Gunsmiths

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Answers to some common questions on the definitions of a gunsmith, licensing and recordkeeping requirements.

Does a gunsmith need to enter every firearm received for adjustment or repair into an acquisition and disposition (A&D) record?

Is a license needed to engage in the business of engraving, customizing, refinishing or repairing firearms?

Is a licensed gunsmith required to comply with the requirements to give written notification to handgun transferees and post signs regarding juveniles and handguns?

Does a licensed gunsmith have to conduct a NICS background check before returning repaired or customized firearms?

Is an ATF Form 4473 required when a gunsmith returns a repaired firearm?

May a gunsmith make immediate repairs at locations other than their place of business?

May a licensed gunsmith receive an NFA firearm for purposes of repair?