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ATF Updates Policy on Sig Brace and Pistol Regarding SBR

We are all familiar with the inconsistency of the ATF. The ATF has changed their position on the Sib Brace (SB-15) with a pistol. While the ATF, still states that it is legal to use the SB-15 as intended (strapped to your wrist), they have reversed their position on using…

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ATF Says it is OK to fire SB-15 Pistol from the Shoulder

In a response to a recent letter the the ATF, the ATF stated: FTB has previously determined (see FTB #99146) that the firing of a weapon from a particular position, such as placing the receiver extension of an AR-15 type pistol on the user’s shoulder, does not change the classification…

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Michigan (MI) What NFA Firearms can I own? Updated 3/28/14

There are several type of Title II firearms which are sold by Class 3 SOT dealers that are restricted by the National Firearms Act. Each state can impose additional restrictions on the sale, purchase, and transfer of Title II firearms in addition to the compliance that is required with the…

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Michigan Senate panel approves bill to lift ban on short-barreled shotguns and rifles

The Michigan Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday unanimously approved legislation that would lift the state’s ban on short-barreled shotguns and rifles. Senate Bill 610 would align Michigan with more than 40 other states that allow residents to own such guns if they meet federal requirements. The current Michigan regulations prohibit…

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Hawaii (HI) What NFA Firearms can I own?

There are several type of Title II firearms which are sold by Class 3 SOT FFLs that are restricted by the National Firearms Act. Each state can impose additional restrictions on the sale, purchase, and transfer of these Title II firearms in addition to the compliance that is required with…

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Gun Trust, LE Advanced SBR, and Engraving Special

If you have been thinking of buying an SBR, now is the time to do it before the ATF changes the CLEO requirements. On Monday September 9th ATF will be publishing proposed changes to the CLEO requirements for Gun Trusts and changes are expected after the expiration of the 90…

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May a FFL or an individual legally possess the parts to manufacture an SBR or SBS as long as no firearms are actually assembled?

It appears that ATF does not permit individuals to own the parts necessary to make a SBR or SBS prior to receiving their permission to manufacture / assemble the items. Because of this is it recommended that the same person should not purchase all of the items necessary to make…

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