CIII Parts in CT
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kingpin008
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What exactly are CIII parts? I'm assuming you mean Class 3, but there aren't really any Class 3 parts you can ship without being a SOT dealer.
kingpin008
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Yes, those are legal. For future reference, parts such as the ones you've mentioned are not in any way "Class 3" parts.
Class 3 parts would be things like lightning links, DIAS's, etc.
Class 3 parts would be things like lightning links, DIAS's, etc.
Sam1911
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Lightning links, DIASs, machine gun receivers, suppressors, etc, would be "Title II Registered Firearms" not "Class 3" parts.
Seeing as the DEALER is a "Class 03 SOT Federal Firearms License holder" maybe Class 3 parts are like arms and legs, a spleen, couple of kidneys, something at or more likely under 32 teeth, some hair (not much, though) ... all harvested from a demilled dealer.
Hey, not much of a joke ... but I laughed!
(Of course, to your point, a barrel, bolt, stock, etc, are all just chunks of metal or "parts." Not regulated at all.)
N003k
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You sure Desidog? The law only names "Auto-Ordnance Thompson type;" assuming its not on an auto-ordnance reciever, and doesn't get banned by the 2 or more section, wouldn't it still be legal? Eh, I'm not gonna try it anyways, even though I'd really rather like to get a Thompson. haha
(Link to CT AWB for anyone that's interested/wants to know. http://www.cga.ct.gov/2009/pub/Chap943.htm#Sec53)
(Link to CT AWB for anyone that's interested/wants to know. http://www.cga.ct.gov/2009/pub/Chap943.htm#Sec53)
desidog
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Well, I'm no State-prosecutor; but the "Thompson type" is a catch-all phrase that makes me think that a trooper who got up on the wrong side of bed could make an expensive situation for you....even if it got thrown out, you'd still have dropped a few grand for a lawyer...and if it didn't and you lose, it would be an awful shame to spend time in jail for something which is perfectly legal in other states.
I do not think this sort of thing would go to court, because (i hope!) the state would not be squandering its money on this, and also putting at risk a case that might work its way up in appeals and potentially up-end the CT AWB; while real criminals with ill intent are still out there unfettered. ...but the government never ceases to amaze me.
I do not think this sort of thing would go to court, because (i hope!) the state would not be squandering its money on this, and also putting at risk a case that might work its way up in appeals and potentially up-end the CT AWB; while real criminals with ill intent are still out there unfettered. ...but the government never ceases to amaze me.
N003k
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True, true, like I said, I personally am not willing to risk it, as much as I'd love a Thompson, and I suppose even though it does say AUTO-ORDNANCE Thompson Type, that doesn't mean that some officer won't mistake that, and that some prosecuter won't be willing to push the envelope...ah well.
desidog
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A quick way to check the potential of a Thompson build would be to call all the major FFL's and see who'd sell you a Thompson-type receiver...i'd be willing to bet you won't find any takers for your money.
It's a pity; the first F/A gun i ever shot was a Tommy. I was about 9 or 10 and couldn't even shoulder it. That experience was certainly one that contributed to my love of firearms.
It's a pity; the first F/A gun i ever shot was a Tommy. I was about 9 or 10 and couldn't even shoulder it. That experience was certainly one that contributed to my love of firearms.
That's correct. However, there is quite a few people in connecticut that own registered SA Thompsons on certificates of posession. There is also more than a few full autos here as well. (Connecticut is one of the national leaders for MG ownership). So, there are definetely legal reasons to own Thompson parts here.
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