Wether you are pro or anti gun at least know the definition of what an assault rifle is.
I love hearing an AR15 is an assault rifle. Sorry but no it is not. Style yes, actually one no.
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BlueMetalChick · 26-30, F
Well, I know what an assault [i]rifle[/i] is. It's a select-fire rifle which uses an intermediate cartridge and is fed from a detachable magainze. The AR-15 fires the NATO standard 5.56 round, which is intermediate, and it does have a detachable magazine, but I'm not sure if it's capable of fully automatic fire, so I can't say whether it is or isn't an assault rifle.
However, I don't understand exactly what an assault [i]weapon[/i] is. That's kinda vague, what classifies a weapon as being an assault weapon? I would assume it would most probably be either its rate of fire or its potential ammunition capacity, although the infamous Assault Weapons Ban in the US restricted factors including the presence of a flash hider and the grip being placed behind the magazine, so to be completely honest, I'm confused as to what constitutes a firearm as being considered an assault weapon.
However, I don't understand exactly what an assault [i]weapon[/i] is. That's kinda vague, what classifies a weapon as being an assault weapon? I would assume it would most probably be either its rate of fire or its potential ammunition capacity, although the infamous Assault Weapons Ban in the US restricted factors including the presence of a flash hider and the grip being placed behind the magazine, so to be completely honest, I'm confused as to what constitutes a firearm as being considered an assault weapon.
Pherick · 41-45, M
@BlueMetalChick According to Wikipedia, but it seems to be different depending on where you look.
[quote]Assault weapon is a term used in the United States to define some types of firearms. The definition varies among regulating jurisdictions, but usually includes semi-automatic firearms with a detachable magazine and a pistol grip, and sometimes other features such as a flash suppressor or barrel shroud[/quote]
[quote]Assault weapon is a term used in the United States to define some types of firearms. The definition varies among regulating jurisdictions, but usually includes semi-automatic firearms with a detachable magazine and a pistol grip, and sometimes other features such as a flash suppressor or barrel shroud[/quote]
Scubaguy027 · 46-50, M
@BlueMetalChick AR15s are not fully auto capable unless modified. In order to own a fully automatic firearm you are required to have a Federal Firearms License. Most gun enthusiasts I know don't particularly care for them.
When I get to school this morning if one of my friends is there I will ask him for the definition of an assault weapon as he teaches it during his gun safety class.
When I get to school this morning if one of my friends is there I will ask him for the definition of an assault weapon as he teaches it during his gun safety class.
BlueMetalChick · 26-30, F
@Scubaguy027 Ok, that makes sense. I suppose an AR-15 would not be an assault rifle then, because it is not manufactured to be capable of fully automatic fire.
I don't know that much about gun ownership or what licenses or permits are required for different types. I live in Chicago, and despite having some of the strictest gun control laws in the country, absolutely none of it is enforced. It is so absurdly easy to get your hands on a firearm here. My sister bought a revolver when she was 17. She wasn't even asked for identification, they just handed her a Colt python and the corresponding ammunition in exchange for cash money and asked her no questions. She never used it. She only wanted it for a cowgirl Halloween costume.
I don't know that much about gun ownership or what licenses or permits are required for different types. I live in Chicago, and despite having some of the strictest gun control laws in the country, absolutely none of it is enforced. It is so absurdly easy to get your hands on a firearm here. My sister bought a revolver when she was 17. She wasn't even asked for identification, they just handed her a Colt python and the corresponding ammunition in exchange for cash money and asked her no questions. She never used it. She only wanted it for a cowgirl Halloween costume.
Pherick · 41-45, M
@Scubaguy027 Indeed, the basic definition there would cover handguns. I honestly don't know why the definitions matter. I get the idea of limiting weapons by category or perhaps characteristics, but what do I care what the name is. I don't laws should be written to ban "assault weapons", then I think they should be written to ban guns with "large magazine, bump stocks, military addons", etc.
Definitions change over time, English is fluid, rather be more specific.
Definitions change over time, English is fluid, rather be more specific.
BlueMetalChick · 26-30, F
@Pherick Well, there were guns considered "assault pistols" in the 90's. Which is what led to some of the ungainly creations that came out the AWB lagoon, a perfect example being the OA-98 "AR pistol" that Olympic Arms made back in the day.