Don't want to hijack from the main discussion but can't help comment that the level of alarmism, agitprop and disinformation concerning guns and gun-related issues is disturbing. Recent report stateside radio (perhaps NPR) raised horrifying spectre of bank robbed at gunpoint with AK-47 apparently shipped to CONUS by Iraqui war vet standing down. Reported rate of fire 750 rnds per minute. Those of you who have inverted a few lashed up banana mags or watched a barrel start to squirm will find this far-fetched but those inclined to believe, will.

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