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Posted: 2/10/2006 11:36:11 PM EDT

FNG question here. I've got a Romy kit I'd like to build (1st time) and just need to know if I build it for myself never to be transferred to someone else do I have to pay the $200 ATF fee to remain legal? Does buying a premade receiver vs bending a flat make a difference from a legal standpoint? Thanks in advance for any help, the ATF site isn't real clear or maybe I just don't understand the "legaleze" language.

Posted: 2/11/2006 4:17:15 AM EDT

[#1]

As long as you are not building as a SBR, you don't have to pay any tax. Just the sales tax when you purchase a receiver. On the receiver types, you can build on either and not have a problem. I would suggest you go with a 100% for your first build. Be warned, one will not be enough! Hoe building is as addictive as crack!

Mike

Posted: 2/11/2006 4:33:12 AM EDT

[#2]

What me223 said, as long is it's not a SBR your good.

Posted: 2/11/2006 6:10:40 AM EDT

[#3]

also its not legal to build a mg

Posted: 2/11/2006 7:56:54 AM EDT

[#4]

SBR? Don't understand the acronymh.gif

Posted: 2/11/2006 8:01:49 AM EDT

[#5]

Short Barreled Rifle?

Posted: 2/11/2006 8:29:28 AM EDT

[#6]

yes
you only have to pay tax on a "special rifle"

Posted: 2/11/2006 8:03:13 PM EDT

[#7]

So long as you do not intend to transfer the rifle when you make it, it is legal to build it. However, you cannot make a fully automatic rifle under any circumstances, and you must comply with all other federal laws (like 922r, which requires 6 U.S. made parts, 5 if your rifle does NOT have a muzzle device). Check out this forum and a few others. You'll find you can build your own AK from a flat with minimal cost and no paperwork. Priceless.

Posted: 2/14/2006 8:02:31 PM EDT

[#8]

Thanks for the info guys

Posted: 2/16/2006 10:27:49 AM EDT

[#9]

Quoted:
Hoe building is as addictive as crack!
Mike

Gotta keep the hoe's happy.

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