I got into a discussion elsewhere about the legality of a muzzle loading recoilless rifle and have tried to read up on the pertinent laws. I feel like I'm missing something so I wanted your all's input on this. Would it be legal to construct and fire recoilless arm that:
I'm not a machinist and don't have the time or resources to actually construct something like this. Still, I am curious.
- Is muzzle-loading, with some sort of fixed physical contrivance (a bar or grating) that would prevent breech loading.
- Does not used fixed ammunition.
- Is shoulder fired.
- Has a bore diameter larger than .50"
- Is not used to launch explosive or incendiary projectiles.
I'm not a machinist and don't have the time or resources to actually construct something like this. Still, I am curious.