Machine Guns

A Weapon’s Evolution Early Innovations From the earliest designs, the idea of rapid, sustained firepower captivated inventors and military strategists. Early iterations, crude by today’s standards, quickly demonstrated their devastating potential on the battlefield. The Gatling gun, for instance, a crank-operated weapon, predated the fully automatic machine gun and proved its effectiveness in various conflicts. … Read more

The Birth of a Behemoth From the thunderous roar that echoes across battlefields to the satisfying *thwack* of a round impacting a distant target, the .50 caliber machine gun commands respect. Its legacy is etched in the annals of military history, a testament to its raw power and enduring effectiveness. More than just a weapon, … Read more

Delving Into The Realm of Automatic Firepower Understanding the Basics Owning a fully automatic weapon is a topic that sparks immediate interest, often accompanied by a mix of fascination and apprehension. These firearms, capable of sustained rapid firing, have a rich and complex history, and their legal status is heavily regulated. This article aims to … Read more

Understanding the Beast: Fully Automatic Rifles and Their Place in the Law Distinguishing Firearm Types The distinction between firearm types is crucial. Most commonly encountered are semi-automatic rifles. These require a separate trigger pull for each shot fired, cycling a single round into the chamber with each action. A fully automatic rifle, on the other … Read more

Understanding the Core Concept: What Does “Full Auto” Mean? The roar of a machine gun, the rapid-fire ballet of bullets – a visceral experience that captivates and, for many, holds a unique appeal. The ability to unleash a stream of lead with a single pull of the trigger represents a power and intensity unlike anything … Read more

Defining the Treasure: What Exactly is a Transferable Machine Gun? The allure of holding a piece of history, the raw power of a fully automatic firearm – these are just some of the reasons why transferable machine guns captivate collectors and enthusiasts. Imagine the iconic “chatter” of a Thompson submachine gun, or the sustained fire … Read more

Understanding the Landscape: A Crucial Legal Foundation Before we delve into the specifics of the Drop In Auto Sear and the Lightning Link, it’s imperative to firmly establish a fundamental principle: the legal landscape surrounding machine guns and any devices intended to convert semi-automatic firearms into fully automatic weapons is complex and tightly regulated. This … Read more

Understanding the Mac 10 and Its History Origins and Design The Mac 10, short for Military Armament Corporation Model 10, was conceived by Gordon Ingram. Its design aimed to create a compact, easily concealed, and relatively inexpensive submachine gun. Introduced in the early nineteen sixties, the Mac 10’s initial design was built around the nine … Read more