FFL Bound Book Software & Electronic ATF Form 4473

Orchid eBound™

Simple, compliant and trusted FFL bound book & electronic 4473 software

Orchid eBound™ is the ONLY A&D Bound Book compliance software with an attorney backing from Orchid Law™. If you’re looking for the best bound book software with premier support and time saving features, then contact our team today for a demo!

NEW: 4473 eStorage | ATF Rapid Review – Both Included for Free

NSSF Preferred Vendor

Customers: Retail – Distribution – Manufacturing

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Unmatched FFL Software

Since 2012, Orchid has redefined firearms compliance with the only in-house compliance team and electronic 4473 storage solution, eliminating the need for third-party integrations. With over a billion transactions processed and more than 50% of all U.S.-manufactured firearms flowing through Orchid eBound, we’ve become the trusted partner for thousands of FFLs. Unlike providers like FastBound, which relies on third-party compliance and digital storage partners to complete their solution, Orchid provides comprehensive in-house compliance expertise, backed by a 100% ATF revocation defense guarantee*.

Free for Up to 100 Acquisitions Per Year

As the industry’s most complete solution, Orchid combines innovative technology with unmatched regulatory support, ensuring seamless compliance and peace of mind—all without third-party dependencies. With Orchid, FFLs get everything they need in one trusted platform. Unlike our competitors, no Orchid eBound client has ever faced a revocation hearing because of our software.

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Electronic 4473s processed daily

Bound book transactions

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ATF compliant with attorney backing

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Troy Schneider

13:51 30 Apr 25

We can’t say enough about how helpful Toni has been throughout our compliance and licensing process. Her knowledge, professionalism, and responsiveness were beyond helpful — she went above and beyond to ensure we had clear guidance every step of the way. Orchid Advisors continues to be a trusted partner for our business, and Toni is a standout example of the quality support they deliver. Highly recommended.

Jack Bouchard

18:27 24 Apr 25

Ethan did a great job training and helping me get set up with their POS. Their system seems great for tech averse people like myself.

Shaun Johnson

18:42 15 Apr 25

As a new FFL Orchid has been a huge help to me and my business. amazing staff, great training, and very helpful. I'm using a few products Orchid right now and intend on fully integrating with them soon. Thank you Orchid

James Russell

21:51 08 Apr 25

Very good training to prepare you to go live with this great compliance software.

Scott Friess

14:46 28 Mar 25

We have been with Orchid for about a year and Toni has been an absolute game changer in the growth of our business. The POS software is complex and does far more than we could possibly master without her help. It can seem overwhelming, but every time I've needed any help, training, or guidance Toni has been right there to walk us through it. Any time we have needed anything from any department they have always responded quickly, which is very important when running a small retail shop. They are very receptive to feedback and this software gets better with every update. It's good to know that as my company grows, I have a team like this with her on my side. Thanks a million!!

Revelations Outdoors

02:03 15 Feb 25

Man where do I start? Nine years of using a pos system that was designed for restaurants was brutal. But we had “made” it work However all paperwork was still “PAPER” work. I had put off making the swap to eforms and a proper FFL based pos system long enough. From initially talking to Brandy. To signing up and working with Toni was absolutely perfect. Consider yourself lucky if Toni is your onboarding contact. She’s the best. My team and I really enjoyed the time with her as she brought us on board. The system is honestly intimidating from the surface. However her guidance and a lil digging in and we were completely transitioned in about two weeks. We even elected to hand inventory and hand out every item in our store in the system over handing files from the old pos system and wow there was some discrepancies and I am glad we chose the “harder” way. My time with Toni has ended and we just finished our third day of business as an Orchid backed store. Now we are opting for the full e-commerce store experience and I have no doubt it’ll go smoothly as well. Also we went with their fantastic card system and Jeremy made that a breeze. I truly think having orchid is going to improve my bottom line at my store and be worth every penny we spent. I need to add that I sat thru presentations from four of orchids competitors and I knew within minutes none compared to what orchid offered and the cost involved If you are ready to go from a small guy style store to growing into the big dog in your area. Join orchid today !!

Brandy Eichstaedt

20:22 09 Jan 25

As a firearms retailer with over three decades of experience, I've seen my share of POS systems. Orchid, however, stands head and shoulders above the rest. Initially, the shift from our trusty (and messy!) paper-based system to a digital platform felt daunting, but the Orchid team's exceptional customer service made the transition incredibly smooth. Their patience and willingness to answer my questions – and believe me, I had plenty – was greatly appreciated. The software itself is remarkably user-friendly; training both my long-term employees and new hires was a breeze. The intuitive interface means even those less tech-savvy can quickly master the system. After meticulously reviewing hundreds of transactions, I'm completely confident in Orchid's accuracy and reliability. It's truly an all-in-one solution that streamlines every aspect of our business, from inventory management to background checks. The comprehensive reporting features provide invaluable insights into sales trends and customer behavior. Overall, Orchid has not only modernized our operations but also significantly improved efficiency and accuracy. I wholeheartedly recommend Orchid to any firearms retailer looking to upgrade their POS system – it's a game-changer!

