How to Avoid the Legal Pitfalls of a Transferrable H&K Auto Sear

Published on April 29, 2024
Duration: 13:16

This expert guide, presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, details the legal intricacies of using transferable H&K auto sears with semi-auto host firearms. It emphasizes that modifying the receiver's semi-auto shelf is illegal, and instead, the trigger pack housing must be modified to fit. The guide covers crucial purchase precautions and potential legal pitfalls, particularly for MP5 conversions.

Quick Summary

To legally use a transferable H&K auto sear with a semi-auto receiver, the trigger pack housing must be modified to fit over the receiver's shelf. Modifying the receiver's shelf is illegal and constitutes manufacturing a machine gun. Registered sears offer more versatility than registered receivers as they can be moved between host guns.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: H&K Transferable Trigger Packs
  2. 01:24Receiver Design & Semi-Auto Shelf
  3. 03:12Full-Auto vs. Semi-Auto Receiver Visuals
  4. 06:00Legally Modifying Trigger Packs
  5. 07:11Registered Receivers vs. Registered Sears
  6. 08:45Purchase Precautions Summary
  7. 09:50MP5 Two-Stamp Legal Trap

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I legally use a transferable H&K auto sear with a semi-auto receiver?

To legally use a transferable H&K auto sear, you must modify the trigger pack housing itself to fit over the semi-auto receiver's shelf. Modifying the receiver's shelf is illegal and considered manufacturing a machine gun.

What is the main legal pitfall when converting H&K firearms with auto sears?

The primary legal pitfall is modifying the semi-automatic receiver's shelf to accept a full-auto trigger pack. This is illegal. The correct method involves modifying the trigger pack housing to clear the receiver's shelf.

What's the difference between a registered receiver and a registered sear for H&K firearms?

A registered receiver means the receiver itself is the NFA-controlled item and cannot be moved between different host guns. A registered sear or trigger pack is the transferable part, allowing full-auto capability on multiple compatible semi-auto hosts.

Are there special legal considerations for MP5 conversions?

Yes, especially if the host was originally a rifle (like an HK94) and had its barrel shortened. Removing the registered full-auto pack can turn it into an unregistered SBR, requiring a second tax stamp unless properly registered.

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