Orchid Blog

Over the past year ATF has continued to fine tune its approach towards regulating the firearms and explosives industries. The fundamentals of the program are geared toward mutual learning, increased sharing...

We think so. At the end of the day, our industry is best served when the larger population improves its economic position while reducing its compliance risk. From this you can infer that we are in the best...

Over the past year ATF has continued to fine tune its approach towards regulating the firearms and explosives industries. The fundamentals of the program are geared toward mutual learning, increased sharing...

NICS-adjusted background checks were just released, reflecting the highest September on record. The increase in volume makes this an opportune time to refresh our knowledge on selected elements of the...

Halloween is just around the corner, but we aren’t trying to “scare you” with today’s discussion on ATF FFL revocation! It’s important for FFLs to learn from our various teachings that include compliance...

We live in an age when we expect quick results. Our oil changes take about 10 minutes, our fast food restaurants boast a 60 second turnaround; we are in a hurry and we want things done.  In the firearms...

What Do FFLs Need to Know about Manufacturing NFA Firearms? The ATF’s website contains many useful guides to assist in the compliance process. Amongst them is the National Firearms Act (or NFA) Handbook. The...

  Are you ready for your next ATF compliance inspection?  If the ATF showed up today, would you have a pit in your stomach or a feeling of confidence?  Likely, you have audited yourself, maybe...

Do you sell firearms or ammunition to the international market through an exporter? This is a common practice in the industry for manufacturers who are unfamiliar with the ITAR. They want to work through...