In their perfect, all-knowing wisdom, the United States Congress in 1934 limited the legal length of a rifle barrel to no shorter than 16 inches. For barrels under 16 inches, the National Firearms Act requires gun owners to apply for a special license and render unto Uncle Sam a $200 tax stamp. But the Act includes a caveat. Barrels are measured from the breech face to “the furthermost end of the barrel or permanently attached muzzle device.” A barrel can be 14.5 inches long, for example, provided a 1.5-inch muzzle device is also permanently affixed.
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‘Hurricane Gun Law’ Allows Irma Evacuees to Carry Concealed w/o Permit
Published: September 7, 2017 { 13 comments }Floridians fleeing Hurricane Irma have been granted an additional means of protection. A 2015 Florida law known commonly as the “hurricane gun law” allows those taking part in a mandatory evacuation to carry a concealed firearm for 48 hours without a valid permit.
Sacramento to Pay Thugs $1K Per Month Not to Commit Gun-Related Crimes
Published: September 6, 2017 { 106 comments }The program targets the small percentage of city residents that commit the majority of gun-related crimes and offers them the chance to turn their lives around.
NY Senator Wants to Exempt Amish from Certain Handgun Requirements
Published: September 4, 2017 { 30 comments }A state senator from New York has introduced legislation exempting members of Amish and Mennonite communities from being required to submit a photograph to receive a handgun permit.
LA City Council Votes Unanimously to Repeal Ban on ‘Ultracompact’ Handguns
Published: August 30, 2017 { 12 comments }The Los Angeles City council voted unanimously on Tuesday to roll back a sixteen-year ban on the sale of “ultracompact” handguns.
Everytown Volunteer Pens Scathing Op-Ed: ‘I Feel Betrayed’
Published: August 28, 2017 { 23 comments }“My conclusion is that dissenting voices have no place in these organizations. You toe the line or you’re out,” she said.
Ohio Judge Shoots Back, Fights Off Gunman in Ambush-Style Attack
Published: August 23, 2017 { 13 comments }A judge in Ohio is in stable condition after being attacked by a gunman outside the Jefferson County Courthouse Monday morning.
Florida Uber Driver Sues Ride-Share App Over Anti-Gun Firearms Policy
Published: August 21, 2017 { 4 comments }A Florida Uber driver is challenging a policy that bars the company’s drivers from carrying firearms on the job.
If You Could Only Own One Rifle: Ruger Gunsite Scout Rifle .450 Bushmaster — Full Review
Published: August 18, 2017 { 65 comments }The one rifle to have if you could only have one. Ruger nailed it. Their new Gunsite Scout Rifle in .450 Bushmaster is a fantastic all-around firearm, offering the power to take down large game and the maneuverability to carry in the thickest brush.
Lawmakers Propose Microstamping Requirement, ‘Assault Weapons’ Ban
Published: August 17, 2017 { 41 comments }Anti-gun politicians in the U.S. Congress have proposed two gun control measures in recent weeks.









