RMCS Arms
ANDREWS, TX · 35 MILES FROM MIDLAND · TYPE 07 FFL

The Gunsmith Midland Shooters Drive To

Type 07 FFL + Class 03 SOT. Custom builds, in-house Cerakote, suppressor transfers — and the same guy who answers the phone is the one who builds your gun. Ronald at RMCS Arms in Andrews.

35 Miles / ~40 min from Midland

Take TX-158 east through Gardendale, straight into Andrews. Ronald's working most days — call ahead or just show up during open hours.

TX-158 E Gardendale → Andrews · ~40 min · toll-free route
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Address
3108 S. Main St, Andrews, TX 79714
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Hours
Mon – Fri: 8am – 5pm
Sat: By appointment
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5 Reasons Midland Shooters Make the Drive

01
No other Manufacturer FFL in the Permian Basin

There's Fallin Custom Firearms and Cult Combat in Midland, but neither has a Class 03 SOT for suppressor transfers. If you're building an NFA item, you need someone who can handle it start to finish. We can.

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Big-box stores can't build from scratch

You go to Academy or Cabela's, you're buying what's on the shelf. If you want a custom rifle built to your specs — barrel, grip, trigger, brake — you need someone with a Type 07 FFL who actually machines. We do.

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Cerakote done right, not contracted out

Some shops "offer" Cerakote and ship it off to a third party. We spray it here, in our shop, in Andrews. That means better quality control, faster turnaround, and you talk to the guy doing the work — not a coordinator in another state.

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eForm 4 transfers handled on-site

Suppressor? SBR? Form 1 build? We process the transfers locally. No shipping back to Dallas or Houston waiting lists. You drop it off, we handle the rest.

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One operator. One builder. No runaround.

Ronald builds your gun. He's also the one who answers the phone. If you have a question about your build, you talk to the person actually doing the work.

Services Available to Midland Customers

Custom Builds

AR-15s, bolt-actions, and more — built to your specs, not a shelf pick. Type 07 FFL, every part sourced right.

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Cerakote

In-house application in all standard and custom colors. Applied by the builder, not sent out.

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Engraving

NFA engraving, serialized markings, and custom scroll work. Full laser and hand engraving capability.

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Suppressor Transfers

Class 03 SOT — eForm 4 transfers handled on-site. We manage the paperwork so you don't have to.

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Recent Work

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Midland Customers

Custom Build

// REPLACE WITH REAL REVIEW: Ronald did an incredible job on my custom build. The attention to detail on the action and trigger work was better than anything I've seen from the big manufacturers. Turn…

PLACEHOLDER — Mike T. Midland, TX
Cerakote Finish

// REPLACE WITH REAL REVIEW: Had my rifle cerakoted by RMCS Arms and the finish is flawless. He matched the color perfectly from the sample I brought in and the coating has held up perfectly through a…

PLACEHOLDER — Sarah K. Odessa, TX
Suppressor / NFA Transfer

// REPLACE WITH REAL REVIEW: Did a Form 3 transfer on my suppressor and it was the smoothest experience I've had — Ronald kept me updated at every step and had everything ready to pick up right when h…

PLACEHOLDER — Jake M. Andrews, TX
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Questions from Midland Customers

How long is the drive from Midland to your shop in Andrews?

About 35 miles and 40 minutes via TX-158 east. Straight shot — no small-town maze, no construction surprises (usually). Plug "RMCS Arms Andrews TX" into Google Maps and follow it. We keep the shop open during those hours so you won't show up to a locked door.

Do I need to drop off my firearm in person, or can I ship it?

You can do either. Most Midland customers drive it over — it's a short trip and you get to meet the guy working on your gun. If you can't make it, we accept shipped firearms from other FFLs. Just make sure the transfer paperwork is in order; we charge a $25 handling fee on transfers missing required info.

How does the suppressor transfer work if I live in Midland?

If you're buying a suppressor from an online vendor or another dealer, they ship it to us. We receive it under our Class 03 SOT, complete the eForm 4 transfer with the ATF, and notify you when it's ready for pickup. The whole process — from arrival to you walking out with your item — typically runs 90–180 days depending on ATF processing times. We've handled dozens of these; we know the paperwork.

Do you serve Greenwood or Gardendale?

Absolutely. Both are on the way — TX-158 runs right through Gardendale, and Greenwood is just off the route. Anyone driving in from those communities is coming the same direction we are anyway.

Can I get a custom build consultation without driving out first?

Yes. Most build conversations start over the phone or through the contact form. We talk through caliber, use case, budget, and timeline before any deposit is taken. Midland customers can do the whole consultation remotely and only make the drive when the build is ready for pickup — or to see the shop in person, which most people prefer at least once.

Suppressor Transfers in the Permian Basin

Wondering how the eForm process works for suppressor transfers? We break down the current timeline, what to bring to the shop, and how to avoid the big-city wait for Midland and Ector County residents.

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Send a Message

Tell us about your project. Ronald reads every inquiry personally and responds within one business day.

We don't share your information. Ronald replies within 1 business day.

Ready to get started?

Start a custom build, request a Cerakote quote, or just ask a question. Midland to Andrews is 40 minutes — the drive's worth it.

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