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To: Gandalf_The_Gray

RE: First of all I did not say that weapons “are harmful only if evil people use them”, I said that weapons are inanimate objects and do not possess free will.

I see no contradiction between saying: “weapons are inanimate objects and do not possess free will.”, and saying: “Weapons are harmful only if evil people use them”. Inanimate objects cause harm ONLY when evil people use them.

In fact BOTH ARE STATEMENTS OF FACT. And oh, I did not say that you said it, I am only making a logical extension of the statement: “weapons are inanimate objects”.

RE: My original point was if you had a basement full of dynamite and didn’t use it (being the nice guy that you no doubt are) no one would know but you, so who cares what you are sitting on?

My main concern is POSSESSION and PURCHASE of dynamite.

Isn’t it a violation of the second amendment to restrict its possession and purchase? Isn’t it a form of “bearing arms”?

To be consistent, if we should be allowed to use semi-automatics because the second amendment guarantees us this, I see no reason why the second amendment should limit the idea of “bearing arms” ONLY to semi-autos and lower forms of weapons.

The term “arms” is a broad category and would include other forms of arms such as -— Bazookas, Automatics and Dynamites.

RE: If you really want to cause a lot of damage to a lot of people just clog the storm drains of the underpass on a rainy night, you still don’t need dynamite.

I agree, but why stop at clogging, why not make it spectacular and use dynamite? And more importantly, why is purchasing dynamite as a law abiding citizen heavily controlled ( dare I say illegal )?


26 posted on 01/09/2013 9:05:13 PM PST by SeekAndFind
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To: SeekAndFind
The term “arms” is a broad category and would include other forms of arms such as -— Bazookas, Automatics and Dynamites.

You argue that arms such as "Bazookas, Automatics and Dynamites" should be allowed which implies that they are not "allowed". I'm not quite sure what you mean by "allowed" but such are available for civilian purchase and use. The process for purchase and use of NFA items (fully automatic weapons, short barreled rifles and shotguns, suppressors and destructive devices) involves filing an ATF Form 4 with a $200.00 check for the excise tax. There are more steps involved but if you have a clean record (you are not a raving lunatic) you will be able to complete your purchase.

As for explosives, you will need to apply for a blasting license which will allow you to purchase explosives and use them for legitimate purposes (clearing land, building demolition, quarrying, or mining).

ATF or more correctly BATFE, is charged with oversight of both of these areas of commerce. They will want to keep track of what you purchase, where you plan to use it, where you plan to store it before use. They will audit your inventory to assure that your purchase is not being diverted to illegal use. In essence, you can buy (and I have bought) items such as you describe. The BATFE exists to make sure that you don't run off the rails and use or allow others to use those items for illicit purpose.

If those restrictions are not to your liking you can always "go dark" and try your hand at converting semi-auto weapons to full auto. It's not as easy as the anti-gun crowd seems to think but it is possible. Just don't get caught as the fines and guaranteed prison term will ruin your day.

If you want to try your hand at chemistry and "home brew" some explosives "Under the radar". You are going to need concentrated sulfuric and nitric acids at a minimum. Since the Feds monitor "precursor" chemicals (war on drugs) you're going to need a a business to cover for the purchase, I'd suggest electroplating as acids are used in the process. There are books written specifically on the production of explosives. I suggest that you study the process before attempting to brew up a batch, as it is likely that you will blow yourself to itty bitty pieces because of poor temperature control. If chemistry is not your cup of tea you could try stealing explosives from a quarry or other place where they are used. I would point out that "powder magazines" are probably more secure than bank vaults because of BATFE oversight.

Patience grasshopper, all things are possible with time and money. You need a license to drive a car too, that doesn't mean you can't drive without one, it just means you shouldn't. All things are legal until you get caught.

Regards,
GtG

PS I bought a dozen sticks of dynamite, caps and fuse at a lumber yard in northern Wisconsin back in the '70s. The paperwork took about 5 minutes. I was clearing a road to my cabin. Times have changed (and not for the better!)

27 posted on 01/10/2013 12:07:18 PM PST by Gandalf_The_Gray (I live in my own little world, I like it 'cuz they know me here.)
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