Most Of YOU Will Make THIS Mistake When Buying A Gun!

Published on May 1, 2025
Duration: 9:11

This video serves as a public service announcement regarding common mistakes made when filling out the ATF Form 4473, particularly with its revised version. It highlights the confusion surrounding question 21N1 and 21N2 for US citizens, emphasizing that these sections should be left blank and directing citizens to proceed to question 22 for signature and date. The presenters, experienced in firearm sales, note that the form's wording and placement of instructions contribute to these errors, which can be corrected with initials and dates if made.

Quick Summary

US citizens filling out the ATF Form 4473 must leave questions 21N1 and 21N2 blank. These sections address alien status and are not applicable to citizens. After leaving them blank, proceed to question 22 for your signature and question 23 for the date to ensure legal compliance.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction
  2. 00:35ATF Form 4473 Overview
  3. 01:26Question 21B and C Explained
  4. 02:38The Common Mistake: Question 21N1 & 21N2
  5. 03:26US Citizens: Leave 21N1 & 21N2 Blank
  6. 04:00Correcting Form Errors
  7. 04:53Form Revision Impact
  8. 05:55Form Design Critique
  9. 07:47Guidance for Customers
  10. 08:13Conclusion and Thanks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common mistake people make when filling out the ATF Form 4473?

A frequent error is not reading the entire question, particularly on section 21B and C, and also incorrectly answering or not leaving blank questions 21N1 and 21N2, which are intended for non-US citizens.

How should US citizens fill out questions 21N1 and 21N2 on the ATF Form 4473?

US citizens should leave questions 21N1 and 21N2 blank. These questions pertain to alien status in the United States. After leaving them blank, proceed to question 22 for your signature.

When did the revised ATF Form 4473 become mandatory?

The revised ATF Form 4473 became mandatory for use on April 1, 2023. This new version has introduced changes that have led to common errors among purchasers.

Can mistakes on the ATF Form 4473 be corrected?

Yes, if a mistake is made on the ATF Form 4473, it can typically be corrected by initialing and dating the correction. However, it's best to avoid errors by carefully reading all instructions.

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