ATF Definition: Make

Make.  The term “make”, and the various derivatives of such word, shall include manufacturing (other than by one qualified to engage in such business under the NFA), putting together, altering, any combination of these, or otherwise producing a firearm.

Excerpt taken from the ATF 5320.1 - ATF Form 1

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