Pistol Grip Pistol (don't do this)

Published on May 17, 2024
Duration: 0:24

This video from Spartan Defense humorously but authoritatively warns viewers about the legal implications of attaching a vertical foregrip to a pistol. It highlights that such a modification can reclassify the firearm as an Any Other Weapon (AOW) under the National Firearms Act (NFA), requiring registration and a tax stamp. The expert instructor emphasizes the importance of understanding these regulations to avoid legal issues.

Quick Summary

Attaching a vertical foregrip to a pistol can reclassify it as an Any Other Weapon (AOW) under the National Firearms Act (NFA). This requires registration with the ATF and payment of a $200 tax stamp to remain legal.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Beretta Pistol & Foregrip Intro
  2. 00:18NFA Legal Warning

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if I put a vertical foregrip on a pistol?

Attaching a vertical foregrip to a pistol can reclassify it as an Any Other Weapon (AOW) under the National Firearms Act (NFA). This requires registration with the ATF and payment of a $200 tax stamp to remain legal.

Is it illegal to put a foregrip on a handgun?

It is not inherently illegal, but it can make your handgun an NFA-regulated Any Other Weapon (AOW). This means it must be registered with the ATF, and you must pay a $200 tax stamp before possessing it.

What is an AOW under the NFA?

An Any Other Weapon (AOW) is a classification under the National Firearms Act (NFA) for firearms that don't fit neatly into other categories but are deemed unusual or dangerous. Adding a vertical foregrip to a pistol is a common way a firearm can become an AOW.

Who enforces NFA regulations?

NFA regulations are enforced by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), a federal agency. They oversee the registration and taxation of NFA-controlled items like machine guns, SBRs, SBSs, and AOWs.

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