I am not going to trade for the gun...doesn't sound real impressive, but the other information is good to know anyhow. I suppose even if you go through all the checks, serial #, bill of sale, drivers license confirmation, license plate, and the rest....if that gun comes up as stolen later on you'd still be out the money you used to buy it, because good luck sueing a thief to recoop your costs, and being in possesion of stolen property I assume they'd confiscate the weapon. I bought a 22.250 at a gun show, still have it, but I don't think I'll be running the serial numbers on it. I was young, cash in pocket, didn't do any of the checks, seen a gun, liked it and bought it. It has turned out to be a great gun and all I've done to it is put on a scope and clean it. Gonna think twice on future purchases.
There are plenty of guns for sale on this site and people are buying. Suppose it doesn't change much....unless maybe the guy is a member of many years, in good standings or a moderator (chuckle).