The AR-15 is made non-restricted overnight, what changes happen?

Moose308 said:
1. Much cheering would ensue.
2. Bonfires fuelled by rum and registration paperwork would illuminate the night.
3. Retailers would increase the price of AR-15's by 100%.
4. EE would see a flood of heavily used AR-15's at 150% of new retail.
5. Retailers would be suddenly posting out-of-stock/backordered messages.
6. Nasty postings in Retailers forums would point fingers at the Retailers accusing them of profiteering and keeping supply low.
7. Retailers would have mass bans of users for posting in their forums.
8. Nation wide shortages of AR-15's and .223 ammo would cause rioting in the streets.
9. People would post on the CBC website that it is a Harper's fault.
10. The Army would be called in to put down the rebellion.
11. The governement would fall, and the Green party would take power.
12. The AR-15 would then be deemed Prohibited.

Careful what you wish for.
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You forgot
13. Blood will flow in the streets....:)
 
The NFA is just trolling for attention again. People are starting to lose steam in regards to the Swiss Arms/CZ-858 fiasco since government moves at a glacial pace, so they stirred up the sh*t and gave the hornets nest another kick. With a Facebook post of all things, not a real announcement like a statement, with no corroboration from any other organizations or individuals.

I'll believe it when I see it. Until then all of these posts on their Facebook page and the ensuing reaction from gullible gun owners only serves to further erode whatever credibility they have.
 
ill believe it when i see it, but a man can dream cant he?

IF this really did happen, my guess there would be a burst in sales of ARs but after a while the mystique would wear off and they would be just another rifle but maybe the price on some of the expencive N/Rs would come down a bit.
 
The NFA is just trolling for attention again. People are starting to lose steam in regards to the Swiss Arms/CZ-858 fiasco since government moves at a glacial pace, so they stirred up the sh*t and gave the hornets nest another kick. With a Facebook post of all things, not a real announcement like a statement, with no corroboration from any other organizations or individuals.



It definitely worked.
 
00aught said:
Let's be honest here. Registration or not the RCMP will be at every pal holders address to seize firearms if that time comes. If the RCMP came to my door to take my firearms. I would give them my firearms. Why? Because my family is what's important to me. I'm not gonna go hide a few firearms. Get caught later then go to jail and leave my family to fend for themselves. Not happening. And I hope you would all do the same. Guns ARE NOT more important then your loved ones.
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Agreed but the harder you make it for em...
 
If it was true it would be one big step forward to getting where we want to be. Moving short barrelled pistols from prohib would be a great start too... Not holding my breath but my fingers are crossed!
 
There are two big advantages to keeping them restricted but allowing use anywhere it is legal (eliminating ATTs.)

1) No barrel length restrictions! I don't want a stupid 20 inch AR. I like my 10.5.
2) as the regs currently stand they cannot prohibit the AR because it is restricted by name. The argument can be made that low shelf lowers can be easily converted so thus prohibited.

I think the law should just be 26+ inches and semi auto... Non restricted. No more easily converted BS or name restrictions.
Anything less is restricted.
Simple, easy and saves the tax payers money by not needing the firearms lab at all.

Make a full auto... Go to jail. Easy. Well never Winn the full auto argument.
Maybe a special class for them...
 
plmnkoqaz said:
There are two big advantages to keeping them restricted but allowing use anywhere it is legal (eliminating ATTs.)

1) No barrel length restrictions! I don't want a stupid 20 inch AR. I like my 10.5.
2) as the regs currently stand they cannot prohibit the AR because it is restricted by name. The argument can be made that low shelf lowers can be easily converted so thus prohibited.

I think the law should just be 26+ inches and semi auto... Non restricted. No more easily converted BS or name restrictions.
Anything less is restricted.
Simple, easy and saves the tax payers money by not needing the firearms lab at all.

Make a full auto... Go to jail. Easy. Well never Winn the full auto argument.
Maybe a special class for them...
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Why even have different classes of firearms to begin with? What makes a 25" OAL gun more dangerous than a 26" one or is a 26" shotgun less dangerous than a 22LR Ruger Single Six? If they're concerned about ease of concealment, well, how many of us law abiding gun owners are breaking that law right now by carrying a handgun when they're out shopping for groceries? I'd love to carry a handgun in the bush hunting for safety purposes or even plinking on Crown land.

Only criminals break the law...
 
the non restricted black rifle market bottoms out..and 18.6" + AR rifles and barrels go thru the roof.
 
On this subject, I would like to express a heartfelt... "meh"

FAMAE SG 542, M305, Mini14, Tavor, T97... The list goes on. The only reason I own my M4 is to practice on a configuration similar to the C7 & C8.

Whilst shooting gophers one day...
Local farmer: "You didn't bring any handguns?!?"
Me: "No, they're restricted. Range use only."
Local farmer: "That's stupid..."
Me: "How often do you see cops 'round these parts?"
Local farmer: "Once a year, maybe. Nothin' but Hutterite colonies for 20 miles in any direction!"

I'll leave the next visit to your imagination...
 
The AR-15 is already restricted by name. The silly barrel length rule has nothing to do with it. The barrel length rule is what restricts the M1 Carbine.
 
plmnkoqaz said:
I think the law should just be 26+ inches and semi auto... Non restricted. No more easily converted BS or name restrictions.
Anything less is restricted.
Simple, easy and saves the tax payers money by not needing the firearms lab at all.

Make a full auto... Go to jail. Easy. Well never Winn the full auto argument.
Maybe a special class for them...
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Unfortunately, you're part of the problem. Thinking inside a prescribed box of rules. I like the idea of "No criminal history, no restrictions."
 
joe.danay said:
Unfortunately, you're part of the problem. Thinking inside a prescribed box of rules. I like the idea of "No criminal history, no restrictions."
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I agree, but there is now way that is going to happen in today's political climate.
Do you really think the CPC will re write the entire act? The only reason they can pass law with regards to firearms is because possession is a criminal act. Otherwise it would be a provincial matter.

I am for decriminalization, concealed carry and freedom, but we need to act strategically and incrementally. Like it or not, most people in this country support licensing or at the very least a FAC system. We already have the framework in place for concealed carry, all we would need is some regulatory change and boom, ATC-3 could be shall issue.

The CPC is out only realistic hope in the fight. The libertarian pipe dream is at best 15-20 years from even being a contender, which they never will be because or Quebec/Ontario. It sucks, but we need them to stay in power and if they pass the type of legislation you are suggesting they won't be, and then the Libs or NDP will just repeal everything.
 
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