Pistol Brace Creator & SB Tactical Owner discuss with Colion Noir ATF Ruling on Honey Badger Pistol

Published on October 8, 2020
Duration: 17:10

This video features Alex Bosco, CEO of SB Tactical and inventor of the stabilizing brace, discussing the ATF's evolving stance on pistol braces with Colion Noir. Bosco details his history of working with the ATF to establish clear standards for braces, highlighting the 2015 ruling that reclassified shoulder-fired braces as NFA items. He expresses frustration with the ATF's recent actions against Q LLC, a small manufacturer, for alleged violations of unclear standards, emphasizing the lack of publicly available regulations and the potential for criminal prosecution. The discussion underscores concerns about the ATF overstepping its authority and acting as both legislator and judiciary, potentially impacting millions of firearm owners.

Quick Summary

The ATF's 2015 ruling classified shouldering a pistol brace as a redesign, potentially making a firearm an unregistered NFA item. While the ATF acknowledged this was incorrect in 2017, concerns remain about the lack of clear, public standards for braces, leading to actions against manufacturers like Q LLC.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction of Alex Bosco & SB Tactical
  2. 00:50History of Dealing with ATF & Brace Approval
  3. 01:23ATF's 2015 Ruling on Pistol Braces
  4. 02:41ATF Acknowledges Error in 2017
  5. 03:00Efforts to Establish Brace Standards
  6. 03:51ATF's Action Against Q LLC
  7. 04:43ATF Acting Outside Its Authority
  8. 05:00Concerns About ATF Leadership
  9. 06:06Lack of Publicly Available Standards
  10. 07:16Public Safety Mandate vs. ATF Actions
  11. 08:31ATF Overstepping Regulatory Role
  12. 09:44DOJ Directive and ATF's Response
  13. 11:19Why Q LLC Was Targeted
  14. 12:36Current State of the Situation
  15. 13:38Nature of the ATF's Letter
  16. 14:12Conflict with Presidential Executive Orders
  17. 14:41What Citizens Can Do to Help
  18. 15:37Importance of Communication and Advocacy
  19. 16:22Culture War Against the Second Amendment

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the ATF's initial ruling on pistol braces in 2015?

In January 2015, the ATF declared that shouldering a pistol brace would be considered a redesign of the firearm, potentially turning a lawful firearm into an unregistered NFA item and subjecting owners to felony charges.

Has the ATF acknowledged any changes in their stance on pistol braces?

Yes, in 2017, the ATF agreed that their 2015 stance was incorrect. They clarified that sporadically and incidentally firing from the shoulder would not result in the firearm being reclassified as an NFA item.

What is the main frustration regarding the ATF's current actions on pistol braces?

The primary frustration is the lack of clear, publicly available standards for what constitutes a legal brace. This ambiguity allows the ATF to target manufacturers like Q LLC under criminal procedures for alleged violations without providing prior guidance.

How is the ATF's current approach to firearm regulation being criticized?

Critics argue the ATF is overstepping its authority by acting as both a legislative body (creating law through changing rules) and the judiciary (interpreting and enforcing federal law without clear public standards), potentially criminalizing millions of law-abiding citizens.

What can citizens do to address concerns about ATF rulings on pistol braces?

Citizens are encouraged to communicate with their elected officials, contact the Department of Justice and the White House, and support advocacy groups like the NRA to voice their concerns and advocate for clear, public regulations.

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