CFC Tactical Resource Center

Master Massachusetts firearm laws and safety. The CFC Tactical Resource Center offers expert guides, compliance checklists, and essential information to ensure you are a safe, legal, and responsible firearm owner.

How to Apply for an LTC or FID Card

Our complete step-by-step guide to navigating the application process for your License to Carry or FID card in Massachusetts.

Understanding FFL Transfers

Learn what an FFL transfer is, why it’s required by law, and how our process works for both local and online purchases.

Checking Out With GunTab

Learn about GunTab, the secure escrow service we use to protect every transaction and ensure a safe and compliant purchase.

Firearm Special Orders

Can’t find the specific firearm you’re looking for in our current inventory? Learn about our process for sourcing and special ordering items directly for you.

MA Firearm Compliance Guide

A detailed guide to help you understand what makes a handgun, rifle or shotgun compliant with current state laws in Massachusetts as of July 2025.

MA Safe Storage & Handling

Learn the essentials of responsible ownership, including Massachusetts-compliant safe storage options and best practices for handling firearms safely.

Action Shooting & Competition Guides

Action shooting is one of the most rewarding ways to build your firearm skills under pressure. To help our customers get started, we’ve partnered with our friends at MAActionShooting.com to provide a collection of expert guides on everything from the essential gear you’ll need to what to expect at your very first match.

Action Shooting Gear Guide

Learn about the essential gear you need to get started in action shooting, from competition belts and holsters to eye/ear protection and timers.

Training for Action Shooting

Discover the fundamentals of action shooting. This video library covers essential skills, from mastering your grip to improving target acquisition.

Complete Guide to Your First Match

Everything you need to know before you show up to your first competition, including how to find and register for a match, range etiquette, and what to expect.

Pistol Modifications & Upgrades

Explore common and preferred performance upgrades for competition pistols, from trigger jobs, barrels and optics to magwells and recoil systems.