Fabrique Nationale
Fabrique Nationale d'Herstal (FN) was founded in 1889 in Herstal, Belgium, and is one of the world's leading defense and firearms manufacturers. FN has a long history of collaboration with John Moses Browning and produces military and law enforcement firearms used by over 100 countries. The FN Five-seveN pistol and SCAR rifle are among their most well-known designs.
Looking for a Fabrique Nationale handgun you can legally buy in California? CaliRoster tracks every Fabrique Nationale model currently approved on the California Department of Justice (DOJ) Certified Handguns Roster. There are currently 6 Fabrique Nationale models approved for retail sale through licensed California FFL dealers.
Fabrique Nationale offers 3 calibers on the California roster, with 5.7x28mm being the most common (4 models). Prices range from $699 to $1,499 MSRP.
Yes — any Fabrique Nationale model listed above with "On Roster" status can be purchased new from a licensed California FFL dealer. You'll need a valid Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC), must pass a background check, and complete the mandatory 10-day waiting period. All California handgun purchases must go through a licensed dealer, even private party transfers.
Models marked "Expiring" are still available but may be removed from the roster soon. Models marked "Removed" can no longer be purchased new at retail, but may be available through private party transfers (PPT), law enforcement exemptions, or intrafamilial transfers.