One good buddy of mine is getting married soon, and I'm thinking of getting him and his lady a shotgun as a wedding present. The three of us have been shooting together in the past several times, and while neither of them are gun owners they always have a ton of fun and she's a good shoot with the AR and he's a great shot with my pistols. I'm thinking a shotgun would be a good gift for them. Something they can go do together, something to protect their home with, and will be an excuse for me to get to come hang out after they're married. ("Hey man, lets go shooting!") Better than a toaster, or gift cards, or whatever people normally buy.
My question is: Is this legal or would this be a textbook definition of a straw purchase? They are both legally capable of owning firearms, neither would have an issue purchasing it themselves however that sort of ruins the surprise if I give them money and tell them it must be used on a shotgun...
So, can I do this or should I look for other gift options?
My question is: Is this legal or would this be a textbook definition of a straw purchase? They are both legally capable of owning firearms, neither would have an issue purchasing it themselves however that sort of ruins the surprise if I give them money and tell them it must be used on a shotgun...
So, can I do this or should I look for other gift options?