aow?

ameriskin

March 14, 2003 00:17

can someone tell me how this works? i just saw a knock off of a mosseberg 12 gauge with the pistol grip with an overall length of 16.5 inches and was labeled "any other weapon". a 5 dollar tax to buy such a gun? does this make sence to anyone? ameriskin

if you're in my yard tonight, you'll be there in the morning

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  nmyers

  March 14, 2003 02:34

  It doesn't HAVE to make sense: it's a government regulation.
  
  Here's how it works. Congress passes legislation with all kinds of great intentions, they are signed by the President, and they become law. (In this case, it's the National Firearms Act of 1928.) Laws are often kind of general, so a federal agency (in this case, the Dept of Justice) writes regulations that cover the details. Short barrelled rifles & shotguns really didn't fall into the category of handguns, and really couldn't be considered rifles or shotguns; so, they created a special category called "any other weapon".
  
  You were given correct information. You must complete an application & pay a $5 tax when transferring an "aow".
  
  Of course, since all of them are pretty much worthless (from a practical viewpoint), I can't imagine why anyone would want one.
  
  Neal

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  select-fire

  March 14, 2003 03:21

  Ameriskin, The governement passed the National Firearm Act in 1934. This required the registration of all Machine Guns,Aow's (any other weapons) Shortbarrel shotguns. They then became know as Class 3 weapons. In order to purchase one you will need to get approval from BATF in Washington before you can possess it. Your Class 3 dealer will explain everything.

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  mark christian

  March 14, 2003 16:16

  I always suggest that anyone really interested in getting started collecting Title II firearms purchase an Any Other Weapon first. The $5 tax is much easier to swallow and you can then procede through the maze of regulations and long waiting periods without much strain on your wallet. An AOW 12 gauge is a fairly specialized firearm used mostly for stake-outs and up close and personal protection. If you simply need a pistol grip shotgun I'd suggest the unregulated Mossberg cruiser with the 18" barrel. Such a firearm is still very compact, holds more shells, and the longer barrel keeps all of that muzzel blast away from your ears! It can also be purchased with minimal hassel and limited paperwork (perhaps none if bought through a private sale). Only you can decide which firearm best meets your needs.
  
  Mark T. Christian

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