AP Ammo – Are armor piercing bullets legal?
In this article we will cover: Are armor-piercing bullets legal? A: Yes. Under federal law it is perfectly legal to make, sell and purchase “armor-piercing” ammunition as long as you have the proper licensing. However, there are some nuances to the...
What is an FFL?
An FFL is a Federal Firearms License that is issued by the ATF to individuals or companies that allows them to engage in the business of firearms whether that be buy/selling (dealing), gun-smithing, manufacturing, or importing/exporting. Although it’s not a...
What is a Straw Purchase?
What is a Straw Purchase? A: A straw purchase occurs when one person buys a gun for someone else who is either prohibited by law from possessing a gun or who does not want his or her name associated with the transaction. A straw purchase is a felony with a punishment...
Type 7 FFL – What it is and How to Get One
A Type 7 FFL is one of 9 types of Federal Firearm Licenses which allows the FFL holder to manufacture firearms and ammunition as a business. The Type 7 FFL is commonly called the “manufacturer’s FFL,” however, there are technically three different types of...
BREAKING: ATF’s Landmark 34 Rule Package
UPDATED 5/5/26 – The ATF just announced a landmark rule making change of 34 proposed rules. We got our hands on 20 of the draft versions of the rules scheduled to be published tomorrow and have already included their summaries under the relevant rules below. The...
How Much Does an FFL Cost?