The X1 Files

A Record of Our Fight to Launch the Most Over-Engineered Launcher Ever Made

At X Products, we’ve never backed down from a challenge — and we’re not starting now.

The X1 Launcher is a non-lethal, blank-operated utility tool built for professionals, first responders, and outdoor adventurers. It’s not a firearm. It doesn’t shoot bullets. But that hasn’t stopped the ATF from denying it — four times.

We’ve submitted version after version, each time improving the design, reinforcing the safety, and locking out the possibility of misuse. And each time, we’ve received detailed letters claiming the launcher could be “readily converted” into a firearm — even when it would take multiple power tools, a workbench full of gear, and destructive modification just to make it fire once (and break in the process).

Be patient with us as we upload these, each document has personal informaiton redacted to provide anonymity.