Front Line Friday #7: Writing SOPs That Actually Stick
The policy looked fine in the meeting. It stopped working by Thursday night.
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National Firearms Act 2026 Update: What FFLs Need To Know About Tax Stamps, Lawsuits, And ATF Reform
The NFA landscape has shifted dramatically in 2026. The $200 tax stamp is gone for suppressors, SBRs, and SBSs after the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, but registration remains - and a wave of constitutional lawsuits now challenges whether that registration can survive without the tax. Here is what every FFL needs to know.
How to Buy a Shotgun Online Legally and Safely in 2025
Learn how to buy a shotgun online legally and safely in 2025. This step-by-step guide covers FFL transfers, background checks, shotgun types, and legal requirements for purchasing firearms online in the United States.
How to Buy a Gun Online Legally and Safely in 2025
Learn how to buy a gun online legally and safely in 2025. This step-by-step guide covers finding an FFL dealer, completing the transfer process, ATF Form 4473, NICS background checks, and tips for safe online firearm purchases.
Becoming and Operating as an FFL Dealer: A Complete Guide for New Licensees
A complete guide to becoming and operating as an FFL dealer in the United States. Covers FFL license types, the application process, and key ATF compliance requirements for new licensees.
D.C. Court Rules Magazine Ban Unconstitutional in Major Second Amendment Decision
DC’s highest court ruled the city’s 10-round magazine ban unconstitutional, finding that commonly owned firearm magazines are protected under the Second Amendment.
How to Clear and Fix Common Handgun Malfunctions
Learn how to identify and clear Type 1, 2, and 3 semi-auto handgun malfunctions. Master Tap-Rack and double feed clearance before your life depends on it.
Brewster F2A Buffalo: WWII’s Forgotten Fighter
The air war during World War II saw the transition from the last of the biplane fighters to the beginning of the jet age. A myriad of aircraft were in action around the globe; some have become enduring icons while others faded into obscurity. The Brewster F2A Buffalo can legitimately claim member...
Best Zero for Your Red Dot Pistol: 10 vs 15 vs 25 Yards
Not sure what zero to use for your red dot pistol? We break down the pros and cons of 10-yard, 15-yard, and 25-yard zeros so you can choose the best option for concealed carry, home defense, or competition.
Front Line Friday #4: Patrol Rifle Setups to Reduce Training Burden
Your rifle doesn’t need to be “cool.” It needs to be the same every time, for every officer, under every dumb condition.