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November 14, 2008, 04:08 PM | #1 |
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Uzi carbine: 16" barrel, 24" OAL
I recently acquired a Vector uzi carbine that was manufactured wiith a 16" barrel and 24" overall length when the stock is folded. NFA requires a 26" OAL.
I've heard that the OAL is measured with the stock extended so long as the stock isn't detatchable. I have disassembled the rifle and am ordering a wood buttstock, but they are quick detatchable and I'll have to modify it to make it permanent. I looked on the ATF site and couldn't find anything saying that my carbine is OK just like it is. Does anyone know about a ruling on this? |
November 14, 2008, 04:29 PM | #2 |
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I know you want to see something, BUT I know that the federal agency I belong to measures with the stock extended fully.
Only certain states (Michigan I believe) measure with the stock collapsed.
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November 15, 2008, 12:21 AM | #3 |
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Why not call Vector and ask them for whatever ATF letter they have on file? I have a hard time believing that they would endanger their FFL by selling illegal guns.
But I suppose if one was really worrying over it they could take their folding stock to a welding shop and have it welded open.
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November 15, 2008, 12:38 AM | #4 |
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The Feds count the OAL with the stock extended. Commonly overlooked, but true.
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November 15, 2008, 02:41 AM | #5 |
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Detatchable or folding or collapsing doed not matter by federal law, so unless Florida has a state law against it you are good to go as you are.
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November 15, 2008, 03:54 AM | #6 |
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That's what I keep hearing I was hoping that someone would have a publication nymber or link supporting that.
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November 16, 2008, 02:01 PM | #8 |
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thank you, that is exactly what I needed.
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