Author: Brody Hetland

SHELTON, Conn.— The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute,^® Inc., (SAAMI^®), has revised and updated its information publication, “Sporting Firearms: Safe Handling Considerations and Shipping Guidelines for Interstate Transportation.”

The publication, which can be accessed here, reviews general transportation regulations for both Federal Firearms License (FFL) holders and private citizens, common carrier restrictions, packing firearms for shipment and firearm safety.

The guidelines have been prepared by SAAMI to provide anyone concerned with the handling or shipment of sporting firearms certain basic and important facts about the subject. SAAMI notes that the statements and recommendations in the publication do not supersede local, state or federal regulations, or constitute legal advice.

“SAAMI regularly updates its publications to ensure it is providing the industry and the public with the most current, accurate information, in this case on the shipping of sporting firearms,” said Brian Osowiecki, SAAMI Director, Regulatory Affairs & Administration.

SAAMI is the organization at the forefront of promoting firearm safety by creating standards that ensure safety, reliability and interchangeability of firearms, ammunition, suppressors, and their components.

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About SAAMI
The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, founded in 1926 at the request of the federal government, is dedicated to creating and promulgating technical, performance and safety standards for firearms, ammunition, suppressors, and their components, and is committed to being the preeminent global resource for the safe and responsible transportation, storage and use of these products.

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SHELTON, Conn.– The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute,^® Inc., (SAAMI^®) will participate in the 2025 Conformal Ballistic Training in Buffalo, N.Y., on August 20 and 21.

Alan Serven, SAAMI’s Senior Director, Technical Affairs, will present on the new SAAMI American National Standard (Z299.6) for Suppressors for the Use of Commercial Manufacturers.

This standard covers the thread specifications for attaching suppressors (and other muzzle devices) to firearms, sound-reduction measurement and other design considerations such as stress testing and over-pressure testing.  Additionally, the presentation will delve into the statistical derivation of SAAMI pressure limits and discuss some common issues encountered in ballistic testing seen in the real world.

The Conformal Ballistic Training is a two-day exclusive training sponsored by PCB Piezotronics that will cover conformal ballistic testing in accordance with SAAMI Standards Z299.1 – Z299.4.  Learn more about the training session, including registration information, here.

SAAMI is the organization at the forefront of promoting firearm safety by creating standards that ensure safety, reliability and interchangeability of firearms, ammunition and components.

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About SAAMI
The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, founded in 1926 at the request of the federal government, is dedicated to creating and promulgating technical, performance and safety standards for firearms, ammunition, suppressors, and components, and is committed to being the preeminent global resource for the safe and responsible transportation, storage and use of these products.

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SHELTON, Conn.— The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute,^®Inc., (SAAMI^®), has issued the first “Voluntary Industry Performance Standards Criteria for Firearm Sound Suppressors for the Use of Commercial Manufacturers.”

SAAMI is the organization at the forefront of promoting firearm safety by creating standards that ensure safety, reliability and interchangeability of firearms, ammunition, suppressors, and their components.

“These new SAAMI suppressor standards have been eight years in the making and involved a great deal of research, testing and hard work by the SAAMI team and SAAMI member companies,” said Joe Bartozzi, SAAMI President and CEO. “Sound suppressors have become standard equipment for many firearm owners, and with more manufacturers producing these hearing-protection devices to meet consumer demand, SAAMI manufacturing standards were requested by industry.”

The “Voluntary Industry Performance Standards Criteria for Firearm Sound Suppressors for the Use of Commercial Manufacturers” contains thread and socket drawings, recommendations on how to communicate intended cartridge, minimum barrel length, maximum firing cadence and maximum rounds before required cooling, procedures and equipment required for suppressor sound measurement, measuring suppressor-to-bore alignment, testing for abusive mishandling, overpressure testing and stress testing.

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About SAAMI
The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, founded in 1926 at the request of the federal government, is dedicated to creating and promulgating technical, performance and safety standards for firearms, ammunition, suppressors, and components, and is committed to being the preeminent global resource for the safe and responsible transportation, storage and use of these products.

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SHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute^®, Inc., (SAAMI^®) has added a new informational video section to its website, SAAMI.org, for the benefit of its members and other interested viewers.

Brian Osowiecki, SAAMI’s Director of Regulatory Affairs, and Alan Serven, SAAMI’s Senior Director of Technical Affairs, are the hosts of the first two featured videos. Additional videos will be added as SAAMI technical staff draws on its expertise to answer industry and consumer questions about firearms, ammunition, interchangeability, natural disaster responses involving firearms and ammunition, and general information about SAAMI and its activities, among other topics.

The first two video titles are “What is SAAMI? A History and Overview of the Standard-Setting Organization for Firearms and Ammunition” and “Is it Safe to Shoot 5.56 NATO in a 223 Remington? SAAMI Sets the Record Straight on Cartridge Interchangeability.”

SAAMI welcomes suggestions for other video topics and invites viewers to submit their ideas via the “Contact Us” link on the website.

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About SAAMI

The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, founded in 1926 at the request of the federal government, is dedicated to creating and promulgating technical, performance and safety standards for firearms, ammunition and components, and is committed to being the preeminent global resource for the safe and responsible transportation, storage and use of these products.

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Media contact:
Brian Osowiecki
203-426-4358. Ext 284

SHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute^®, Inc. (SAAMI^®) is pleased to announce that it has added three new web-based resources to its website. These new resources provide guidance for the consumer to safely deal with firearms, ammunition and smokeless propellants that have been exposed to fire (and the associated extreme temperatures) or to submersion or exposure to water and firefighting agents.

