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Cover image for California Gun Services Article about How to Register Inherited Firearms in California, featuring an image of a gun next to the California Department of Justice Bureau of Firearms Intra-Familial Firearm Transaction Form.
Inherited Guns

How to Register Inherited Firearms in California

When you buy a firearm from a licensed California firearms dealer, they will automatically register the gun for you. But inheriting a firearm is a different story. Whether you’re managing an estate, acting as a power of attorney, or find yourself in possession of a loved one’s firearm collection, California law requires you to take […]

Owner of California Gun Services, Jeff McCabe, featured on the front page of South County Magazine for Portola Hills, Rancho Santa Margarita, Lake Forest, and more.
Company News

The Gun Company For Those Who Are Not “Gun People”

One day, I was looking for my grandfather’s whetstone, to sharpen an old pair of shears, and I stumbled across his Colt Python 357 Magnum. I thought it might be a relic from one of the movies he worked on in the 50’s, but according to my grandma, it was just “one of those things your grandpa just insisted on having.

Ammunition Recycling

The Challenges of Ammunition Recycling: Why It’s Not as Simple as You Think

Ammunition recycling poses unique challenges, particularly due to the dangers associated with primers and other components. While large-scale recycling isn’t yet practical, California Gun Services is dedicated to finding safe disposal solutions and repurposing materials responsibly. This article explores these challenges and the potential for future advancements in recycling processes.

Company News

CGS is Coming Soon to Northern California

We’re excited to announce that California Gun Services is expanding to Northern California! By the end of 2024, we’ll be opening a brand-new store location in Placer County to better serve our friends in Superior County and The Bay Area. This is a huge step for us, and we couldn’t be more excited to bring […]

What To Know Before You Sell A Gun Collection In California, California Gun Services
Sell Guns

What To Know Before You Sell Your Gun Collection In California

If you want to sell a gun collection in California but are dreading the complicated legal process, CGS can make you an offer to purchase your entire collection and pickup your guns directly from your home so that you won’t need to worry about inadvertently brekaing laws when driving or shipping your firearms. Call (714) […]

CGS Company Van, equipped for Picking up Gun Collections of Any Size When Selling To CGS
Sell Guns

How CGS’s Mobile Service Makes Selling Your Gun Collection Safe & Easy

Selling a gun collection in California can evoke a range of concerns from legal compliance to personal safety and privacy. At California Gun Services (CGS), we understand these challenges and have tailored our services to meet the unique needs of those in California looking to sell their gun collection. With this purpose in mind, CGS […]

10 Factors that Affect the Value of Antique Guns
Appraisals

10 Factors That Determine The Value Of Your Antique Guns

Have you ever pondered the value of your antique guns, whether for estate planning, selling inherited items, or just out of curiosity? An antique gun appraisal objectively evaluates the worth of your gun collection. Appraisers will carefully evalutae your firearm and offer professional insights into what your piece could reasonably sell for in the current […]

antique firearm-appraisal for probate estate
Appraisals

Antique Firearm Appraisal for Probate: A Guide for California Executor’s

At California Gun Services, we specialize in antique firearm appraisals, whether for probate, estate settlement, or liquidation. We offer services for collections of any size, ensuring each piece is evaluated with the respect and the attention it deserves.  As the personal representative of a probate estate with potential antique firearms, your role is crucial in […]

image of elderly with dementia and guns in the house
Storage & Safety

The Imperative of a Firearm Disposal Resource in the Context of Cognitive Decline: A Family Perspective

We at California Gun Services recently teamed up with the Alzheimer’s Association of Orange County to educate families, particularly those affected by dementia, about firearm safety. Our goal is to offer information and resources for families dealing with the challenges of dementia and guns in the house. Jeff McCabe OwnerCalifornia Gun Services Modal Popup – […]

upcoming gun buyback california 2023: a complete end-of-year list
Gun Buyback

Upcoming Gun Buyback California 2023: A Complete End-Of-Year List

Discover upcoming California gun buyback events near you for the end-of-year 2023. Los Angeles, Orange, Santa Clara and more have events planned.