Orchid eBound™

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

Starting as low as $20 per month

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!

4473 eStorage | ATF Rapid Review

NSSF Preferred Vendor

Available Plans: Retail Compliance

Customers: Retail – Distribution – Manufacturing

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Electronic 4473s processed daily

Bound book transactions

ATF compliant with attorney backing

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
FFL Transfer
- Record the transfer of firearms out of inventory to another FFL
Exempt Transfer
- Record firearms transactions that are exempt from background checks and other requirements under federal law
Assemble
- Record the assembly of firearms
Disassemble
- Record the disassembly of firearms
Upload Transactions
- Download templates and upload various transactions such as, serialize, receive, transfer, paper 4473 dispositions, exempt transfer, assemble and disassemble

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Configurations

Support Center
- Access help desk and live support
Manage Users
- Add users and set permission levels
Account Settings
- Manage billing details, enable additional features and integrations, configure batch processing options, activate API controls and more
Automate Backup
- In accordance with ATF Ruling 2016-1, configure and create automated daily backups

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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

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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

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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

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
FFL Transfer
- Record the transfer of firearms out of inventory to another FFL
Exempt Transfer
- Record firearms transactions that are exempt from background checks and other requirements under federal law
Assemble
- Record the assembly of firearms
Disassemble
- Record the disassembly of firearms
Upload Transactions
- Download templates and upload various transactions such as, serialize, receive, transfer, paper 4473 dispositions, exempt transfer, assemble and disassemble

Retail 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
FFL Transfer
- Record the transfer of firearms out of inventory to another FFL
Exempt Transfer
- Record firearms transactions that are exempt from background checks and other requirements under federal law
Assemble
- Record the assembly of firearms
Disassemble
- Record the disassembly of firearms
Upload Transactions
- Download templates and upload various transactions such as, serialize, receive, transfer, paper 4473 dispositions, exempt transfer, assemble and disassemble

Special 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
FFL Transfer
- Record the transfer of firearms out of inventory to another FFL
Exempt Transfer
- Record firearms transactions that are exempt from background checks and other requirements under federal law
Assemble
- Record the assembly of firearms
Disassemble
- Record the disassembly of firearms
Upload Transactions
- Download templates and upload various transactions such as, serialize, receive, transfer, paper 4473 dispositions, exempt transfer, assemble and disassemble

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

Configuration

Support Center
- Access help desk and live support
Manage Users
- Add users and set permission levels
Account Settings
- Manage billing details, enable additional features and integrations, configure batch processing options, activate API controls and more
Automate Backup
- In accordance with ATF Ruling 2016-1, configure and create automated daily backups

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 Reports

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

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Automation

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

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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.

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Attorney Defense 100% Guaranteed Against ATF

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

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Native & 3rd Party Integrations

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

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Unlimited Usage

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

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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.

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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.

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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

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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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Batch Serial Number Processing - FFL Bound Book

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

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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.