I am a big fan of firearms, from both a design and function standpoint. I personally feel we are living in a golden age of firearms. The equipment and
accessories coming out now utilize materials, purpose and testing to produce some amazing products.
In the last 4 years, the firearms market has exploded. Each year has produced record sales in the US market, despite an otherwise poor economy. Some
of the designs coming out now have done wonders to provide some of the function of National Firearms Act (NFA) title II weapons without the
classification of a NFA weapon. This would include the Slide Fire Stock and KSG.
I have seen a lot of really good firearm ideas come out but their designs would limit their potential market to military, LE, or NFA tax. Some of
these designs would be highly useful and desirable for home defense.
It would seems good financial sense not to stifle or restrict a market that is doing so well. Which brings me back to the NFA. Now, I am not a fan of
any restriction or regulation on firearms from a 2nd Amendment or freedom standpoint. The only reason I can see to have the NFA restrictions in place,
are for tax or control purposes. While I am quite aware the most in congress are content to keep control over the citizens, there are some who support
gun rights, but they are not trying to repeal or amend gun laws that currently restrict the people.
I guess this post is mainly to vent my frustration with the ever growing loss of freedom in the US. However, I am also trying to better understand for
what, if any, reason pro-gun politicians aren't trying to take on this issue?
If the weapons or devices were so dangerous they could not be purchased by civilians, they would not have the option via the tax stamp.
I'm interested in thoughts and opinions on the matter.
edit on 4-2-2012 by Wolf321 because: (no reason given)
