mod please delete

[richca]

for deletion

[sealocan]

without photos that's going to be hard because it's just your description there's no markings. it's just not enough to go on.
but be careful with cane guns because they are restricted in California and maybe even federally as well. I'm not a lawyer so I can't be sure.
I suggest you check out the Calguns foundation Wiki information pages that I'll post a link to below.
if you look around that site you might be able to judge whether you are even legally able to sell or own that.

my other suggestion would be going to some sites web sites that a specificly for cane gun collectors.

http://wiki.calgunsfoundation.org/Main_Page

this may be one of those realy cool finds that everyone wants but no one can legally own.

my last wild thought is to donate to a firearms or history type museum and get a tax donation receipt or possibly some small compensation.

good luck.

[Capybara]

If it is 1898 or older, it is not a firearm, it is an antique but you would need to verify date.

If it is not an antique, it could need to be registered as an AOW. I own an AOW, a smoothbore shotgun pistol but they also lump in things like flashlight guns and briefcase guns so I would imagine a cane gun could be classified that way. If it is modern, you will want to talk to a firearms attorney before doing anything with it.

[pitfighter]

It is an NFA item - 16330. As used in this part, "cane gun" means any firearm mounted
or enclosed in a stick, staff, rod, crutch, or similar device,
designed to be, or capable of being used as, an aid in walking, if
the firearm may be fired while mounted or enclosed therein.

[Hot Holster]

Not very practical in this day and age but a cool, interesting find, nevertheless.

[EOD Guy]

If it is 1898 or older, it is not a firearm, it is an antique but you would need to verify date.

If it is not an antique, it could need to be registered as an AOW. I own an AOW, a smoothbore shotgun pistol but they also lump in things like flashlight guns and briefcase guns so I would imagine a cane gun could be classified that way. If it is modern, you will want to talk to a firearms attorney before doing anything with it.

Be careful. The National Firearms Act, which regulates AOWs has a different definition of antique firearm than the Gun Control Act. If an AOW uses commercially available ammunition it is not an antique, regardless of age.

[ElvenSoul]

You will most likely have to get a mold of the chamber.

[gun toting monkeyboy]

Ummm... I was under the impression that those were felonies here in California, regardless of when they were made. Anybody?

-Mb

[Grumpyoldretiredcop]

Monkeyboy is correct.

16330. As used in this part, "cane gun" means any firearm mounted or enclosed in a stick, staff, rod, crutch, or similar device, designed to be, or capable of being used as, an aid in walking, if the firearm may be fired while mounted or enclosed therein.

24410. Except as provided in Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 17700) of Division 2 of Title 2, any person in this state who manufactures or causes to be manufactured, imports into the state, keeps for sale, or offers or exposes for sale, or who gives, lends, or possesses any cane gun is punishable by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one year or in the state prison.

So unless it is a percussion cap cane gun (which would not be a "firearm" under the PC unless I'm mistaken), which from the OP's description does not appear to be the case, it cannot be legally possessed/transferred/sold etc. in CA.

[TRAP55]

It is an NFA item - 16330. As used in this part, "cane gun" means any firearm mounted
or enclosed in a stick, staff, rod, crutch, or similar device,
designed to be, or capable of being used as, an aid in walking, if
the firearm may be fired while mounted or enclosed therein.

^^^ This. And unless the law changed since I had to deal with a like situation, doesn't matter when it was made, percussion or cartridge.

[71MUSTY]

OMG Coolest thing ever. I can't answer your questions but I'm sure some here can and will if you are patient.


In the mean time PICTURES PLEASE?

[TRAP55]

Jeeze Musty, the guy is looking at a felony just for possession, and you want him to post pics?

[71MUSTY]

Yes I do. I would turn it over to LEO's or donate to Museum or disable by filling bore or something.

BUT it is a rare piece of history so yes please take pictures first.

[ElvenSoul]

Get it into the hands of a gunsmith in a state where it can be held legally. Get it appraised for sale or move where you can legally own it.

[johnthomas]

I would say, delete the thread and contact oaklander in pm and ask him.

http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=957302&highlight=oaklander