The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post

ctdonath · January 3, 2001, 10:26 AM

IIRC, short barreled shotguns by definition have shoulder stocks, while AOW shotguns do not. The latter have the $5 tax. Think about what you actually want a pistol-grip-only shotgun for, and realize that in general it's not particularly useful.

I bought this Mossberg 590 Mariner AOW from C3 dealer Allan Kirchmer:

I'm also tempted by the Serbu Super-Shorty:

Check your state's laws on such items; subtleties may allow or disalow such arms. Read Bardwell's NFA FAQ. Peruse Tom Bowers' Subguns Board. Read and contribute to the 1934 Group's lawsuit to remove the much-abused CLEO-signoff requirement for Class III transfers. When you're ready to buy, contact the dealer of your choice and just work through the paperwork he gives you.

January 3, 2001, 10:26 AM	#3
ctdonath Senior Member Join Date: April 11, 1999 Posts: 1,904	IIRC, short barreled shotguns by definition have shoulder stocks, while AOW shotguns do not. The latter have the $5 tax. Think about what you actually want a pistol-grip-only shotgun for, and realize that in general it's not particularly useful. I bought this Mossberg 590 Mariner AOW from C3 dealer Allan Kirchmer: I'm also tempted by the Serbu Super-Shorty: Check your state's laws on such items; subtleties may allow or disalow such arms. Read Bardwell's NFA FAQ. Peruse Tom Bowers' Subguns Board. Read and contribute to the 1934 Group's lawsuit to remove the much-abused CLEO-signoff requirement for Class III transfers. When you're ready to buy, contact the dealer of your choice and just work through the paperwork he gives you.