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[NugginFutz]

No, you go to jail and then you don't have to pay taxes. Lots of companies pay there fee's to the ATF and state to do this work so making or altering fire arms is not like painting your buddies car.

Changing or altering the performance and even the finish of a barrel is manufacturing. Type 7 FFL is required, I have discussed this with the ATF and confirmed it numerous times. Parkerizing or even Cerakote the barrel enhances the life of the barrel so it is manufacturing. Simple and if you want to take that risk go ahead. Those that offer that service should know the law and probably carry the correct FFL but it is the responsibility of the gun owner to confirm they do have the correct licenses. In other words, request the FFL information before you send your firearms or parts to anyone for work. Saying I didn't know doesn't work with the ATF.

I was not going to mention this but once your barrel is in the possession of someone who does not have the FFL Type 7 and starts to do anything to them, everything in the persons possession COULD be confiscated as evidence. And no barrel.. Painting the stocks or hand guards is ok, but the receivers, with Serial Numbers, barrels and any modifications to enhance the performance is manufacturing.

Again, be cautious and I bet the ATF follows forums. They are watching so don't do what you know is wrong....

Tedward - as indicated in the highlighted portions of ATF Rule 2009-1, posted earlier, it makes it quite clear an 07 FFL (Manufacturer) is not required for people who are painting, camouflaging firearms as a business. Only an 01 FFL is required.

From the above quote, it concludes:

[INDENT]Held, any person who engages in an activity or process that primarily adds to or
changes a firearm's appearance by camouflaging the firearm by painting, dipping, or
applying tape does not need to be licensed as a manufacturer under the Gun Control Act.

Held further, any person who engages in an activity or process that primarily adds to
or changes a firearm's appearance by engraving the external surface of the firearm does not
need to be licensed as a manufacturer under the Gun Control Act.

Held further, any person who is licensed as a dealer, which includes a gunsmith, and
who camouflages or engraves firearms as described in this ruling does not need to be
licensed as a manufacturer under the Gun Control Act.

Held further, any person who is engaged in the business of camouflaging or
engraving firearms as described in this ruling must be licensed as a dealer, which includes
a gunsmith, under the Gun Control Act.[/INDENT]

If you have heard something different, it would be best to get it in writing. If you have something in writing that postdates the above official rule from the ATF, I'd appreciate your sharing that, as well.