Where to Buy Used Guns in Australia: Your Ultimate 2025 Guide

Buying or selling a firearm in Australia shouldn’t be complicated—or risky. Whether you’re after a quality second-hand rifle, looking to sell a shotgun, or just browsing dealer specials, this guide will help you navigate the safest and most effective way to buy and sell used guns in Australia.

🔎 Where Can You Buy Used Guns in Australia?

There are three main options:

1. Licensed Firearm Dealers – Most secure and regulated.

2. Private Sellers (through dealer transfers) – Common for pre-owned firearms.

3. Online Firearm Marketplaces – The most popular choice, but not all are equal.

   ✅ What to Look for in a Gun Sales Website

   Not all gun classifieds are built the same. Here’s what matters:

   • Dealer compliance (do they require transfers?)

   • HTTPS security (if not, avoid!)

   • Ease of use (can you post an ad easily?)

   • Active listings (are people actually buying?)

   • Customer support (or are you on your own?)

   Gun Traders Australia ticks all of these boxes—and more.

   
   

   🧭 How Gun Traders Stacks Up Against the Rest

   Here’s how the leading Australian platforms compare:

   Platform	User Experience	Features & Tools	Security & Trust
   Gun Traders Australia	✅ Modern, mobile-friendly	✅ Dealer tools, dashboard, VIP system	✅ 100% secure (HTTPS), Aussie-hosted
   UsedGuns	❌ Outdated interface	⚠️ Basic listings	⚠️ Limited support
   AllGuns	⚠️ Basic layout	❌ No real features	❌ No HTTPS
   OzGuns	⚠️ Clunky and slow	⚠️ Minimal functions	❌ Low transparency
   Free Gun Sites	❌ Unmoderated, hard to use	❌ No features	❌ Scam risk, no security

   ⚠️ Beware of Free Gun Sites Free may sound good—until it costs you more. Many of these platforms: Don’t use secure connections (no HTTPS) Don’t vet sellers or ads Don’t provide dealer support Are riddled with fake listings and scams Always choose a trusted, Australian-owned platform that complies with firearm regulations and supports both dealers and private sellers. 🎯 What Sells Fast? These categories are always in demand: 🔫 Rifles (.22, .223, .270, 6.5 Creedmoor) 🦆 Shotguns (12 gauge, under/overs) 🎯 Handguns (via dealer listings only) 🎒 Optics, accessories & hunting gear 👉 Browse live listings here 🛡 Why Gun Traders? ✅ Aussie-hosted & secure ✅ Simple to use (even for first-time sellers) ✅ Dealer compliant – we support the legal process ✅ VIP program, dealer directory & blog content ✅ You keep control of your ads 👋 Ready to Get Started? 👉 Register Now 👉 Browse used guns 👉 Join our VIP program Let’s keep firearm buying and selling safe, easy, and Aussie.