EOD Guy
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BATF has stated the following in one of their FAQs from the 2007 SHOT show:
Here is a link to the FAQs:
SHOT Show Questions and Answers
I assume that the receiver alone would still be considered a firearm as far as purchase, transfer, etc are concerned. I was thinking that if BATF does not consider a handgun frame to be a "handgun", then one could be legally mailed by a nonlicensee.
Is a licensee required to provide a secure gun storage or safety device with a “receiver” for a handgun?
A receiver alone is not a “handgun” as defined in the GCA. Therefore, without the accompanying parts for a complete handgun, a secure gun storage or safety device would not be required. However, if a licensee transfers a receiver with all the component parts for a complete handgun, a secure gun storage or safety device would be required.
Here is a link to the FAQs:
SHOT Show Questions and Answers
I assume that the receiver alone would still be considered a firearm as far as purchase, transfer, etc are concerned. I was thinking that if BATF does not consider a handgun frame to be a "handgun", then one could be legally mailed by a nonlicensee.