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By Dan Danner, Project Manager — 1934 Armory (Elsner Engineering Works)Last updated: July 2026 An FFL Type 07 is a federal license issued by the ATF that allows a company to manufacture firearm … read more

By Dan Danner, Project Manager — 1934 Armory (Elsner Engineering Works)Last updated: July 2026 Choosing between building production in-house and outsourcing it depends on your business goals, p … read more

If you're evaluating a firearm contract manufacturer, focus on five areas before anything else: certifications, production capacity, tolerance control, lead-time reliability, and intellectual property … read more

A bolt-action rifle is built for consistency. Every shot depends on how well the parts work together. Over time, carbon, copper, dust, and moisture can affect how your rifle performs. That is why prop … read more

Building a lightweight mountain rifle sounds simple enough. You want a rifle that is easy to carry deep into the mountains. At the same time, you need it to stay accurate when it matters most. This cr … read more