The Washington Arms Collectors (W.A.C.) is a non-profit 501(c)(4) social welfare organization incorporated to further the common good and general welfare of people in the State of Washington and the Northwest through the following activities:

• Supporting the exercise of the fundamental right of citizens, under both the Washington State and United States Constitutions, to possess and use firearms for a
variety of legally protected purposes including defense of the country, self-defense, recreation, and sporting activities.

• Providing events and networks that facilitate the lawful exchange of firearms in order to promote the preservation and collection of historically significant firearms.

• Documenting and preserving knowledge on collectible firearms through research, publication, and the archiving of information and articles.