Gun Shop BS

[BigPimping]

I heard a gun shop employee tell a customer that the minute he registered his AR with the state, he could take off the Bullet Button.

[Pofoo]

I was told recently by one clerk that actual CCW laws don't matter only what cops think the law is. Seriously.

This may be true with a initial contact. How many times has there been a arrest or confiscation, only to have a DA fail to prosecute because no law was broken? Or a defendant found not guilty because officials did not understand the law? Or prosecuted just to be dicks? Yada, yada, yada.

[PyroFox79]

I heard a gun shop employee tell a customer that the minute he registered his AR with the state, he could take off the Bullet Button.

Technically there is nothing in the law that says you can't. It's the DOJ regs that say you can't. DOJ doesn't make law so you wouldn't be breaking any laws if you did.

[.40Cal]

I heard a gun shop employee tell a customer that the minute he registered his AR with the state, he could take off the Bullet Button.

True.

Was told A2 birdcage flash hiders are illegal today.

Any funny experiences?
Post em!

True.

[rick1881]

What's funny about that? From 1994-2004, it was an evil feature anywhere in the US.

True, My SKS that was bought new in 1996 has no lug but lots of cosmoline.

[rugershooter]

I've heard:

Don't use handloaded ammo for defensive use because it'll be used against you in court.
Don't modify defensive guns otherwise it'll be used against you in court.
Shotguns are the ultimate home defense gun.
A woman's first/only gun should be a snubnose revolver.

[.40Cal]

I've heard:

Don't use handloaded ammo for defensive use because it'll be used against you in court.
Don't modify defensive guns otherwise it'll be used against you in court.
Shotguns are the ultimate home defense gun.
A woman's first/only gun should be a snubnose revolver.

And what's wrong with the shotgun being the ultimate home defense. You're not looking to shoot long distances; within the reach from a room nothing is more devastating than a shotgun. (unless you're a Glock fanboy)

[humble servant]

Heard the other day that you cannot use a firearm in self defense unless the person is within arms reach. I just kind of shake my head and ignore it most of the time. Not worth it to argue. Sad was this is the second time I've heard dumb stuff coming from an employee at gunfighter tactical.

An employee at my local shop told me pre 1899 antiques have to be registered.
I asked if he was sure and he was adamant.
It never ends.

[rugershooter]

And what's wrong with the shotgun being the ultimate home defense. You're not looking to shoot long distances; within the reach from a room nothing is more devastating than a shotgun. (unless you're a Glock fanboy)

Personal preference comes in somewhere. Other weapons have their advantages too. Shotguns recoil a lot, are slow to reload, and (in my opinion) are generally harder to shoot than carbines.

[CALI-gula]

A gun shop employee in California said he had never heard of Calguns.net.

( Actually, that one makes sense. )

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[taperxz]

I've heard:

Don't use handloaded ammo for defensive use because it'll be used against you in court.
Don't modify defensive guns otherwise it'll be used against you in court.
Shotguns are the ultimate home defense gun.
A woman's first/only gun should be a snubnose revolver.

What is wrong with the first three statments?

Seriously! The first two WILL and can be an issue in court. Ask any cop who has used his pistol in a shoot situation. The lawyers WILL use modifications against you somehow.

Shotguns are the premiere weapon to use in the home for self defense and safety reasons (wall penetration)

[rugershooter]

What is wrong with the first three statments?

Seriously! The first two WILL and can be an issue in court. Ask any cop who has used his pistol in a shoot situation. The lawyers WILL use modifications against you somehow.

Shotguns are the premiere weapon to use in the home for self defense and safety reasons (wall penetration)

Just my opinion, I think that if it goes that far to court, you have more to worry about than mods.
And there are different types of rifle ammo designed for home defense with lower penetration. There are other options besides the shotgun...

[.40Cal]

Personal preference comes in somewhere. Other weapons have their advantages too. Shotguns recoil a lot, are slow to reload, and (in my opinion) are generally harder to shoot than carbines.

You have your point. But what Carbine would you shoot? Pistols are great in a hurry, but again, no match for a shotgun.

As for the length of the shotgun, a 5-6 rounder would be nice - I have a 9 rounder mossy 500, which seems has it's pros/cons: Pros - holds plenty of shells (9 isn't bad, considering we can't own anything with over 10 in CA). Has a natural point of aim when shouldered, or otherwise. Cons - length ~ for which I'm looking for better stock options.

[.40Cal]

Say, the upper and lower are stored separately (not attached), instead a .22LR upper is attached to the 556 lower with BB - is it still considered illegal?

Anyone ??

[CALI-gula]

Anyone ??

Not illegal.

California's AW laws do not include a "constructive possession" component.

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