by Ryan Cleckner | Last updated Sep 30, 2026
FFL eZ Check system provided by the ATF that helps individuals and other FFLs confirm the validity of a Federal Firearm License (FFL). The eZ Check system is a great tool for what it is designed for: to make sure that an FFL is legitimate. In this article, we’ll...
by Ryan Cleckner | Last updated Oct 12, 2026
Have you ever wanted to send or receive a firearm but weren’t sure where to start? Maybe you just bought a firearm online, or you need to ship a gun, and you’re wondering how to transfer it. You might have looked into transferring the gun and you learned...
by Ryan Cleckner | Last updated Oct 1, 2026
The ATF has released updated versions of seven FFL and SOT forms. We’ve gathered the latest versions in one place for easy download. Below, you’ll find descriptions and the most current versions of each form. All of these include revised mailing addresses...
by Ryan Cleckner | Last updated Sep 30, 2026
Summary: AR15 Drop In Auto Sears (DIAS) manufactured after October 31st, 1981 are considered machine guns and are therefore regulated under the National Firearms Act of 1934. IMPORTANT: Despite this ruling, possession of ANY Drop In Auto Sear along with an AR-15 with...
by Ryan Cleckner | Last updated Oct 1, 2026
After you’ve taken our Get Your FFL course and you’re up and running with your FFL, depending on your FFL type you’re going to want to start either making firearms or buying them at dealer pricing and having them shipped straight to your door – even at...
by Ryan Cleckner | Last updated Sep 1, 2026
“Sweat the Details” is an article I wrote for the NSSF emphasizing the importance of paying attention to the details when it comes to ATF compliance. The article wasn’t meant to scare anybody – instead, it was an attempt to educate FFLs about...