Alaska Product Restrictions

We comply with all Alaska and federal laws governing the sale and shipment of firearms, ammunition, and related products. Below are the restrictions applicable to Alaska residents.

Shipping Restrictions for Firearms

1. FFL Requirement: All firearms must be shipped to a Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL). The recipient must complete a federal background check before taking possession.

2. Age Restrictions:

• Rifles and shotguns: Must be 18 or older.

• Handguns: Must be 21 or older.

3. Local Restrictions: Alaska does not impose additional state-level requirements for shipping firearms.

Semi-Automatic Rifle Restrictions

1. No Statewide Restrictions: Alaska allows the purchase, possession, and use of semi-automatic rifles without state-level restrictions.

2. Federal Compliance: Rifles must comply with federal regulations, including the National Firearms Act (NFA), where applicable.

Semi-Automatic Shotgun Restrictions

1. No Statewide Restrictions: Semi-automatic shotguns are legal to purchase and possess under Alaska law.

2. Federal Compliance: Shotguns with barrel lengths under 18 inches or overall lengths under 26 inches are considered NFA items and require federal registration.

Handgun Restrictions

1. No Statewide Restrictions: Handguns are legal to purchase and possess in Alaska.

2. Age Restriction: Buyers must be 21 or older to purchase a handgun from a licensed dealer.

3. Permitless Carry: Alaska allows permitless open and concealed carry for individuals 21 years and older who can legally possess a firearm.

Firearm Magazine Restrictions

1. No Statewide Restrictions: Alaska imposes no limits on magazine capacity for rifles, shotguns, or handguns.

Ammunition Restrictions

1. No Statewide Restrictions: Most ammunition is legal to sell and possess in Alaska.

2. Prohibited Ammunition: Federal restrictions apply, including the prohibition of armor-piercing handgun ammunition.

3. Age Restrictions:

• Rifle and shotgun ammunition: Must be 18 or older.

• Handgun ammunition: Must be 21 or older.

4. No direct shipments of ammunition.  Ammo must be shipped using a freight forwarding service.

Firearm Accessory Restrictions

1. No Statewide Restrictions: Alaska does not regulate firearm accessories, including:

• Suppressors (silencers).

• Bump stocks or trigger cranks.

• Forward grips or other modifications.

2. Federal Compliance: Accessories like suppressors and short-barreled rifle (SBR) conversion kits are regulated under the NFA and require federal registration.

Pepper Spray Restrictions

1. No Statewide Restrictions: Pepper spray is legal to purchase and possess in Alaska.

2. Age Requirement: Buyers should be 18 or older to purchase pepper spray.

Knife Restrictions

1. No Statewide Restrictions: Alaska does not impose restrictions on the types of knives residents may own, carry, or sell.

2. Concealed Carry: Knives may be carried openly or concealed without restriction.

Military and Law Enforcement Exemptions

1. General Exemptions:

• Law enforcement officers (LEOs) and active-duty military personnel acting in their official capacity may be exempt from certain federal regulations, such as NFA tax stamp requirements for duty use.

• Alaska law does not impose additional restrictions requiring exemptions.

2. Proof of Exemption: Proper identification, such as department-issued credentials or military orders, may be required to qualify for federal exemptions.

This summary provides an overview of product restrictions in Alaska. For additional clarification, please consult local authorities or legal counsel.