bushmaster1313
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BATFE classifies the upper of the FN Herstal as the receiver:
See: http://www.atf.gov/regulations-rulings/rulings/atf-rulings/atf-ruling-2008-1.pdf
"The upper assembly of the Fabrique Nationale Herstal SA (FN) FNC rifle is
classified as the receiver of the firearm for purposes of the Gun Control Act, 18 U.S.C.
Chapter 44, and the National Firearms Act, 26 U.S.C. Chapter 53."
Why isn't the upper of the AR-15 classified as the receiver?
Or perhaps the correct question is why is an exception made for the FN?
See: http://www.atf.gov/regulations-rulings/rulings/atf-rulings/atf-ruling-2008-1.pdf
"The upper assembly of the Fabrique Nationale Herstal SA (FN) FNC rifle is
classified as the receiver of the firearm for purposes of the Gun Control Act, 18 U.S.C.
Chapter 44, and the National Firearms Act, 26 U.S.C. Chapter 53."
Why isn't the upper of the AR-15 classified as the receiver?
Or perhaps the correct question is why is an exception made for the FN?