Shipping Policy

Our goal is to ship your order within one business day. Possible exceptions include:

  • Items which require custom assembly or Cerakote
  • FFL items
  • Adverse Weather Conditions

If our fulfillment times are delayed more than 1-2 days, then we will put a notice in the header of our website and/or specific product pages (regulated/FFL/NFA items), informing shoppers of the delay. Also please note that during busy shopping times, carriers too can experience delays which are outside of our control.

Multiple Fulfillments 

Orders may ship in multiple packages depending on inventory location or regulated item requirements. These are indicated by order suffixes such as: 

  • -1, -2 
  • -NC 
  • -CA 

Regulated and non-regulated items may be split into separate shipments. Orders cannot be combined after placement. You can track each fulfillment using the Order Lookup feature. 

Shipping Methods & Signature Protection 

  • Orders under 40 lbs
    • Qualify for free FedEx 2-Day shipping. 
    • Exclusions may apply (ammunition, hazmat, CO2 cartridges, rifle bags/cases)
  • Orders over 40 lbs and $50+
    • Qualify for free standard shipping.
    • Carrier and service level are chosen at our discretion. 
  • Special requests: If you prefer a specific carrier or have delivery instructions, include these in your order notes—we’ll make every effort to accommodate them. 
  • Signature confirmation: Orders over $300 may require a signature upon delivery for customer protection. You may opt out by requesting this in your order notes; however, if signature is declined, Dirty Bird cannot replace lost or stolen packages. 

General Shipping Restrictions 

  • We do not ship any items to Washington, D.C. 
  • Firearms and firearm parts are regulated by federal, state, and local laws (details below). 
  • Firearms cannot be shipped to P.O. Boxes. 
  • Hazardous materials (primers/powder) must ship to a physical address and will ship via FedEx only with direct signature.

Firearms, Receivers & AR/AK Parts 

We do not ship AR/AK platforms, receivers, or related parts to: 

  • States / Counties / Municipalities: Connecticut; Cook County, IL (including Chicago, Deerfield, Aurora, Highland Park); Denver, CO; Massachusetts; New York (local restrictions may apply). 

Additional restrictions: 

  • Stripped lower receivers: Not shipped to CO (Boulder, Denver, Vail), CT, MA, NY. 
  • Complete AR/AK receivers: Not shipped to CA, CO (Boulder, Denver, Vail), CT, MD, NJ, NY. 
  • Non-compliant AR/AK models: Not shipped to CA, CO (Boulder, Denver, Vail), CT, MD, NJ, NY. 
  • California handgun policy: Only handguns on the CA DOJ roster are eligible for shipment. Single Shot Exemption models are not eligible. 

FFL / NFA / Regulated Item Requirements 

We are required by law to have the appropriate licenses on file before shipping regulated items. Below is an overview of what each license type is used for: 

  • FFL (Federal Firearms License): 
    Required for all firearm shipments, receivers, and any serialized components. 
  • SOT (Special Occupational Tax): 
    Required for NFA-regulated items such as suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), and other items covered under the National Firearms Act. 
  • CFD (California Firearms Dealer License): 
    Required for firearm transfers to California residents. 

After checkout, you will be prompted to select a licensed dealer (FFL) from our database or manually provide one. If the FFL is not already on file, the dealer must email their license to [email protected] and include the customer name and/or order number for processing. 

You are responsible for confirming: 

  • The FFL is accepting transfers 
  • You agree to their transfer fees 

Magazine Capacity Restrictions 

We comply with all state and local magazine-capacity limitations. Customers are responsible for ensuring compliance with local laws. 

Examples (not exhaustive): 

  • California: 10 rounds max 
  • Colorado: 15 rounds max (10 in Boulder) 
  • Connecticut: 10 rounds with permit 
  • Hawaii: 10 rounds 
  • Illinois: Limits vary by municipality 
  • Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington D.C.: Local limits apply 

We do not swap or credit magazines that are restricted in your state. 

Ammunition & Hazardous Materials 

By purchasing ammunition, you confirm you meet age and eligibility requirements and are legally permitted to possess ammunition. 

  • Must ship to a physical address (no P.O. Boxes) 
  • Some states require ammunition to be shipped to an FFL 
  • Hazardous items ship via FedEx only with direct signature.

No Ammunition Shipments To: 

Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, Puerto Rico, New York City, Rochester (NY), Buffalo (NY SAFE Act regions), Washington D.C. 

FFL Required for Ammunition: 

  • California 
  • New York 

Permit/ID Required: 

  • Connecticut: ID and one of the following, Long Gun eligibility certificate, Pistol/Revolver eligibility certificate, Permit to Sell Pistol/Revolver, Permit to Carry Pistol/Revolver 
  • Massachusetts: ID and one of the following, License to Carry, Firearms Identification Card (FID)  
  • Illinois: ID and Firearm Owners Identification Card (Includes Chicago, ammunition transfer ban overturned in 2014, many vendors avoid shipping there still, plenty of space in the market). The address on the FOID must match the shipping address on the ID/Drivers License and the order. 
  • New Jersey: ID and Permit to Carry a Handgun or Permit to Purchase a Handgun (NO HOLLOW POINT HANDGUN ROUNDS, exceptions being if the tip is filled like Hornady Critical Defense) 
  • Rhode Island: Pistol/Revolver Safety Certificate or Carry License 

Law Enforcement Exemptions 

  • Requires valid credentials and signed letterhead from agency supervisor 
  • Must ship to an FFL (no direct-to-officer shipments) 
  • Local/state restrictions may override LEO exemptions—contact us before ordering 

Other Restricted Items 

  • Tannerite & explosives: Not shipped to Alaska or Maryland 
  • Flamethrowers: Not shipped to Alaska, Hawaii, Maryland, or Warren, MI. CA-compliant models may be available. 

Customer Responsibility 

By placing an order, you confirm: 

  • You are of legal age and not prohibited from owning the items 
  • You understand and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws 
  • You will not transfer regulated items to prohibited individuals 

Documentation & Support 

If your order requires paperwork (FFL, FOID, permit, etc.), please follow instructions on the product page or email [email protected]. 
If you have questions about your eligibility or shipping restrictions, contact us before placing your order.