Olympic OA96 Pistol: A Loophole in the Assault Weapons Ban
This entry details the Olympic Arms OA96 pistol, a firearm that navigated the 1994 Assault Weapons Ban through a specific legal loophole. Despite features like a pistol grip, flash hider, and 30-round capacity, its fixed magazine allowed it to be classified as not an 'assault pistol' by the ATF. The analysis highlights how manufacturers can adapt designs to comply with or circumvent firearm legislation.











