ATF Reverses Course, Keeps Biden-Era Frames and Receivers Rule
ATF reversed plans to issue a new frames-and-receivers rule, telling VanDerStok plaintiffs the 2022 Biden-era regulation stays in place.
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Trump DOJ Will Keep Biden-Era Frames Rule, Drawing Fire From 2A Groups
DOJ told VanDerStok and Defense Distributed plaintiffs April 8 it will keep ATF Final Rule 2021R-05F, the Biden-era ghost gun rule, in place.
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Canik and Otter Creek Labs Launch VOID Rifle Suppressor Line
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Sig M17 vs M18
Sig's M17 and M18 share a frame and a fire control unit, but Sig built them for different jobs — here's how the specs, handling, and price compare.