What does Badger Forge Firearms offer?
Badger Forge Firearms is a Wisconsin-based FFL business offering inquiry-based firearm transfers, inventory questions, special orders, gunsmithing, parts manufacturing, optics, ammunition, accessories, and NFA item support.
How do firearm transfers work?
Start by submitting a transfer inquiry. Wait for confirmation from Badger Forge Firearms before arranging shipment. After the item is received, Badger Forge Firearms will follow up about appointment scheduling, paperwork, identification, and background check steps.
What are the transfer fees?
Current listed transfer fees are $50 for handgun transfers, $50 for long gun or rifle transfers, and $75 for NFA transfers.
Can I ship a firearm before contacting Badger Forge Firearms?
No. Do not arrange shipment before receiving confirmation from Badger Forge Firearms.
Do website forms complete a purchase or transfer?
No. Submitting an inquiry does not complete a sale, order, firearm transfer, NFA transfer, background check, application, reservation, or gunsmithing/service authorization.
Can I pay online?
Online payment is not currently enabled. Invoices or payment instructions may be provided only after Badger Forge Firearms reviews and confirms the request.
What does a manual invoice mean?
A manual invoice is a reviewed billing record or payment instruction follow-up. Payment or invoice issuance does not complete a firearm transfer, NFA transfer, background check, legal eligibility review, sale, order, reservation, or service authorization.
Do you publish your address?
No public street address is listed on the website. Address provided after appointment and transfer confirmation.
What do I need to bring for a transfer appointment?
Customers should bring required identification and any confirmation details requested during appointment coordination. Required paperwork and background check steps must be completed before any transfer can proceed.
What happens if a background check is delayed?
If a background check is delayed, Badger Forge Firearms will follow the applicable process and provide follow-up about next steps when available.
What happens if a background check is denied?
If a background check is denied, the transfer cannot be completed through the website or appointment process. Badger Forge Firearms will follow applicable requirements and provide appropriate next-step information.
Do you handle NFA items?
Badger Forge Firearms supports eligible NFA item transfer inquiries. NFA items require additional paperwork, coordination, and compliance steps. Submitting an NFA inquiry does not complete an NFA application, approval, sale, or transfer.
Do you offer special orders?
Yes. Use the special order inquiry form to share item details, brand, model, caliber, and budget range. Submitting an inquiry does not complete a sale, order, firearm transfer, NFA transfer, background check, application, reservation, or gunsmithing/service authorization.
Are inventory listings guaranteed?
No. Items shown are listed for availability and inquiry purposes only. Website listings do not guarantee current stock, pricing, eligibility, or approval.
Can I hold an item online?
No. The website starts an inquiry only. Availability and next steps must be confirmed by Badger Forge Firearms.
Do you offer gunsmithing or parts manufacturing?
Yes. Gunsmithing and parts manufacturing inquiries are reviewed before appointment scheduling, estimates, approval, or project work. Work does not begin until the request is reviewed, the item is accepted, and next steps are confirmed.
Is the business appointment-only?
Yes. Appointments are by confirmation only. Please wait for confirmation before arriving, arranging shipment, or bringing any item for service.
Does submitting a form complete a sale, order, or transfer?
No. Submitting an inquiry does not complete a sale, order, firearm transfer, NFA transfer, background check, application, reservation, or gunsmithing/service authorization. All services are subject to applicable federal, state, and local law.