Have you recently purchase a weapon in case the laws change overnight?

[Rome]

I live in Connecticut on the Mass border. Regardless who you blame for allowing the AG to effectively shut down gun sales in that state literally over night, it did, in fact, happen. Guns that did not qualify under the State's strict "consumer" guidelines were pulled off the shelves. And, there was no "grandfathering" as I heard last night. A number of enthusiests had guns on order through their local seller. When they arrived after the law change, they were simply returned to the manufacturer or locked away. The buyers had no way of getting them, even if they were paid for! This all being said, I'm wonder if this has moved any of you to go out and purchase that one more pistol or rifle in case this happens to your state, too. I know I did. Our AG in CT is drooling to do the same as our sister state to the North given half a chance. So, I'm out trolling for yet one more pistol and maybe one more rifle AND the ammo to go with them. In Mass there are two major law suits being filed against the recent laws, but it may take years to resolve. In the meantime, you're forced to purchase an extremely limited list of hand guns. Think about how that would impact your situation. Maybe it's time we all review whats happening in our respective states and taking the appropriate action!
Rome

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[jeepster]

I live in Mass and I feel like a prisoner. I can't even have guns shipped to my dealer unless they are "safety compliant." I've only had my ltc for three months and have only bought two pistols. I really wanted a kimber custom. Now the only legal way for me to buy one is either used (where?) or move to another state. I can't tell you the sinking feeling i get when I go to a shop and see glass cases full of only revolvers with barrels over 3 inches.
If I lived in any other state in New England I'd take out a loan and buy as many sweet semi-autos as possible. This re-G*D Damn Diculous.
have a Day
Jeepster

If there is a smily face for PUKE I'd put it here!!!!

 

[Phil]

After Mass, Maryland, and Gore/Klinton I decided to accelerate my purchases. I went out and bought a Blackhawk, Kahr MK9 and a 1991a1. I didn't want a cowboy or 1911 style gun with an onboard computer and figured some dolt might outlaw the Kahr as too small.

Its not paranoia if everybody IS out to get you.

 

[M1911]

Yup, I've definitely accelerated purchases. When the AG announced enforcement of the regs, I did some panic buying and picked up a couple pistols. Fortunately, I'd purchased several more earlier this year. Two of those were special orders, so I wouldn't have been able to get them on short notice. And there are still more that I'd like to get, but can't now because of the MA regulations.

Folks, all this is coming soon to a theater near you. Buy it now, while you still can.

Jared

 

[Jeff, CA]

Rent a bedroom in southern Vermont. Get a Vermont driver's license (DON'T trade your MA one for it - apply for it the long way). Exercise your rights as a resident of Vermont.

Illegal? No more so than violating the 2nd.

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[Mal H]

Moving to Legal and Political forum...