Single Shot Exemption Explanation/Database Thread

[Jalibass]

("Single-shotting" a revolver is likely something that is difficult if not possible nor is recommended - unless you can fabricate/install a non-rotating single shot 'slab' chamber to replace the cylinder, which is quite an effort.)

Would buying a replacement cylinder and welding all but one charge hole qualify for "Single-shotting"?

[EBR Works]

Would buying a replacement cylinder and welding all but one charge hole qualify for "Single-shotting"?

The gun would still need to be dimensionally compliant with 6" barrel and 10.5" OAL.

[97F1504RAD]

Wouldn't converting it to a single action be the best way to get a revolver?

[Jalibass]

The gun would still need to be dimensionally compliant with 6" barrel and 10.5" OAL.

Correct. The one I'm hoping for has a 7.5" barrel. Someone mentioned just inserting spent casings with silicone and calling it a day. Would this suffice?

Wouldn't converting it to a single action be the best way to get a revolver?

For a good majority of revolvers, but some aren't as easy as the S&Ws. This one for instance: Jim Hauff is a collector of H&Rs and wrote this to me:

"It can be converted to single action only - I've not done it nor am I a gunsmith, but if you remove or grind down the trigger lug projection it should be doable - you need to talk to a gunsmith about this. The H&R linkage allows one action to work if the other is disabled. The single action sear is the part that extends from the rear of the trigger guard as a small lever and is spring loaded to catch the sear notch on the hammer when that is cocked. The double action is a lug on the trigger that pushes the hammer back to achieve sear lock with the SA sear."



I've been told opening an H&R is more complicated that finding the G-spot.

[CAglock20c]

I just completed my transaction with table rock arms and lock & load gunsmithing in Lompoc, ca. Both owners are real stand up guys and made everything really easy for me. I will definitely be back to both VERY soon.

side note: for those of you in the central coast areas, Lock & Load will gladly accept transfers, however even though they are gunsmiths there as well, they just do not feel comfortable doing the single-shot conversion and the transfer.

[Unforgiven]

Anyone know what is going on with Norse Armory in Woodland. Phone is disconnected????

[1nickatnite1]

excuse the possibly dumb question but I'm just not sure after reading the thread...

"- This conversion MUST be done by an 07 FFL, or can be done by a private party (unlikely for them to have the parts) prior to shipping."

Does this mean any off list pistol I buy must go through a middle-man FFL and converted to SS BEFORE being shipped into CA? Or can a 07 FFL in CA receive the pistol as is and then convert it in state before I start DROS on it?

Thanks in advance!

[Rumline]

Just wanted to chime in to give props to Ryan at Table Rock Arms. He performed a single-shot conversion for my new S&W 1911. I had purchased the gun on Gunbroker, had the seller ship to him, and then he shipped it on to Riflegear. This was my first time buying a gun from Gunbroker and my first time going through the single-shot process, but Ryan made it about as painless as could be. There was a problem regarding the shipping but Ryan acted quickly and professionally to resolve the situation. It's easy for someone to provide good service when everything goes smoothly, but worth a lot in my book when someone goes the extra mile for a customer when stuff goes wrong. He's earned my repeat business that's for sure!

[Rumline]

[...] Or can a 07 FFL in CA receive the pistol as is and then convert it in state before I start DROS on it?

Yes, if you find one willing to do so. See the list at the top of this thread.

[Cyc Wid It]

excuse the possibly dumb question but I'm just not sure after reading the thread...

"- This conversion MUST be done by an 07 FFL, or can be done by a private party (unlikely for them to have the parts) prior to shipping."

Does this mean any off list pistol I buy must go through a middle-man FFL and converted to SS BEFORE being shipped into CA? Or can a 07 FFL in CA receive the pistol as is and then convert it in state before I start DROS on it?

Thanks in advance!

07 FFL is no longer required per the legal beagles, the OP states this as well, I should make it more clear. Note, you should DEFINITELY check with whatever shop you plan to use to make sure they are expecting your item/can do the conversion/are willing to do the conversion etc.

Forum vendor New Frontier Armory has been added to the list.

[curtisfong]

A+++ to Micheal @ EBR Works in thousand oaks.

They are an 07FFL and will do everything you need *including* ordering whatever firearm you want, renting the kit you need, turnkey, no fuss, no mess.

[lileddie]

Drove down to San Diego area from the IE to D.A.S. Direct Action Solutions to pick up my FNP45 tactical in coyote! Nobody had em' he got mine got a sick deal no BS they carry the unusual stuff. Gonna pick it up in 9 days! can't wait! Give Colby a call their website is directactionsolutions.net Nobody beats these guys and they've got the easy way into single shot exemption with out all the non sense would rather have you guys call than me give the info

[totus44]

New here...thanks for all the info. But can I get a clear, step by step explanation of the entire process? I'm in the market for a Gen4 Glock 17 and live in San Diego. I've never purchased a gun in CA, but transferred several when I moved into this state back in '91.

I know to start with the HSC...what next? (Thanks in advance.)

[mike452]

Any 07FFL in SoCal that will do bull barrel 1911 conversion? I'm thinking STI 5" bull barrel.

I only know of Get a Gun in Bakersfield.

[Cyc Wid It]

New here...thanks for all the info. But can I get a clear, step by step explanation of the entire process? I'm in the market for a Gen4 Glock 17 and live in San Diego. I've never purchased a gun in CA, but transferred several when I moved into this state back in '91.

I know to start with the HSC...what next? (Thanks in advance.)

If you want to source the gun yourself, then you find a dealer who will do the transfer and conversion for you from the list. They will probably charge some sort of fee for this on top of the transfer fee. What may be easier is buying the gun directly from the dealer doing the conversion, since you won't have to deal with explaining the process to a vendor who doesn't know about the law. Either way you will then DROS the gun in single shot exempt form. After you take possession, you can convert it back to standard form.