Gun Manufacturing

Gun Industry Defect Notices and Safety Warnings

Gunmakers regularly produce defective firearms, yet because of the industry’s unique lack of health and safety regulation, there is no federal agency that can require a gun manufacturer to recall defective guns or ammunition or warn consumers of any possible safety hazard.

Firearms Production

Firearms are one of America’s most common consumer products. Yet, surprisingly little is known about the manufacturers of handguns, rifles, and shotguns in our nation. This page offers a collection of documents detailing the production of firearms in the United States.

Regulate Firearms Like Other Consumer Products

Guns are the only consumer products manufactured in the United States that are not subject to federal health and safety regulation. All other products that Americans use or come into contact with are regulated by a federal health and safety agency. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) regulates household and recreational products such as toasters, […]

“Smart” Guns

In theory, a “smart” or “personalized” gun prevents anyone but an “authorized user” from firing it. Yet, strong concerns regarding the feasibility of “smart” guns and their potential real-world impact on gun death remain unanswered.

Bump-Fires and Similar Devices

Marketing Guns to Children

Gun Manufacturing

Gun Industry Defect Notices and Safety Warnings

Firearms Production

Regulate Firearms Like Other Consumer Products

“Smart” Guns