Franklin Armory’s California Ingenuity: Beating the Gun Laws at Their Own Game

Published on February 10, 2026
Duration: 21:04

This video features Dan Dement from Franklin Armory discussing the company's history of innovating to comply with and circumvent California's complex firearms regulations. Key topics include the development of the bullet button, the binary firing system, and the new Prevail bolt-action rifle with 'Total Round Control.' Franklin Armory's strategy involves leveraging legal definitions and creating unique firearm designs to remain accessible in restrictive markets.

Quick Summary

Franklin Armory is renowned for its innovative approach to California's firearms regulations, pioneering solutions like the bullet button for AR-15s and the binary firing system. Their new Prevail rifle features 'Total Round Control,' a proprietary action designed to enhance reliability by combining benefits of controlled-round feed and push-feed mechanisms.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: California Gun Law Challenges
  2. 00:33Guest Introduction: Dan Dement, Franklin Armory
  3. 01:38History of Franklin Armory in California
  4. 03:06The Bullet Button Era
  5. 05:09Innovation: The Binary Firing System
  6. 08:05California Roster & AR Pistols (CA7, CA11)
  7. 09:27Introducing the Prevail Bolt-Action Rifle
  8. 10:25Total Round Control Explained
  9. 11:21Controlled-Round Feed vs. Push Feed
  10. 13:37Prevail's Auto-Ejector System
  11. 14:44Franklin Armory's View on the California Market
  12. 15:07Company Relocation and Continued California Support
  13. 17:00Navigating New California Laws (AB 1263)
  14. 19:04Where to Find Franklin Armory Products
  15. 20:38Conclusion and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Franklin Armory known for in California?

Franklin Armory is known for its innovative approach to navigating California's complex firearms regulations. They were pioneers in creating California-compliant AR-15s with the bullet button and have developed unique firearm designs like the binary firing system and AR pistols that meet state requirements.

What is the binary firing system?

The binary firing system, developed by Franklin Armory, allows a firearm to fire one round when the trigger is pulled and another when the trigger is released. This effectively doubles the rate of fire for a semi-automatic firearm while remaining legal under federal law.

What is 'Total Round Control' in the Prevail rifle?

'Total Round Control' is Franklin Armory's proprietary action system for their Prevail bolt-action rifle. It aims to combine the reliability of controlled-round feed with the convenience of push-feed actions, ensuring consistent extraction and chambering of rounds.

How does Franklin Armory handle California's gun laws?

Franklin Armory meticulously analyzes California's firearms laws and uses engineering ingenuity to create firearms that comply with or creatively interpret regulations. This includes designing firearms with specific features like the bullet button or ensuring bolt-action functionality for AR pistols.

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