Hope this is is the right forum. It is supposedly legal for a person to build there own firearm for their own use if it is not to be sold, traded, etc. Like many things, what the laws says and the reality of it can be different.
Anyone ever done this or know of anyone that has done this for real and know what the real world application and outcome are. I have seen firms that sell 80% finished frames, but I understand that some have gotten into trouble. If I have an idea for a new type or firearm or silencer can I build it without a license as long as I don't sell it - like a prototype. The law appears to say I can, but a call to the ATF will usually result in an answer of "No you can't"
Please, no off color comments. I am seriuous and would appreciate serious answers.
Thanks - TEX
Anyone ever done this or know of anyone that has done this for real and know what the real world application and outcome are. I have seen firms that sell 80% finished frames, but I understand that some have gotten into trouble. If I have an idea for a new type or firearm or silencer can I build it without a license as long as I don't sell it - like a prototype. The law appears to say I can, but a call to the ATF will usually result in an answer of "No you can't"
Please, no off color comments. I am seriuous and would appreciate serious answers.
Thanks - TEX