Class III

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Class III and NFA Items

Class III / NFA at Backwater Guns & Outfitters.

Backwater Guns & Outfitters is proud to be an NFA Class III dealer, offering one of the region’s best selections of suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), short-barreled shotguns (SBSs), factory-suppressed firearms, and fully transferable machine guns- along with the guidance you need to purchase them with total confidence.

Looking for serious protection? As Wilmington’s exclusive Liberty dealer, Backwater Guns carries Liberty Safes built in the USA and backed by a lifetime warranty. Click here to explore in-stock models and find the perfect safe for your home.

Class III and CCW Specialists.

Our Class III experts and certified instructors make the process simple from start to finish.

Suppressors (Silencers)

We carry top brands like SilencerCo, Dead Air, SureFire, Rugged, Sig Sauer, Energetic Armament, and more. Whether you’re hunting, protecting your hearing, or improving accuracy, we’ll help you choose the perfect suppressor for your firearm and caliber.

Short-Barreled Rifles & Shotguns

Looking to go compact? Explore high-performance SBRs & SBSs from Daniel Defense, Q, BCM, Sig Sauer, IWI, PSA, and other respected manufacturers- tactical, reliable, and built to run.

Machine Guns & Collector NFA Items

We maintain a rotating inventory of transferable full-autos and rare collectibles, and can also help locate specific models for serious buyers and collectors.

We Handle the Process For You

We’re here to make it easy, legal, and stress-free, so you can enjoy the next level of firearms ownership.

NFA trusts vs. individual filings

Choose to register your NFA item under your name- or set up a firearms trust that allows multiple responsible parties (family members, partners, etc.) to legally possess the item. We’ll explain the pros, cons, and help you determine which route is right for your situation.

Fingerprinting and Form 4 paperwork

Every NFA purchase requires a Form 4 application and fingerprint cards for ATF background processing. We’ll prepare and walk you through all required documentation- saving you time, confusion, and headaches.

Tax stamp purchases

Each suppressor, SBR, or machine gun requires a $200 federal tax stamp. We’ll submit it on your behalf during the filing process and ensure you get timely confirmation and tracking.

ATF e-file submissions

We use the ATF’s digital e-file system to submit your paperwork electronically- cutting wait times significantly compared to older mail-in forms.

Secure in-store storage during the approval wait

While your NFA item is waiting on approval, we keep it safely locked and secured here at Backwater- ensuring it’s protected until your tax stamp is issued and you’re cleared to take it home.

Start Your Class III Journey!

Whether you’re purchasing your first suppressor or building a collection, trust the team that shooters across North Carolina rely on.