automatic receivers

[marko]

Planning my second build and was curious if I could use a receiver that was marked with the "SAFE/FIRE/AUTO". I'm not planning on making a automatic rifle, just would like the look.

[Army Chief]

There are no relevant restrictions on selector markings, so yes -- this can be done. In the eyes of the law, the receiver isn't truly a machinegun receiver unless it is actually drilled for the auto sear.

Of course, a word of warning is probably in order here too, since "the look" you're after may mark you as a poseur in the eyes of some, and it will surely invite questions from others. Self-appointed do-gooders will likely harrass you for NFA paperwork, while average Joes at the range will inevitably ask why your rifle is marked for full auto when it isn't a full auto. While I see no real harm in this, I really wouldn't feel like dealing with the hassles, either.

To each his own, but I would definitely pass on an AUTO-marked semi receiver.

AC

[HeavyDuty]

Here in IL a Safe-Semi-Auto attracts w-a-y too much LE attention. I wouldn't have one.

[Eric]

While interesting and not specifically restricted, for me it would accomplish nothing and increase the likelihood of negative issues.

[Stickman]

Planning my second build and was curious if I could use a receiver that was marked with the "SAFE/FIRE/AUTO". I'm not planning on making a automatic rifle, just would like the look.



You certainly can, there are plenty of them available, and it certainly gets more attention from people.

[HeavyDuty]

I'd be willing to overcome my resistance to SFA markings if I could find one of those "pirate" lowers that are marked "Parley/Aaargh!/Plunder" or the original smartass ones marked "Safe/Semi/Hide the Dog". [:D]

[marko]

Lots of good points and all will be taken into consideration (Poser or not, I still think it would be cool).

[SDDuc996]

If that's what you want, do so. As long as you're not drilling for an auto sear, and following ATF regs, who cares. Just keep in mind it will draw attention. I personally prefer to be discreet, but if you don't mind the questions then have at it.

Regardless, if I remember correctly the only authority that can officially ask to see your Tax Stamp is an ATF agent. All others would be shown merely out of courtesy.

[titus7]

So a POF 416 lower is completely legal to own as long as you dont have the full auto LPK??

[5pins]

So a POF 416 lower is completely legal to own as long as you dont have the full auto LPK??

No, it can’t be capable of having full auto parts installed.

[titus7]

so what is needed to accept a FA parts kit??

[5pins]

A hole needs to be drilled for the auto sear. Some machining may need to be done inside depending on the manufacture of the lower.

[Stickman]

so what is needed to accept a FA parts kit??


A lot of federal paperwork.

[Ryo]

A lot of federal paperwork.

That's also assuming that it's legal to own in the state your in.