ABOUT THE New 2026-2027 FLORIDA FIREARMS BOOK tm
A new and completely revised edition, the “Sapphire edition” has just been released, is 19 pages longer than the last “Gold” edition, and is absolutely awesome! This is a complete rewrite of the entire book, updated with explanations of all the new Second Amendment case law thru June 19, 2026, with a new, and really excellent Foreword by attorney Anthony Sabatini, former member of the Florida House of Representatives, and current Lake County Commissioner. For those of you unfamiliar with the book, “Florida Firearms” has for 35 consecutive years been the book often called “the bible” on Florida & Federal firearm, weapon, and self defense laws, and continues to be the leading guide in the nation explaining the law and legal issues that can arise from ownership or carry of all firearms, weapons, and self defense situations pertaining to the State of Florida. It covers almost all situations other than hunting. The Sapphire edition replaces all previous editions other than the January 2026 printing of the older “Gold edition”. The book is ranked as not only the best book on Florida gun laws, but by far, the most extensive! It also covers federal law and regulations. It is the only one written by an attorney who for over 40 years actually specialized in firearm, weapon, and self defense cases, who also had prosecution, law enforcement, criminal defense, civil police liability, and extensive courtroom experience (over 200 jury trials), as well as being a former FFL, and also holding several NRA certifications as a firearms instructor. It has sold well over a quarter of a million copies, and publishes yearly free updates on this website that can be downloaded, to keep your book current on changing laws. It has been given excellent reviews by the NRA, GOA, Florida Sheriff’s Association, Florida Association of State Troopers, The Florida Bar Association, American Firearms Industry, and many others. If you want the recognized, most authoritative book on Florida gun laws, Federal gun laws, Florida self defense laws, and Florida weapon laws, that explains all these laws (guns, knives, pepper spray, bows, ASP, NFA, etc.), with practical recommendations, in an understandable format, and is written primarily for the layman — this is the book that has set the standard for all books of its kind in the nation for thirty five solid years.
All books ordered from this website will only be sold the new “Sapphire edition” — Shipping began on Monday, July 13, 2026. If your firearms dealer, range or instructor does not carry or offer the book — suggest to them that they do. It is an invaluable resource for all gun owners, law enforcement, and even judges and lawyers.
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UPDATE!!!
In response to the passage of such restrictive regulations Florida’s Attorney General, James Uthmeier, took the initiative to threaten some larger condo and HOA associations with litigation forcing them to rescind their restrictions. Florida Firearms applauds the efforts of our Attorney General, a true champion of the Second Amendment!
You may purchase the latest 2026-2027 “SAPPHIRE” edition by using the “Buy Now” button immediately below this box. This “Buy Now” button is only for a single autographed copy of the latest edition of the Florida Firearms book, Sapphire edition.
However — if you want a great deal — there is also a special “two fer” deal using a separate link in the next paragraph where you can get the new firearms law book by Mr. Gutmacher — as well as an autographed copy of his western stories book written under his pseudonym “Marshal T. Justice” for only an extra five bucks (pretty much the cost of production), free shipping on that book, and a free refrigerator magnet featuring a photo of the Old West book cover — with both autographed! A really great deal, and also makes a great gift! Plus, it’s a great read — with 22 archive photos of the old west, and 24 complete original stories. There’s really nothing else like it out there, and it sure looks great inside and out! Please check it out before you make up your mind, and it also makes a unique and inexpensive GIFT!!!
There is also a NEW FOUR (4) BOOK DEAL where you can get four of the Florida Firearm books at a wholesale price. It’s a great deal for smaller gun dealers, instructors, and even folks who just want to get them at a great rate as gifts for friends and relatives. To get that deal – go to the “Four Fer” page on this website. Unfortunately, the “Four Fer” books are not autographed.
For the “two fer” deal, with both the firearms and Old West books being autographed please use this link to the Old West website page: https://www.floridafirearmslaw.com/stories-of-the-old-west/
And once again, if you just want only an autographed Florida Firearms book without the “two fer” deal use the “Buy Now” button just below this box. All single books purchased direct from this website are autographed by Mr. Gutmacher, and this website only sells the latest Florida Firearms book published!!!
USE THE BUTTON BELOW TO PURCHASE A SINGLE COPY OF THE NEW “SAPPHIRE edition”.