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I want to open an auction (for an antique pistol) to international bidders but I'd like advice on the best methods of payment from non-U.S. bidders. Also any other advice would be appreciated such as countries I should block from bidding or if the whole idea is problematic. Thanks in advance.
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  • mark christian
    I work as a consultant for an international armaments firm based in Panama and do business all over the world. How much money is involved? If you have a routing number then funds can be deposited directly into your bank account, usually over night, but you bank may hammer you with a hefty fee. Failing that just specify payment in US funds and you'll get a bank draft which you can deposit like any other check--wait for it to clear before you ship! I tend to have more problems with Russians than any other group. This is not because Russians are dishonest, but because they seem to believe that Americans are naive, wealthy and so careless with our money that we can be easily fooled.
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  • nmyers
    I have found that serious European collectors have a US agent. This is an FFL who also an exporter. I have sold 2 guns that way; the agent sends me a copy of his FFL & payment. No hassles, no delays.

    Now, that's the only way I will do an international sale.

    Neal
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