| Aspect | Arms Broker | Firearms Dealer |
|---|
| Required Credentials | Licenses, background checks, federal registration | Federal firearms license (FFL), background checks |
| Work Environment | Facilitates transactions between buyers and sellers, often across borders | Operates retail or wholesale stores, sells directly to customers |
| Industry Usage | Primarily in international arms trade and brokerage | Primarily in retail and wholesale firearm sales |
Arms Brokers and Firearms Dealers both require licensing and background checks, but Arms Brokers focus on facilitating international or large-scale transactions between parties, often acting as intermediaries. Firearms Dealers typically sell directly to consumers within domestic markets. While their roles overlap in licensing, their primary functions and work environments differ significantly.