Troy Clark

20:21 25 Jun 18

Took a bit to get a hold of them but after I got through Travis was very helpful even though I'm one of the little guys in this business.

FFL Bound Book & Electronic 4473 Software Features

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Operating Transactions

Serialize

Serialize and acquire in the A&D Book

Batch Serial Number Processing

Serialize multiple firearms in a single operation

Batch Serial Import

Serialize multiple different firearms with a bulk import

Receive

Record the acquisition of firearms into inventory

Exempt Transfer

Record firearms transactions that are exempt from background checks and other requirements under federal law

Upload Transactions

Download templates and upload various transactions such as, serialize, receive, transfer, paper 4473 dispositions, exempt transfer, assemble and disassemble

Assemble

Record the assembly of firearms

Disassemble

Record the disassembly of firearms

Retail Transactions

e4473 (Start Section A)

Allows transferee or buyer to start e4473 section A in kiosk mode

e4473 (Transfer Section B)

Allow transferee or buyer to complete e4473 section B in kiosk mode

4473 eStorage

Electronically store 4473 documents

Paper 4473

Create a paper 4473 disposition

Upload 4473 Transactions

Download template and upload paper 4473 transactions

Access Orchid POS

Access your POS system

Special Transactions

Assign Firearm

Temporarily assign firearm employee

Return Firearm

Return a temporarily assigned firearms

Theft/Loss

Document any inventory that is lost or stolen

Found

Document any inventory that has been found

Destroy

Destroy and dispose inventory

Corrections

Search for a serial number and make corrections

Bulk Correct

Make corrections to multiple entries at once

FFL Management

Set Current Bound Book

Switch between alternate bound books that you have access to

Create / Modify FFL and Bound Book

Create new or modify existing bound books

Part Master Data

Record of all the firearm parts and accessories

Customer Master Data

Add, modify and query customer information

Vendor Master Data

Add, modify and query vendor information

Upload Master Data

Download part, customer or vendor templates to bulk add, edit and delete master data

Serial Number Inventory Tool (SNIT)

Compare your Bound Book inventory against your physical inventory

Search Queries

Search/Query

Query A&D entries and export data

Search/Query (NFA Only)

Query NFA A&D entries and export data

On-Hand Firearms

Query all open dispositions

On-Hand Firearms (NFA Only)

Query all open NFA dispositions

Inventory Location

Search for serialized inventory locations

Multi Book Search

Search for serialized inventory across multiple bound books to run A&D or NFA history and dispositions reports

ATF Traces

Run a report using one or multiple serial numbers to trace the origin of a firearm and transaction history

ATF NTC Reports

Opt-into the ATF NTC Connect program for the ability to directly transmit NTC files without manual intervention

Access Prior Reports

Re-download previous reports

Configurations

Support Center

Run a report using one or multiple serial numbers to trace the origin of a firearm and transaction history

Manage Users

Add users and set permission levels

Automate Backup

In accordance with ATF Ruling 2016-1, configure and create automated daily backups

Account Settings

Manage billing details, enable additional features and integrations, configure batch processing options, activate API controls and more

Operational Reports

API Error Log

Review, filter and export API error logs

Item Detail

Locate Transaction by Serial Number or Bound Book Row ID

Online Sales

Review all online sales transaction history

Operations

Run operational reports by specific transaction types and filters such as sku, customer, custom notes and more

Retail Reports

e4473 Reports

Filter search and run reports for e4473s that have been completed, denied or in progress

Multiple Sales Forms 3310.4 and 3310.12

Filter, search and run reports for all completed 3310.4 and 3310.12 forms

Special Reports

Temporary Assignments

Filter by bound book, serial number or keyword to generate temporary assignments reports with firearm details and assignment status (open/returned)

Corrections Log

Filter by bound book, serial number or keyword to generate A&D correction log reports

FFL Report

FFL Expiration

Search for and generate a report to preview customer, vendor or your own FFL expiration status

Find out why FFLs are moving away from alternative bound book software and upgrading to Orchid eBound™

Orchid is an NSSF preferred vendor

Automation

Automatically log completed e4473 into the bound book, record serialized firearms, create daily backups, store document in the cloud and much more

Simplify ATF Compliance

Comply with ATF Rulings 2016-1, -2 ,-3, and 2021R-05, ATF Form 4473 (Dec. 2022), and directly integrate to ATF FFL eZ Check database.

