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I understand the intent, but feel that there are so many other loopholes that put much worse weapons on the street than a printer. Besides, my prints can barely sustain normal use, much less a bullet being fired from them. I would think that this is more of a risk to the person holding the gun than who it's pointing at.

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[–] histic@lemmy.dbzer0.com 11 points 1 year ago (2 children)

I personally have a 3d printed gun that I've put a few hundred rounds though and is still holding up just fine 3d printing is plenty strong enough

[–] Skanky@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago

Oh really? Do you mind telling us how the barrel was 3D printed?

[–] the_q@lemmy.world 0 points 1 year ago (2 children)
[–] Ajen@sh.itjust.works 10 points 1 year ago

In general, most people can legally build their own firearms in the US. "Ghost" guns aren't illegal unless you're selling them or giving them away.

[–] ArcaneSlime@lemmy.dbzer0.com 5 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

It isn't a crime unless you're a prohibited possessor, they'll be alright.