Short answer: airgun laws vary by state, county and city, so check official sources for where you live before you buy. The Pellet Shop requires buyers to be 18, or 21 for certain products. We do not ship to PO boxes, and we cannot ship airguns to certain states and cities listed in our policy. It is your responsibility to confirm you can legally buy and own the product.
This article is general information, not legal advice. Laws change. Always confirm with official state and local government sources or a qualified attorney.
What Our Policies Say
These points are quoted or summarized from our Shipping and Returns page and Terms of Service:
| Topic | Store policy |
|---|---|
| Age | You must be 18 years old to purchase on our online store (must be 21 for certain products). |
| Your responsibility | You are responsible for determining that no laws or regulations prohibit your purchase or possession of airgun or optics products. It's up to you to know the laws in your state, county and city. |
| PO boxes | We do not ship to PO boxes. |
| Restricted locations | Our Shipping and Returns page lists locations we cannot ship airguns to: Delaware, Illinois, New Jersey, Rhode Island, the District of Columbia, and the boroughs of New York City. Check the page for the current list. |
| Store discretion | Certain states and municipalities have established limitations, and The Pellet Shop reserves the right not to ship particular products to certain locations. |
| International | If we determine a product is going to be leaving the country, we reserve the right to cancel the order. |
| Carrier | Gun orders ship via UPS (except PR, Guam, HI, Alaska and offshore insular areas). Accessories ship by UPS or USPS. |
| Signature | Packages over $1,000 require signature confirmation. |
Why Airgun Laws Vary So Much
In the United States, airguns are regulated differently from firearms, and rules are set at several levels. A state may define airguns one way while a city or county adds its own rules. Common areas where rules differ include:
- Minimum age to buy or possess an airgun
- Whether some airguns are treated like firearms
- Where you may discharge an airgun, including inside city limits
- Transport and carry rules
- Hunting with airguns: permitted species, seasons, and caliber or energy minimums
- Accessories such as moderators, which some jurisdictions regulate
How to Check the Rules Where You Live
- State law: search your state legislature's official site for terms like "air gun," "air rifle," "BB gun" or "pneumatic."
- Hunting rules: check your state fish and wildlife agency's current hunting regulations for airgun provisions.
- Local ordinances: check your city or county code, especially for discharge rules.
- When in doubt: contact the agency directly or consult a qualified attorney.
Moderators and Accessories
DonnyFL states on its product pages that its moderators are intended for use on airguns only, and that it is your responsibility to know and comply with the laws in your country, state, county and city. Some jurisdictions treat these items differently, so confirm before you buy. See our article on airgun moderators.
Before You Order: Checklist
- You meet the age requirement for the product.
- You have confirmed that owning the product is legal where you live.
- Your shipping address is not a PO box and is not in a location we cannot ship airguns to.
- You understand that all airgun and ammo sales are final under our policy.
- Someone can sign for packages over $1,000.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a license to buy an air rifle?
It depends on where you live. Requirements vary by state and locality, so check official state and local sources.
How old do I have to be to buy from The Pellet Shop?
Our policy requires buyers to be 18, or 21 for certain products.
Which places can't you ship airguns to?
Our Shipping and Returns page currently lists Delaware, Illinois, New Jersey, Rhode Island, the District of Columbia and the boroughs of New York City. Check the page for the latest list.
Can I hunt with an air rifle?
Many states allow some airgun hunting, but the species, seasons and minimum calibers or energy levels vary. Check your state wildlife agency's current regulations.
Do you ship internationally?
Our policy states we may cancel orders if a product is going to leave the country. Contact us before ordering from outside the U.S.
Is this article legal advice?
No. It is general information only. Confirm current law with official sources or a qualified attorney.
Talk to The Pellet Shop
Have a question about a specific rifle, caliber or setup? Visit our showroom in Westbury, NY, call or text (718) 450-4146, or email info@ThePelletShop.com. You can also browse every airgun we carry online. Specs in this article come from our product pages and manufacturer documentation and can change, so check the current product page before you buy.