Questions about an FFL??

[DaveTN]

As I get closer to retirement I have thought about putting some machines in my garage for doing some part time work. (I’m a Toolmaker)

Some of that work could include gunsmithing. The problem with that is shipping firearms back and forth. So I thought I would throw out these questions to see if anyone knew the answers.

I hear that they have cracked down on people buying FFL’s for their own personal use and they now require you to be “actively selling†firearms. What about people that don’t want to sell, but want to do custom or repair work? Do they pull your FFL if you don’t sell enough?

I have also heard that they now check with your city to see if the city has any special zoning requirements prior to issuing an FFL. Anyone know if that is true or what Murfreesboro’s requirements are?

I know I could call them and get the answers, but I’m not to that point yet and just thought I would throw it out for discussion.

[Guest bkelm18]

Yes you have to comply with local zoning ordinances and many places will not allow you to have an 01FFL without a storefront. As far as getting an 01FFL, since you won't be selling, it's unlikely that you'd be approved. Take a look at this thread, a lot of good info was tossed around:

http://www.tngunowners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=9387

[BimmerFreak]

You should apply for a Type 07 FFL.

This is a manufacturers license, and will allow you to build, repair, and sell firearms.

You will need to make sure you are zoned for this at your home address, but you have a very good shot at getting approved.