Originally Posted by Reloder28
I notify the customer once the package has arrived. I ask him then whether he wants me to verify or wait until we can do so together. I never take it upon myself to do so without permission.

Originally Posted by Reloder28
I notify the customer once the package has arrived. I ask him then whether he wants me to verify or wait until we can do so together. I never take it upon myself to do so without permission.


I feel that’s the proper most respectful way to do it.
The gun certainly doesn’t belong to the ffl it was sent to.
Unless the package shows signs of damage I don’t see why there is any reason why the ffl should open it when knowing the customer will be prompt in picking up the item.
Suppose the ffl opens the package and drops the firearm or accidentally damages the item? I see that opening the door for a dishonest ffl not to take responsibility for any damage that could occur. Not to mention taking things out of the package and saying it wasn’t in the package.
There are dishonest ffl’s out there just like there are dirty cops, lawyers, judges or any other professionals or tradesmen. It’s sad but they do exist.