Question:

If I should emigrate from Norway to the US, is it possible to take my guns with me..? I have quite a few hunting rifles and handguns..

Can a M14 rifle also be imported..?

The most interesting states would be Florida or Georgia..

Yes and yes, but it will take some paperwork. I have imported a rifle made for me in s africa. Took a while

Maybe...most guns are importable, however some are not. Most of the non-importable guns will be modified/sporterized military, short barreled handguns, & most US military (there are a few exceptions). Full auto is also a problem. Commercial hunting rifles not using a ex-military action should not be a problem.

Handguns must meet a point system based on size & features. Example, a Walther PP is OK, a PPK does not meet the minimum. A S&W model 60/36 although made here is not importable due to size & features.

Most foreign military in org configuration is also OK. They will require some additional documentation.

Generally any thing made before 1899 is importable as a antique.

If you want to PM or email (ken@kebcollc,com)me a list I will tell you if I see anything that might be a problem.

Yet another example of Ken's well-deserved "good guy" status.

i doubt that they will let a m14 in. m1a ok, but the m14 has really never been a civilian issue

if your M14 has an original US receiver, it cannot be imported, no matter how modified to be semi-auto.

it may be less expensive to buy guns here that to import them, we have a few.

and welcome!

Gents:
As someone who has imported guns---
Everything has to go through customs.
Firearms made prior to 1898 do not need BATFE approval. Post 1898 does.
I've spent the last 8 months trying to import a Greener double from Zim. It was made in 1897 so no paperwork hassles in the US. Getting the export permit from Zim is another story…..
Cal

That's right, Cal. The federal definition of "firearm" excludes antiques. So, under federal law, an antique is not even considered a firearm.

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Originally posted by Grenadier:
That's right, Cal. The federal definition of "firearm" excludes antiques. So, under federal law, an antique is not even considered a firearm.

You should also check the regulations in your state. Some states do consider them firearms. Illinois is one of them.

The OP asked about import to the US. As some posters have pointed out some states have greater restrictions on firearms based on state law. He did mention GA & FL and I am not aware of any problems in either.

Your M14 is US military & a machinegun. Sell it at home.
18 U.S.C. 922(o) and 27 CFR 479.105(c) restrict the importation of machineguns after May 19, 1986. Since that date machineguns may only be imported for sale or distribution to a department or agency of the United States or any State or political subdivision thereof, or for use by dealers as a sales sample for such government entities.

Antique guns made before 1899 are not a firearm under the 1968 law still need to meet the requirements of the 1930's National Firearms Act. No short barreled rifles (less than 16"), shotguns (less than 18"), cane guns, etc. Say for example you have a trapper model Winchester 92 made in 1895 with a 14" barrel, not a firearm under the 68 law because of date of mfg but still covered under the NFA because of barrel length. It can be imported but you first have to have ATF recognize it as a Curio & Relic, then it can be imported without any issues.

Thanks all....and especially Kebco, this is most helpful..

Pondoro, include Texas my friend.