Custom builds, Cerakote, NFA transfers, and shop notes — straight from the bench in Andrews, TX.
Caliber, barrel length, stock choice, and finish — what actually matters when you're building a West Texas hunting rifle. Permian Basin perspective, no fluff.
Real diagnostic work vs. parts swapping — what it looks like, red flags to watch for, and why the right FFL matters when someone's working on your firearm.
The $200 tax stamp is gone, but the transfer process is still there. Here's what's actually different in 2026 for Permian Basin buyers — and why working with a local SOT-licensed dealer still matters.
The ATF moved Form 4 suppressor transfers to mandatory eFile in 2024. Current wait times, common mistakes that get applications rejected, and what to bring when you drop off at the shop.
If you've looked into getting your firearm refinished, you've heard of Cerakote. It's on probably half the firearms at any gun show. But the name alone doesn't tell you much — and not every "Cerakote" job is the same.