Posted: 8/26/2010 11:51:55 AM EDT
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Whats the minimum length for a shotgun? Do you measure from the stock, grip, or the breech?
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I have never seen a minimum length of the actual shotgun be required, but the barrel length needs to be at least 18 inches. If you satisfy the barrel requirement, it desn't matter how long your stock is, or if you even have a stock. Yes it definitely does matter, there is a minimum OAL of 26" and going below that puts you in NFA territory. This usually isn't a problem with pumps and semis, the action adds a good bit to the overall length. ETA: My 18½" Maverick will meet legal minimum length without its stock or pistol grip attached, not that I'd want to shoot it that way... |
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I thought he was referring to a traditional shotgun and not an SBS or AOW. That is different. I appologize if I didn't read into the question a little more.
I couldn't get any of my shotguns down to under 26" unless I chopped the barrel down significantly. Quoted:
Quoted:
I have never seen a minimum length of the actual shotgun be required, but the barrel length needs to be at least 18 inches. If you satisfy the barrel requirement, it desn't matter how long your stock is, or if you even have a stock. Yes it definitely does matter, there is a minimum OAL of 26" and going below that puts you in NFA territory. This usually isn't a problem with pumps and semis, the action adds a good bit to the overall length. ETA: My 18½" Maverick will meet legal minimum length without its stock or pistol grip attached, not that I'd want to shoot it that way... |