NFA Ruling Lapses Silencer Rules: What FFL Dealers Must Know

A Texas federal judge invalidated key NFA registration requirements for suppressors, short-barreled rifles and shotguns after the DOJ declined to appeal. Here's what the resulting patchwork means for FFL dealers — and how to prepare for both the risk and the opportunity.

By Claire Eason •

Fudds, Ahoy: B&P Dual Steel Waterfowl Shells Rebate

We haven’t seen an influx of new gauges that matches the rifle world’s flock of new calibers that have debuted in the past few years. We’ve got long-range calibers, short-range calibers (aka “straight-wall” cartridges), we’ve even got new rimfire calibers for r...

By Zac K •

Suppressor Deregulation: The SEO Playbook for FFL Dealers

The NFA registration requirement for suppressors, SBRs, and SBSs lapsed in August 2026 — and search demand for suppressor terms is spiking. Here's the keyword, local SEO, and technical playbook FFL dealers need to capture their local market before competitors do.

By Sara Owens •

DOJ Lets Silencer, SBS & SBR Ruling Stand: Dealer Impact

The Justice Department is leaving in place a court ruling that deregulates silencers, short-barreled shotguns and certain rifles — the biggest federal story for FFL dealers this week. Plus: state pushback, Guns.com's new ecommerce platform, and the Celerant-Slingit used gun partnership.

By Fred Thompson •

PKM Headspace And Keeping It In The Fight

For maintainers, particularly those supporting partner forces, the PK series offers a notable advantage over many Western and other Soviet-designed systems with its adjustable headspace. This feature significantly simplifies sustainment and repair in austere environments, with the ability to mism...

By Lynndon Schooler •
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