So I'm thinking about getting my FFL and I know there are thousands of questions out there, but I've got a few specific ones I haven't managed to answer myself yet. (I know the answers are probably out there and I do plan to keep digging myself, but man if it's not difficult to get clear information about all this).
Question 1: Do I have to be a resident of the state in which I am applying for my FFL? Or is it possible to be a business partner with someone currently in the state?
Background: I am planning on leaving my current state of residence soon. So I've been waiting to get settled again before I apply. But I currently have access to a brick and mortar location in the state I grew up in (parents still reside there) and I plan to be back there within a few years. So if I could go ahead and set up there and do small business on the side then that might be my best option.
Question 2: I would probably plan on getting a type 1 FFL and maybe class 3 SOT... pretty standard. Is it worthwhile to also get a type 8 and a class 1 SOT?
Background: I realize that all major manufacturers of non-NFA have deals with importers so it doesn't seem like the type 8 FFL will ever be necessary (unless the class 1 SOT is). But I'm not clear on whether the class 1 SOT is worthwhile. Where do dealers purchase samples for items made by foreign manufacturers? Do major companies also have deals with domestic manufacturers or importers for NFA items?
IE: I get a demo letter from local LEO for a FN SCAR automatic rifle. Is that purchased from a domestic manufacturer or someone with an importer agreement? Or is it possible to purchase directly from the foreign company and therefore need the SOT for the importer as well? (Maybe this specific gun and company isn't the best example, but I'm just not clear on where dealers get their hands on samples if they're not buying from other dealers that already have one.)
Anyway... just looking for general information or advice. All information is appreciated. Pointing to the source of the information would be even better. Opinions... well I guess those can't be stopped.
Thanks guys.
Question 1: Do I have to be a resident of the state in which I am applying for my FFL? Or is it possible to be a business partner with someone currently in the state?
Background: I am planning on leaving my current state of residence soon. So I've been waiting to get settled again before I apply. But I currently have access to a brick and mortar location in the state I grew up in (parents still reside there) and I plan to be back there within a few years. So if I could go ahead and set up there and do small business on the side then that might be my best option.
Question 2: I would probably plan on getting a type 1 FFL and maybe class 3 SOT... pretty standard. Is it worthwhile to also get a type 8 and a class 1 SOT?
Background: I realize that all major manufacturers of non-NFA have deals with importers so it doesn't seem like the type 8 FFL will ever be necessary (unless the class 1 SOT is). But I'm not clear on whether the class 1 SOT is worthwhile. Where do dealers purchase samples for items made by foreign manufacturers? Do major companies also have deals with domestic manufacturers or importers for NFA items?
IE: I get a demo letter from local LEO for a FN SCAR automatic rifle. Is that purchased from a domestic manufacturer or someone with an importer agreement? Or is it possible to purchase directly from the foreign company and therefore need the SOT for the importer as well? (Maybe this specific gun and company isn't the best example, but I'm just not clear on where dealers get their hands on samples if they're not buying from other dealers that already have one.)
Anyway... just looking for general information or advice. All information is appreciated. Pointing to the source of the information would be even better. Opinions... well I guess those can't be stopped.
Thanks guys.