Hidden damage can occur to firearms, ammunition and smokeless propellants when exposed to any of these conditions, potentially rendering them unsafe to use. These documents are important for consumers’ safety because they provide guidance on how to safely deal with firearms, ammunition and smokeless propellants after exposure to extreme conditions.

“These important documents add to SAAMI’s technical library of firearm safety resources that provide guidance to both industry professionals and the firearm-owning community. They provide relevant and safety-critical information for anyone whose firearms or ammunition may have been exposed to high temperatures or submerged in water. They are great sources of information that gun-owners can refer to if they have endured certain challenging events,” said Joe Bartozzi, SAAMI President and CEO.

All three documents were developed by SAAMI and can be found on the SAAMI website under Informational Publications and Advisories.

The new documents are:

• Guidance on Firearms and Ammunition Exposed to Fire – This document provides guidance to the consumer on how to safely deal with firearms, ammunition and smokeless propellants that have been exposed to fire or the extreme temperatures that occur in fires. Hidden damage caused by the extreme temperature can make the use of these items potentially unsafe after they’ve been exposed.

• Guidance On Firearms That Have Been Submerged in Water – This document provides guidance to the consumer on how to best care for and protect firearms that have been submerged in water or exposed to water-based firefighting agents. Water exposure or submersion of firearms can promote corrosion of some metallic components and the warpage or damage of other components such as wooden stocks and grips. Silt or other waterborne fine particles can infiltrate the action and other firearm mechanisms causing them to perform in unexpected and unacceptable manners.

• Guidance on Ammunition That Has Been Submerged in Water – This document provides guidance to the consumer on how to deal with ammunition that has been submerged in water or exposed to water or water-based firefighting agents. Water exposure or submersion of ammunition can compromise its performance depending upon the nature and degree of the exposure. Clear guidelines are provided to help decide whether the ammunition is salvageable or safe to use.

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About SAAMI

The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, founded in 1926 at the request of the federal government, is dedicated to creating and promulgating technical, performance and safety standards for firearms, ammunition and components, and is committed to being the preeminent global resource for the safe and responsible transportation, storage and use of these products.

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Media contact:
Brian Osowiecki
203-426-4358. Ext 284

SHELTON, Conn. — The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute^®, Inc., (SAAMI^®) is pleased to announce the release of the 2025 update to American National Standard SAAMI Z299.4-2025, Voluntary Industry Performance Standards for Pressure and Velocity of Centerfire Rifle Ammunition for the Use of Commercial Manufacturers.

SAAMI is an accredited standards developer recognized by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

The 2025 American National Standard SAAMI Z299.4-2024 update provides pressure and velocity performance and dimensional characteristics for centerfire rifle sporting ammunition and rifle chambers. Included are procedures and equipment for determining these criteria.

The publication of these standards is a primary part of SAAMI’s mission to establish and maintain standards to ensure safety, reliability and interchangeability of firearms, ammunition and suppressors.

SAAMI American National Standards are periodically updated to ensure they remain current with developments in the industry and to capture new cartridge designs introduced by its member companies.

Following development by SAAMI member companies, the standard is reviewed by independent manufacturers, government agencies, testing laboratories, users and outside experts.

The 2025 standard update, along with four additional firearm and ammunition standards published by SAAMI, are available without charge to the public on SAAMI’s website here https://saami.org/technical-information/ansi-saami-standards/.

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About SAAMI

The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, founded in 1926 at the request of the federal government, is dedicated to creating and promulgating technical, performance and safety standards for firearms, ammunition and components, and is committed to being the preeminent global resource for the safe and responsible transportation, storage and use of these products.

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Media contact:
Brian Osowiecki
203-426-4358. Ext 284

SHELTON, Conn.— The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute,^® Inc., (SAAMI^®), is pleased to announce the following companies have joined SAAMI.

Q, LLC has joined SAAMI as a Voting Member. Q is a manufacturer of firearms and suppressors headquartered in New Hampshire.

Bachstein Consulting, LLC has joined as an Associate Member. Bachstein Consulting is a manufacturer of firearm components headquartered in North Carolina.

Christensen Arms has joined as a Supporting Member. Christensen Arms is a manufacturer of firearms headquartered in Utah.

Daniel Defense, LLC has joined as a Supporting Member. Daniel Defense is a manufacturer of firearms headquartered in Georgia.

Dynamic Research Technologies, LLC has joined as a Supporting Member. Dynamic Research Technologies is a manufacturer of ammunition headquartered in Missouri.

HSM has joined as a Supporting Member. HSM is a manufacturer of ammunition headquartered in Montana.

Just Cause Solutions, LLC has joined SAAMI as a Supporting Member. Just Cause Solutions is a manufacturer of ammunition headquartered in Louisiana.

Liberty Ammunition has joined as a Supporting Member. Liberty Ammunition is a manufacturer of ammunition headquartered in Florida.

General Inspection, LLC has joined as an Affiliate Member. General Inspection is a manufacturer of inspection and gauging equipment for the manufacture of ammunition headquartered in Michigan.

Oehler Research, Inc. has joined as an Affiliate Member. Oehler Research is a manufacturer of ballistic testing equipment for the firearm and ammunition industry headquartered in Texas.

“We are very pleased to have had so many great companies join the SAAMI family over the last few months,” said Joe Bartozzi, SAAMI’s President and CEO. “These companies are taking their place at the forefront of promoting firearm safety by helping to create and apply the standards that ensure the safety, reliability and interchangeability of firearms, ammunition and suppressors.”

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About SAAMI

The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute, founded in 1926 at the request of the federal government, is dedicated to creating and promulgating technical, performance and safety standards for firearms, ammunition and components, and is committed to being the preeminent global resource for the safe and responsible transportation, storage and use of these products.

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Media contact:
Brian Osowiecki
203-426-4358. Ext 284