Are AR's now UN-BANNABLE?... They are now more "COMMON" than Ford's F - Series trucks... COMMON USE

Published on August 8, 2022
Duration: 7:31

This video from Langley Outdoors Academy argues that Modern Sporting Rifles (MSRs), commonly known as AR-15s, are now considered 'common use' items, making them constitutionally protected and unbannable under the Second Amendment. Citing NSSF data, the speaker highlights over 24 million MSRs in circulation, exceeding the number of Ford F-Series trucks, to support the common use argument, referencing Supreme Court cases like Heller, Bruin, and Miller. The video contrasts current numbers with the pre-1994 Assault Weapons Ban era to emphasize the significant increase in MSR prevalence.

Quick Summary

Over 24.4 million Modern Sporting Rifles (MSRs), commonly known as AR-15s, are in circulation in the United States, a number that exceeds Ford F-Series trucks. This vast prevalence establishes MSRs as 'common use' items, which are constitutionally protected under the Second Amendment and cannot be banned, according to Supreme Court rulings.

Chapters

  1. 00:00MSRs Exceed Ford F-Series Trucks
  2. 00:10Introduction: Common Use & Second Amendment
  3. 01:43NSSF Data: 24 Million MSRs in Circulation
  4. 02:05NSSF Report Details
  5. 02:26Exponential Growth of AR-15s
  6. 04:00Common Use & Supreme Court Rulings
  7. 04:28MSRs as America's Rifle
  8. 05:02NSSF CEO on MSR Popularity
  9. 05:31Rise in Gun Ownership Post-2020
  10. 05:50Historical Comparison: 1994 Ban vs. Today
  11. 07:03Conclusion: Common Use Confirmed

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'common use' mean in the context of firearms and the Second Amendment?

'Common use' refers to firearms that are in widespread possession by law-abiding citizens for lawful purposes. The Supreme Court has affirmed that firearms in common use are protected under the Second Amendment and cannot be banned.

How many Modern Sporting Rifles (MSRs) are currently in circulation in the US?

According to the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), there are over 24.4 million Modern Sporting Rifles (MSRs), commonly known as AR-15s, in circulation in the United States.

Why is the number of MSRs in circulation significant for gun rights?

The sheer volume of MSRs in circulation, exceeding even popular vehicles like Ford F-Series trucks, establishes them as 'common use' items. This designation provides them with strong constitutional protection under the Second Amendment, making them difficult to ban.

How does the current number of MSRs compare to the pre-1994 ban era?

In 1994, when the Assault Weapons Ban was enacted, annual production and importation of MSRs were around 274,000. By 2020, this number had surged to nearly 2.8 million annually, demonstrating a massive increase in prevalence and commonality.

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