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Questions? Contact DC Training & Tactics

📧 don@dctrainingandtactics.com

📞 (425) 780-7171

📍 Snohomish, WA

By Appointment Only

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DC Training & Tactics, LLC is a federally licensed firearms dealer (FFL) and SOT (07/02) operating in full compliance with all applicable federal and Washington State laws.

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Transfer Fees

 

• $55 – Standard firearm transfers (includes applicable Washington State background check fees)

• $75 – NFA item transfers

 

All transfer paperwork must be completed on the premises.

 

Paperwork is handled by appointment only. Please contact DC Training & Tactics directly to schedule a time to complete and certify your paperwork.

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Identification Requirements (Washington State)

 

You must present a valid, unexpired Washington State driver’s license reflecting your current residential address.

 

If your address does not match your current residence, you must provide supporting government documentation showing your current address. Acceptable documents include:

 

• Vehicle registration

• Trailer registration

• Boat registration

• Other government-issued documentation reflecting your residence

 

If you are unsure whether your documentation is acceptable, contact DC Training & Tactics before initiating a transfer.

 

 

Age & Eligibility Requirements

 

Under current Washington law, individuals must be 21 years of age to purchase or transfer firearms through a licensed dealer.

 

You must be legally eligible to possess firearms under both federal and Washington State law.

 

If you have a questionable criminal history or are unsure of your eligibility, contact DC Training & Tactics before initiating a transfer.

 

If a transfer is denied and the firearm must be returned to the seller, the purchaser is responsible for any applicable restocking fees and return shipping costs.

 

 

Washington State Legal Compliance

 

DC Training & Tactics strictly complies with all Washington State and federal firearm laws, including:

 

• Mandatory waiting periods

• Magazine capacity restrictions

• Restrictions on certain semi-automatic firearms

 

DC Training & Tactics will not sell, transfer, or distribute magazines that exceed Washington State’s legal capacity limits.

 

Firearms determined to be non-compliant with Washington State law will not be transferred or released. The purchaser will be responsible for all costs associated with returning the firearm to the originating FFL or seller.

 

It is the purchaser’s responsibility to ensure that any firearm shipped to DC Training & Tactics complies with Washington State law prior to shipment.

 

 

Waiting Period (Washington State)

 

Washington State requires a mandatory 10 business-day waiting period for firearm transfers.

 

The waiting period begins once the required background check and paperwork have been submitted.

 

Firearms will not be released until:

 

• The 10 business-day waiting period has elapsed, and

• Lawful clearance has been received.

 

 

NFA Transfers (Suppressors, Short-Barreled Rifles, etc.)

 

DC Training & Tactics is a Silencer Shop dealer and maintains an active SOT.

 

All NFA transfers are processed through Silencer Shop.

 

Individuals initiating NFA paperwork must have:

 

• A Silencer Shop account

• An active ATF eForms account

 

It is extremely important that all personal information entered on your Silencer Shop account and your ATF eForms account matches exactly. Mismatched information may delay your Form 4 processing.

 

Effective January 1, 2026, the federal transfer tax for suppressors and other NFA items is currently assessed at $0.

NFA registration and ATF approval requirements remain fully in effect.

 

Average ATF Form 4 approval times vary.

 

You will be notified by DC Training & Tactics when your NFA item is ready for pickup. At that time:

 

• You must appear in person

• Complete ATF Form 4473

• Upon lawful clearance, you may take possession the same day

 

It is strongly recommended that you print and retain copies of your approved Form 4 and remain in compliance with all ATF and NFA documentation requirements.

 

 

Purchasing Firearms Through DC Training & Tactics

 

After purchasing a firearm through DC Training & Tactics, you will be notified when it arrives and is ready for transfer paperwork.

 

All paperwork must be completed in person and by appointment.

 

If you choose to have a firearm shipped to another FFL dealer, you may be responsible for applicable shipping fees in addition to any transfer fees charged by the receiving dealer.

 

DC Training & Tactics does not ship firearms directly to non-licensed individuals.

 

 

Private Sales (Washington State)

 

Private firearm sales must be completed through a licensed FFL.

 

For private sale transfers:

 

• Both the seller and buyer must be present

• Valid government-issued identification is required for both parties

• All state and federal transfer laws apply

 

DC Training & Tactics will retain the firearm for secure storage until:

 

• The required background check has been completed, and

• The mandatory 10 business-day waiting period has elapsed

 

The firearm will be released only after lawful clearance.

 

 

Shipping Firearms to DC Training & Tactics

 

If you are having a firearm shipped to DC Training & Tactics for transfer, please have the seller or retailer contact:

 

don@dctrainingandtactics.com

 

to request a copy of our FFL and SOT documentation.

 

As the purchaser, you are responsible for forwarding:

 

• A copy of your purchase receipt

• Any tracking numbers associated with the shipment

 

This ensures proper tracking and intake of your firearm.

 

It is the purchaser’s responsibility to confirm the firearm is compliant with Washington State law prior to shipment.

 

 

AR-15 Parts & Accessories

 

Certain firearm parts and accessories remain lawful to purchase under Washington law. However, some items may not be shipped directly to residential addresses and may require transfer through a licensed FFL.

 

DC Training & Tactics provides select compliant firearm parts and consumable accessories to customers.

 

To initiate an order, please contact DC Training & Tactics directly.

 

 

Gunsmithing Services

 

DC Training & Tactics provides limited gunsmithing services.

 

If you have questions regarding maintenance, repair, or lawful modifications, please contact DC Training & Tactics directly for consultation.

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