r/canadaguns • u/AutoModerator • Jul 31 '22

Weekly Newbies & FAQ Thread - Post your questions here for PAL/RPAL application, timelines, CFSC/CFSRC, references & requirements, or general new to firearms ownership -type questions

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u/[deleted] Aug 03 '22

What's the process for bringing a cap and ball reproduction to the USA with you?

Considering the Americans are sensible and classify modern reproductions of Antique cap and ball pistols as not-firearms, you aren't technically bringing a firearm to the states. And to expand on that what's the legality of bringing a cylinder conversion cap and ball.

Call RCMP get ATT to Border. Go to Border Declare that you don't have a firearm?

I'm sure there a few blackpowder enthusiasts around here, if I can't get an answer I'll go over to the blackpowder sub.

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u/[deleted] Aug 03 '22

There is no rules for taking it out of Canada. You would need to ask an American subreddit for info on temporary import of the item. Maybe you could use an ATF form 6NIA?

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u/[deleted] Aug 03 '22

Afaik the 6NIA is to bring the firearm in, but the thing is that it's not a firearm in the USA. Weird grey area. Which sub would you recommend for gun legal advice?