Home-Based FFL Guide

Contrary to popular belief, getting a home based FFL is perfectly legal, easy to do, and very common. Unfortunately, there are many myths about getting a home based FFL from the BATF. Myth #1: The ATF doesn’t allow home-based federal firearms licenses. You can absolutely be an FFL dealer as a home-based business. Myth #2: […]

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Firearms Manufactured in the US

Number of Firearms Manufactured in the United States [2023]

Welcome to the mother-load of ATF-related data on firearms in commerce! Each year the ATF publishes a report that includes data on the number of firearms in commerce (made, exported, and imported) and statistics on NFA firearms (forms, revenue, and distribution) and FFLs (applications and inspections. In the ATF’s Firearms Commerce in the United States […]

how to get your ffl in arkansas

How to Get Your FFL in Arkansas

Deciding that you want to apply for a Federal Firearms License (FFL) can mean a surge of excitement and anticipation. Getting your FFL means you will be able to serve your community by legally buying and selling firearms. However, many people quickly lose that excitement once they see what the process of applying for one […]

how to get your ffl in alaska

How to Get Your FFL in Alaska

A growing number of people across the nation want to serve their communities as Federal Firearms License (FFL) holders. These FFL holders are allowed by federal law to handle the selling and distribution of firearms. There are just a few requirements to follow to get your FFL in Alaska. At Rocket FFL, we hope to […]

how to get your ffl in alabama

How to Get Your FFL in Alabama

A growing number of people across the nation want to serve their communities as Federal Firearms License (FFL) holders. These FFL holders are allowed by federal law to handle the selling and distribution of firearms and ammunition through processes like FFL transfers. There are just a few requirements to follow to get your FFL in […]

SOT License Guide

SOT License Guide [2023] – Everything You Need to Know

An SOT License is required to make or sell NFA Firearms like suppressors, SBRs, and more. We cover everything about being a Special Occupational Taxpayer (SOT)

Firearm Background Checks

Firearm Background Checks

Before purchasing a firearm from a licensed gun dealer (Federal Firearm License or “FFL”) federal background check requirements must be met. This means that the customer must complete a federal form and, in most cases, undergo a criminal background check. Firearm Purchases from Gun Dealers In order to purchase a “standard” firearm from a licensed […]

Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2021 (HR 8)

Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2021 (HR 8) Explained

The Democrats are already introducing their first pieces of gun legislation. This bill, HR 8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2021, and also the Enhanced Background Check Act 2021 (HR 1446). HR 8 was introduced on March 2, 2021 and has been referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. It proposes to require […]

Enhanced Background Check Act 2021 Explained

Enhanced Background Check Act 2021 (HR 1446) Explained

The Democrats are planning on ramming through their first two pieces of gun legislation. This bill, HR 1446, or the Enhanced Background Check Act of 2021 and also HR 8, the Bipartisan Background Check Act of 2021. HR 1446 was introduced on March 1, 2021, and has been referred to the House Committee on the […]

ATF 5320.20 Form

ATF 5320.20 – How To Transport NFA Firearms [2023]

You might have heard that you need to fill out a special ATF Form before you can transport NFA Firearms across state lines. If you have and you’re looking to learn more about interstate transport of NFA Firearms and the ATF 5320.20 form (also called the “Form 20”), then you’re in the right spot. In […]

Responsible Person FFL

Responsible Person for FFL Guide [2023] – ATF Requirements

So, you’re either thinking about getting your FFL, or you already have an FFL license and are curious about Responsible Persons (RPs). We get it – there’s a lot of confusion about Responsible Persons on FFLs. We hear questions about RPs like: How many RPs should my FFL have? How do I add a Responsible […]

Class 3 License

Class 3 License & How to Become a Dealer

How to Get a Class 3 License Ok, first off, there’s really no such thing as a “Class 3 License.” Instead, someone who has a Federal Firearms License, must become a Special Occupational Taxpayer (SOT) in order to deal, manufacture, or import a certain category of firearms called NFA Firearms/Title II firearms. This special category […]

FFL Number

FFL Number – What it Means and How to Look it Up

What is an FFL number? An FFL number is a unique identifying number assigned to every Federal Firearms License issued by the ATF. In addition to identifying FFLs, the FFL number also shares some information about the FFL (like the Type of FFL, the expirations date, and more). What does an FFL number mean? An […]

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