Attorney Defense 100% Guaranteed Against ATF Revocations*

The only bound book software owned and operated by a compliance and legal firm.

Native & 3rd Party Integrations

Integrate with your favorite ERP, POS or ecommerce software to eliminate dual entry and streamline processes

Unlimited Usage

Don’t pay more for additional bound books, get unlimited and make unlimited transactions.

FFL Expert Premier Support

Tired of your bound book provider lacking in customer service? Orchid offers premier support to help with all of your FFL technology and compliance questions

Automate processes to simplify FFL operations

Orchid eBound™ offers a variety of features to reduce manual entry, the risk of error and the amount of time spent on FFL operations.

Automate the process of recording firearms transactions, including the date, the type of firearm, the manufacturer and model, and the buyer's information.

Automatically check if transactions comply with federal and state regulations, such as verifying the buyer's firearms license and ensuring that the firearm is not prohibited.

Automatically store FFL documentation in secure electronic storage, which can help protect against loss or theft of physical bound books and reduce costs.

Comply with ATF regulation

Always be prepared for ATF inspections with accurate FFL records.

Comply with ATF Rulings 2016-1, -2 ,-3, 2021R-05, and ATF Form 4473 (Dec. 2022)

Reduce the need to manual enter data and prevent non-regulatory errors with built in integrations such as ATF FFL EZ check and Orchid eState

Need a quick ATF trace report? Enter one or more serial numbers for instant trace and inspection reporting.

4473 eStorage Now Available

Looking to digitally store 4473 documents? Reduce your legal / regulatory risk and eliminate wasted labor and paper costs with 4473 eStorage for eBound – Starting at just $5 /mo!

Upload, manage, modify, and store your 4473 documents electronically

Cut paper printing costs and save valuable storage space

Includes Orchid's Rapid Review technology, which actively monitors 4473 activity and instantly alerts you to costly mistakes that can be difficult to detect on your own

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Automate Internal Auditing with ATF Rapid Review

Optimize your A&D book and 4473 transaction reviews with automation, saving time and money while minimizing compliance risks.

Rapid Review lives up to its name by auditing your A&D book and 4473 transactions in seconds with just a click.

Set up recurring internal audits and receive the results via email to proactively manage risk, minimize fines, penalties, and regulatory scrutiny, and safeguard your reputation and finances.

Included with all A&D plans at no additional cost!

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Native and 3rd party integrations

Orchid eBound™ natively integrates with other Orchid software as well as various 3rd party ERP, POS and ecommerce software.

Natively integrates with Orchid eStorage™, Orchid Pay™, Orchid eSerial™, Orchid POS™, Orchid eCommerce™ and Orchid eState™

Integrate with the ERP of your choice such as Fishbowl, Oracle Netsuite, Epicore and more

Eliminate dual entries and streamline your operations

Integrations&

Unlimited usage

Orchid eBound™ is the perfect solution for your FFL business. With no hidden fees or limitations, you’ll enjoy the flexibility you need to run your business smoothly and efficiently. Say goodbye to the hassle and hello to simplicity with Orchid eBound™.

Unlimited Users

Unlimited Bound Books

Unlimited A&D Entries and 4473s

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Inventory management

Streamline operations with Orchid Inventory Management™, an add-on that enables your bound book to assign inventory to specific locations or staff members.

Maintain control and status of inventory by GCA / NFA type, New/Used Status and ATF 2010-1 Temporary Assignments.

Assign inventory to a physical location

Run reports by location or employee assignment

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Time saving features

Save time with user-friendly features to simplify operations.

Bulk serial number processing, cut/paste batch import or spreadsheet upload for large transactions.

Orchid eBound™ retains prior item, vendors and customer data in easy to access master tables so you don't need to keep typing in the same information.

FFL type ahead and auto complete will autofill the names of ATF firearm types, your

Washington State SAFE Integration

Processing background checks in Washington State is now centralized within the Washington State Patrol (WSP). Orchid eBound™ integrates with the Secure Automated Firearms E-Check (SAFE) system to streamline the background check process through a unified system.

Firearm transferees encounter additional Washington-required questions appended to Section B of the 4473 or 4473 Kiosk

When users reach Section C, they can now effortlessly submit a Washington State background check through an API-enabled button

Automatically generates the Washington State Firearm Transfer Application (FIR-652-001)

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