The ATF does not consider potato guns Class III DD's.
We have determined that these devices, as described, are not firearms provided that they are used solely for launching potatoes for recreational purposes. However, any such devices which are used as weapons or used to launch other forms of projectiles may be firearms and destructive devices as defined.
Yes thet do scutter... if you fire something other than a potato.. its a mortar... class III DD mine is essentially a Benzene isobutane, propane, 60mm mortar
Ever seen how fries are made in a large factory? It's not much different.
ATF has previously examined "potato guns" or "spud guns" as described above and has generally determined that such devices using potatoes as projectiles and used solely for recreational purposes are not weapons and do not meet the definition of "firearm" or "destructive device" in either the NFA or GCA. However, ATF has classified such devices as "firearms" and "destructive devices" if their design, construction, ammunition, actual use, or intended use indicate that they are weapons. For example, ATF has classified such devices as "firearms" and "destructive devices" if they are designed and used to expel flaming tennis balls.
per the ATF and I have done this,,,,,
good thing i use starting either thenSo you have to use hairspray or similar propellant before it becomes a DD. If you use propane or gunpowder....
Pretty sure paintball guns are out of the question, but not sure about a potato gun. Maybe it depends on the size, i don't know. But as far as I know, felons can't have crossbows, compound bows, etc along with firearms. And if that's true, why can they sell those on CL and not firearms? Doesn't make any sense.
Paintball is a religion??oh..and I can think of atleast 2 felons that I know who play paintball religiously.
where did you hear this?
I think because ...
Pretty sure ...
...but if you fire something else it better have a serial number and a stamp
...its a mortar...
Its legal for sale as long as you arent selling it for the purpose of making it into a DD...
Watch where you step! This place is full of experts!!
there was a myth busters episode where they launched frozen chickens at airplane windshields with something like a potato gun.so I guess shooting things out of a potato gun like roasted chickens,a loaf of bread or some ice cream rolled into a ball are out? that sucks!!! stupid laws
there was a myth busters episode where they launched frozen chickens at airplane windshields with something like a potato gun.
its been a few years though. it might have used compressed air instead of a volatile propellant. idk
Flaming tennis balls?
Now that wold be a sight to see...