How Do You Start A Gun Company?
Opening your own gun company can be a challenge, but once you see your company’s logo on firearms that you produced, the tribulations will be worth the rewards. In order to be successful at firearms manufacturing, you will need the proper licensing, great products, suitable equipment, and strong advertising. As long as you follow the law, and keep safety and ease of use in mind, your company can be a success. Apply for a Type 7 Federal Firearms License (FFL) and Class 3 SOT (which stands for Special Occupational Tax) through the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms website. You cannot legally manufacture firearms in the United States without these two pieces of paper in hand. Learn to use a lathe and mill. Take gunsmith and machining classes to get practical experience in designing and manufacturing firearms. A degree in mechanical engineering is also beneficial. The machining courses can be taken at a local community college. A mechanical engineering degree requires attending
