Level of permanence for protector on threaded barrel
So, I've been really lusting after a Ruger 22/45 lite.
The big no-no's on these are absence from the roster and that they come from the factory with a threaded barrel. What level of permanence would California state (DOJ) want to see in terms of attaching the thread protector?
Federally, for pinning muzzle devices (for length requirements), the ATF has provided guidelines as to acceptable methods such as blind pin welding or certain temperature varieties of silver solder.
Since this is a California issue, I am thinking there may be a way to attach that wouldn't be permanent, but require tools. Bullet buttons aren't permanent, riveted 10/30 USGI mags aren't irreversibly modified, but both are legal here
Perhaps a hole drilled (parallel with the bore) in the protector lined up with a hole tapped for a set screw in the end of the barrel housing.
Or, maybe the same method as blind pinning, but with a set screw instead of a welded-over pin.
Putting aside issues of the roster, any thoughts ?
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