Category Archives: ATF

The easiest way to understand the arm brace rule

During one of the virtual training sessions the ATF held earlier this week, one of the presenters made a statement that I think bears repeating.  While it isn’t 100% perfect, I think it can help eliminate some of the misunderstandings … Continue reading

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The arm brace rule (2021R-08F) has been published in the Federal Register, so what do we do next?

As of January 31, 2023, the arm brace rule (2021R-08F) has been published in the Federal Register. and therefore, has the force and effect of law (unless overturned in the future by a legal challenge). If you own an arm … Continue reading

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Arm Brace Amnesty Period Countdown

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Documenting the date you assigned your arm brace pistol to your trust

The ATF has taken the position that, in order to register an SBR under the free tax stamp provision of the arm brace rule (2021R-08F), the pistol must  have already been assigned to, or owned by, the trust prior to … Continue reading

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The arm brace rule (2021R-08F) will be published January 31, 2023, so get those arm-braced equipped pistols in your trust today!

As of today the arm brace rule (2021R-08F) is in the Public Inspection Issue with a proposed date of publication in the Federal Register of tomorrow, January 31, 2023. Therefore, if you intend to register an item you own that has … Continue reading

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