FRT UPDATE - HOW THE ATF MADE THE DECISION

Published on August 18, 2021
Duration: 9:36

This video details the ATF's ongoing examination of the Rare Breed FRT (Forced Reset Trigger) and its potential classification as a machine gun. It highlights the ATF's evolving interpretation of 'single function of the trigger,' drawing parallels to the bump stock ban. The discussion includes the technical operation of the FRT, the ATF's legal arguments based on case law like Staples v. United States, and the company Rare Breed's defense. The video also touches on the broader implications for firearms technology and the ATF's regulatory power.

Quick Summary

The ATF is examining the Rare Breed FRT (Forced Reset Trigger) for potential classification as a machine gun, drawing parallels to the bump stock ban. Their argument hinges on the interpretation of 'single function of the trigger,' suggesting the FRT allows automatic fire without manual reloading, a stance challenged by Rare Breed and legal experts.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: FRT Update
  2. 00:50Rare Breed FRT Explained
  3. 01:10ATF Criminal Examination
  4. 02:14Bump Stocks & Legal Precedents
  5. 03:01ATF Examination Process
  6. 03:24FEo's Findings & Arguments
  7. 04:11Staples v. United States
  8. 04:48Bump Stock Ban & Trigger Definition
  9. 05:19ATF's Broad Definition of Automatic Fire
  10. 06:06ATF Testing of FRT
  11. 06:26Rare Breed's Fight & Retailers
  12. 07:01Should You Buy an FRT?
  13. 08:50Ongoing Lawsuits & Future Outlook

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ATF's main concern with the Rare Breed FRT?

The ATF is concerned that the Rare Breed FRT (Forced Reset Trigger) could be classified as a machine gun. Their argument is that a device designed to automatically reset the hammer could allow a firearm to fire more than one shot with a single function of the trigger, without manual reloading.

How does the ATF's approach to the FRT compare to the bump stock ban?

The ATF's approach to the FRT mirrors their strategy with the bump stock ban, where they reinterpreted the definition of 'single function of the trigger.' This allows them to classify certain firearm components as machine guns without direct congressional action, raising legal challenges.

What is the technical operation of a Forced Reset Trigger (FRT)?

In an FRT system, when the bolt carrier group cycles back and then moves forward, it physically forces the trigger to reset. This allows a shooter to fire rapidly by maintaining continuous pressure on the trigger, as it resets almost immediately after each shot.

What legal precedent is the ATF citing in its examination of the FRT?

The ATF is citing the Supreme Court case Staples v. United States. This case established that a firearm is considered a machine gun when the trigger is depressed, and the weapon continues to fire until the trigger is released or ammunition is depleted.

What is Rare Breed Firearms' defense against the ATF's classification?

Rare Breed Firearms argues that their FRT does not function as a machine gun because the trigger is manually reset by the bolt carrier group's forward movement. They contend that each shot still requires a distinct action, even if it occurs very rapidly.

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