Pistol permanently modified for blank only

[OCEquestrian]

Is a live pistol that has been modified to shoot blanks only and can no longer fire live ammunition still considered a pistol requiring DROS for transfer?

[9Cal_OC]

I believe so as it’s still considered a firearm…

Unless frame was cut in such a way to render it otherwise.

It has a serial number?

[OCEquestrian]

Yes it has a serial number.

[G-forceJunkie]

Yes, it is just a non fuctional firearm. Untill the frame is demilled per the ATF, it will always be a firearm.

[SkyHawk]

Still a firearm until the frame has been torched

[OCEquestrian]

Thank you for all the constructive comments.

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Pistol permanently modified for blank only

Is a live pistol that has been modified to shoot blanks only and can no longer fire live ammunition still considered a pistol requiring DROS for transfer?

Short answer:
Yes.
The handgun must be transferred through a CA FFL dealer via an exemption.


Long answer:

Under Federal laws/regulations...

It is still considered a firearm and must be transferred in accordance with Federal laws/regulations.

In order to not be considered a firearm, the receiver must be demilled per BATFE specifications.


Under CA laws/regulations...

It is still considered a firearm and must be transferred in accordance with CA laws/regulations.

In order to not be considered a firearm, the receiver must be destroyed.

[DaveInOroValley]

If you’re in the market for a blank only pistol I bought one from these people online. It functions the same as a regular weapon but the blanks are more expensive than regular 9mm ammo.

https://blankgunarmory.com/9mm-m84-semi-auto-blank-firing-gun-nickel/

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https://blankgunarmory.com/9mm-m84-s...ng-gun-nickel/

In order to be legal in CA...

Blank firing only devices must comply with CA imitation firearm laws.