Our esteemed Governor here in Illinois was screaming about .50 bmg's back before he ran for governor. It seems he feels that these would be terrible in the hands of strret gangs and criminals (which they would). But what person in todays city, 1-needs a gun that can shoot 2500 yds. And 2- is going to spend $8000 for a rifle and scope. They can go out and get a .308 or 30-06 for a few hundred. Besides, .50 bmg rounds cost $4.00 each. Versus what? $.25 each?. Besides trying to shoot something 2500 yards away in the city is impractical. Things get in the way. Like BUILDINGS
LOL! Like some skinny little thug is going to lug around a 33lb 4 foot long "not very inconspicuous" piece of hardware like that. It would be handy on my farm though. great for that "long shot" when a moose goes trotting through the back section.
"Things get in the way. Like BUILDINGS"
Here in Los Angeles, the AIR is too dirty to see 2,500 yards. But just you wait 'til they outlaw SUVs.
I was under the impression city people are allowed out of the city once in awhile. Is it completely forbidden or can permission be granted to leave?
Hey, you're being unfair. He was worried about those because he knew they'd be a threat if he was elected, since anyone in the red zones would be able to take a shot at him with one--from the red zones. :)