NFA Form 1 — Build Your Own NFA Item
Thinking of building your own suppressor, SBR, or other NFA item? Our shop is here to walk you through the ATF Form 1 process.
Form 1 is used when an individual intends to manufacture an NFA-regulated item, such as:
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Short Barrel Rifles (SBRs)
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Short Barrel Shotguns (SBSs)
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Suppressors (Silencers)
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Any Other Weapons (AOW)
How We Help:
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✅ Trust or individual filing guidance
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✅ Help with setting up an eForms account
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✅ Fingerprinting & passport photo services
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✅ Submission of your Form 1 electronically
Processing Time:
eForm 1 submissions usually take 2-14 days for approval (but can vary).
Requirements:
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ATF eForms account
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Fingerprints (we offer fingerprinting in-store)
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Passport-style photo
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$200 tax stamp payment to ATF
NFA Form 3 Transfers — Dealer to Dealer
Are you purchasing an NFA item from out of state? The Form 3 process ensures your item is legally transferred from one licensed dealer (FFL/SOT) to another before you file your Form 4.
Form 3 is used to transfer NFA items between FFL/SOT dealers. It’s common when:
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You order an item from our store and live out-of-state
How We Help:
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✅ Manage the Form 3 transfer to other dealers
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✅ Coordinate with your preferred FFL/SOT
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✅ Notify you when your item arrives and is ready for Form 4 filing with your preferred FFL/SOT
Processing Time:
eForm 3 paperwork takes around 7-10 days to be approved by the ATF, then shipped out once we receive the approval
NFA Form 4 — Own Your NFA Item Legally
Ready to take home your suppressor, SBR, or other NFA item? The Form 4 is the final step in legally acquiring your regulated item.
Form 4 is used when an individual, or trust purchases an NFA item from a dealer. This includes:
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Suppressors
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SBRs/SBSs
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Machine guns
How We Help:
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✅ Full walkthrough of Form 4 submission (eForm)
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✅ In-store fingerprinting & passport photo services
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✅ Secure item storage while you wait for approval
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✅ Immediate notification upon approval
Processing Time:
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eForm 4 : Around 1-3 weeks (Individual), or 3-5 months (Trust)
Requirements:
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Valid government-issued ID
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Passport-style photo
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Fingerprints (we handle this in-store)
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$205 tax stamp payment per item
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ATF eForms account