Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about buying from DR. ARMORY

Ordering Firearms

Is DR. ARMORY a licensed firearms dealer? +

Yes. DR. ARMORY is a federally licensed firearms dealer based in Columbia, South Carolina, and is also a Special Occupational Taxpayer, SOT Class 3.

Can firearms ship directly to my home? +

No. Firearms ship to the buyer’s chosen local FFL in the buyer’s state of residence. The buyer completes the ATF Form 4473, background check and transfer process with the receiving FFL.

Who pays the receiving FFL’s transfer fee? +

The buyer pays the receiving FFL’s fee. The buyer is also responsible for providing the receiving FFL’s details for the firearm shipment.

What age do I need to be to buy firearms or ammunition? +

You must be 21 or older for handguns and handgun ammunition. You must be 18 or older for rifles, shotguns and their ammunition.

Can DR. ARMORY handle NFA items? +

Yes. DR. ARMORY is an SOT Class 3 dealer and can handle NFA items such as suppressors and short-barreled rifles where permitted by law. NFA orders cannot be cancelled once ATF paperwork is submitted.

Shipping

How quickly do in-stock items ship? +

In-stock items typically ship within 24 hours of order placement. Backorders ship when available. Tracking is emailed when the order ships.

What carriers do you use? +

Orders may ship by UPS Ground, FedEx Ground, USPS or another shipping partner. Standard delivery usually takes 2-5 business days after shipment.

Can one order arrive in multiple shipments? +

Yes. Multi-item orders may arrive in separate shipments, and each shipment will have tracking. Oversized or heavy items may carry an extra fee shown in the cart at checkout.

Returns and Support

How do I start a return? +

Start within 10 days of delivery by emailing support@drarmory.com for an RMA. Include the part number, order number, name and address, phone number and email. See the Shipping & Returns page for full details.

What items are not returnable? +

Ammunition and apparel are not returnable except where required by law. Transferred firearms generally cannot be returned for a change of mind. Defects after transfer go through the manufacturer’s warranty.

What if an item arrives damaged or defective? +

Report damaged-on-arrival items within 10 days. For defective items, contact DR. ARMORY within 30 days for a replacement. After 30 days, use the manufacturer’s warranty.

How are refunds issued? +

Refunds go to the original payment method within 5-10 business days of receiving the item. Shipping fees are non-refundable unless the error was ours or the supplier’s.

How do I contact customer service? +

Email support@drarmory.com. Hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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