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David Hineline · January 9, 2009, 10:38 AM

So basically in theory.

One can A. convert a semi auto receiver to accept a f/a trigger pack?

B. convert a f/a trigger pack to be mounted on a semi auto receiver?

Now would it be possible to place a f/a trigger assembly into a semi auto trigger housing without mods? also how can a f/a sear be placed into a semi auto trigger assembly?

Topic A before 1986 anyone could do this with proper ATF paperwork, after 1986 this can only be done for LE/Govment usage. Penalties for possesion of illegally converted post 86 machinegun is up to $250,000 fine and up to 10yrs in prison, but minimum you will never own a gun or vote again as a conviceted felon.

Topib B Yes this can/could be done before 1986 see above response.

If you had a semi auto HK style weapon now and you want to legally convert it, you would have to buy an ATF registered transferable sear/trigger pack conversion set and pay the going rate of $13,000 for such an item. There is no free lunch program in regards to machineguns anymore.

January 9, 2009, 10:38 AM	#11
David Hineline Senior Member Join Date: December 23, 1999 Location: South Sioux City, Nebraska Posts: 704	So basically in theory. One can A. convert a semi auto receiver to accept a f/a trigger pack? B. convert a f/a trigger pack to be mounted on a semi auto receiver? Now would it be possible to place a f/a trigger assembly into a semi auto trigger housing without mods? also how can a f/a sear be placed into a semi auto trigger assembly? Topic A before 1986 anyone could do this with proper ATF paperwork, after 1986 this can only be done for LE/Govment usage. Penalties for possesion of illegally converted post 86 machinegun is up to $250,000 fine and up to 10yrs in prison, but minimum you will never own a gun or vote again as a conviceted felon. Topib B Yes this can/could be done before 1986 see above response. If you had a semi auto HK style weapon now and you want to legally convert it, you would have to buy an ATF registered transferable sear/trigger pack conversion set and pay the going rate of $13,000 for such an item. There is no free lunch program in regards to machineguns anymore.