Do I need an FFL?

[simoncruzjr]

If I have design and manufacture a rifle part to improve an existing part do I need an FFL for this? I don't see anything at the BATF website. It just showed manufacturing a firearm. Any info is greatly appreciated. Thanks.

[Mssr. Eleganté]

No FFL required to manufacture parts that aren't considered a firearm. So if you aren't manufacturing frames/receivers you don't need an FFL.

You may need to register with the State Department and pay ITAR fees if the part you are in the business of making is considered "munitions" under the law. Most firearms parts are considered "munitions".

[efillc]

If all you sell is the part then there's no FFL needed.

If you buy the guns, remove the OEM part and install the upgraded part, and then resell the guns, you need a Type 07 FFL.

ITAR registration is what clobbers most people.