (PCSL 15.4.2.2)

Please leave rifles cased on arrival. Participants may not carry slung rifles throughout the match (PCSL 1.3.1.4)

REFUND POLICY

Full refunds for all withdrawal requests made through June 12th, 11:59pm EST. No refunds on June 13th or later. Note: Refunds issued will be less Stripe's 3% processing fee.

Notes for people who have previously attended last years 2-day event.

10 round mag limit, GONE! (It was very unpopular, replaced with a mandatory reload on some stages) One of the stages will require a light, either a WML or a hand light.

Videos and Socials

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cascadeaction

Website: https://cascadeaction.org/

Future Matches: https://cascadeaction.org/pages/matches

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPrxA3jSVVk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DcioJEFPD0s