I have a neighbor that builds weapons, mostly custom AR/AK type platforms with other military type fun like 25mm and .50 cal. Got HUGE order last week for several THOUSAND AR-15s. Client expects to do 5 years of business in 6 months.
Where does he think he's going to get his parts supply? He'll be lucky to get enough to assemble half a dozen rifles in the next six months. AKs may be a little better, but AR production is halted waiting for legal clarification.