firearms and optics glossary: overview
firearms and optics glossary information on Arms Depots is organized to help new customers and experienced buyers checking unfamiliar terminology find a clear next step. A plain-language firearms and optics glossary for common product, ammunition, transfer, support, and e-commerce terms used across Arms Depots.
This page brings the most relevant guidance together instead of sending visitors through unrelated product categories. Use the links below to compare resources, verify current details, and contact Arms Depots when a question depends on a specific order, product, location, eligibility rule, or program.
What you can find here
- FFL: a Federal Firearms Licensee involved in eligible regulated transfers
- SKU: the stock-keeping identifier used to distinguish a specific product
- MOA and MRAD: angular measurement systems used with optics
- FFP and SFP: first- and second-focal-plane reticle configurations
- Serialized item: a regulated product or component identified by a serial number
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Important information
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