Shipping & Firearms Policy
General Shipping Rates
- FREE Standard Ground Shipping on orders over $150
- Orders under $150 are calculated based on:
- Package weight
- Shipping distance
- Package dimensions
- Shipping rates will be calculated and displayed at checkout
- Additional charges apply for oversized items and items shipped directly from manufacturers
Standard Shipping Methods & Timeframes
- We ship via UPS, FedEx, and USPS
- Orders typically arrive within 3-6 business days
- All orders ship the next business day after payment clearance
- Shipping operations run Monday through Friday (excluding holidays)
- Weekend orders process the following Monday
- Express shipping options available by contacting our shipping department
Firearm Shipping Requirements
- All firearms must be shipped to a Federal Firearms Licensed (FFL) dealer
- Buyer must be 21 years or older for handguns
- Buyer must be 18 years or older for rifles and shotguns
- Valid government-issued photo ID required
- Background check required per federal law
- State and local regulations apply
- Cannot ship firearms to California, Massachusetts, New York City, or other restricted jurisdictions
Firearm Documentation & Process
- Copy of local FFL dealer's license required
- FFL must email copy of license to ffl@simmonssg.com
- Completed ATF Form 4473 at receiving FFL
- State permits/licenses where applicable
- Firearms ship via UPS or FedEx Ground only
- Direct signature required for firearm deliveries
- Insurance included on all firearm shipments
Ammunition Purchase Requirements
- Handgun ammunition: Must be 21 years or older
- Rifle/shotgun ammunition: Must be 18 years or older
- Valid identification required
- Age verification performed at checkout
- State and local regulations apply
- Ammunition shipping rates calculated separately due to weight
General Shipping Restrictions
- Physical street address required (No P.O. Box delivery)
- Domestic U.S. shipping only (No international orders)
- Address verification required at checkout
- Certain items may require freight shipping due to size or weight
Special Circumstances
- Oversized items require freight shipping at additional cost
- Items shipped directly from manufacturers follow manufacturer shipping policies
- Weather delays and carrier delays beyond our control may affect delivery times
- Hazardous materials subject to special shipping regulations
- Multiple package orders may incur separate shipping charges
Firearm Returns
- Firearms can only be returned through an FFL dealer
- Must obtain Return Authorization before shipping
- Original shipping charges non-refundable
- Restocking fee may apply
- Buyer responsible for return shipping costs
FFL Information
- Buyer must arrange transfer with receiving FFL before purchase
- We maintain database of approved FFLs for faster processing
- FFL transfer fees are not included in purchase price
- Local FFL may charge additional transfer fees
Customer Support
For shipping inquiries, FFL transfers, or other support:
- Email: sales1@simmonssg.com
- Phone: 318-283-2688
- Business Hours: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM (Monday - Friday)
We reserve the right to modify these policies at any time and to cancel any order that does not meet federal, state, or local legal requirements.