To view this site you need Adobe Flash Player and your browser must allow javaScripts. Go here to get the latest Flash Player. ATF Extends New 4473 Must-Use Date T he ATF, on Nov. 4, issued an open letter to all FFL dealers, extending the mandatory must-use date of the updated Form 4473. Previously, all FFLs dealers were required to begin using the updated Form 4473 no later than Nov. 15, 2008. “ATF realizes this date is during hunting season and this is a very busy time of year for the firearms industry. As Federal Firearms Licensees, you play a significant role in the transfer of firearms to consumers. ATF recognizes the shared obligation to ensure that persons ineligible under the law do not acquire firearms. Therefore, in an effort to prevent undue burden on you, the FFL, and to allow for proper training of employees, ATF will extend the mandatory must-use date of the new Form 4473 to Jan. 15, 2009,” wrote Carson W. Carroll, assistant director, enforcement program and services. Carroll advised dealers who have questions to contact their local ATF office. For copies of Form 4473, contact the ATF Distribution Center at (703) 445-7801 or, to order online, visit www.atf.gov/dcof/index.htm. Winchester Ammo Sales Increase O lin Corp. announced in late October it achieved record operating income of $87 million in the third quarter of 2008, an increase of 130 percent over the third quarter 2007 level of $37.8 million. Winchester Ammunition’s third quarter 2008 sales were $140.8 million, compared to $129 million in the third quarter of 2007. The combination of higher selling prices and increased law enforcement and government, including military, sales volumes were partially offset by lower sales volumes to commercial customers, according to Olin officials. Para Relocates To North Carolina ara is consolidating its manufacturing, assembly and warehousing operations to the Charlotte, N.C., area. Renovations of the Charlotte facility that will house Para USA Inc. were expected to be completed in November. Para officials say all existing orders and early 2009 orders will be processed through existing channels. “The consolidation process will be phased into North Carolina to keep a continuous supply of the Para firearms going to Para’s extensive network of distributors and dealers throughout the transition period,” a Para release said. Para’s service for all Para USA firearms will remain at its Tennessee Customer Service Center through the transition period, or until further notice. According to Para, by June 1, 2009, the final phase of the consolidation will be completed and all manufacturing, assembly and distribution of Para firearms will be done in Charlotte. Once staffing is completed in Charlotte, consumers, dealers and distributors will be notified of the new address and phone numbers for Para USA. For more information, visit www.paraord.com. P Pelican Products Named To Inc. Magazine List elican Products has been identified by Inc. Magazine as one of the nation’s fastestgrowing companies. The Inc. 5,000 list, published annually, highlights U.S.-based, privately held and independent companies with more than $2 million in revenues that have increased revenues significantly during the most recent three-year period. “During the past few years, we have aggressively pursued growth opportunities to expand our U.S. and international operations, enhance our product offerings and penetrate emerging markets,” said Pelican Products CEO Lyndon Faulkner. “Pelican’s future is bright, as we are continually creating new ways to serve global markets with our advanced lighting systems and virtually indestructible cases.” For more information, visit www.pelican.com. Circle No. 211 on Inquiry Card P SHOT SHOW SUPER ISSUE 2009 • www.shootingindustry.com 17