XD45 7,124 Posted April 25, 2017 Report Share Posted April 25, 2017 (edited) https://www.sb-tactical.com/blog/sb-tactical-announces-reversal-atf-open-letter-use-sb-tactical-pistol-stabilizing-braces/ PRESS RELEASE: SB Tactical™ Announces Reversal of ATF Open Letter on the Use of SB Tactical Pistol Stabilizing Braces® Written By: SB-Tactical SB Tactical_ATF Reversal of Open Letter PositionSaint Petersburg, Fla. (April, 25, 2017) – SB Tactical™, inventors and manufacturers of the Pistol Stabilizing Brace®, is excited to announce that the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (BATFE) has issued SB Tactical a reversal letter containing a sensible clarification of the Bureau’s position on the lawful use of SB Tactical braces. The new clarification of opinion letter states, “an NFA firearm has not necessarily been made when the device is not reconfigured for use as a shoulder stock – even if the attached firearm happens to be fired from the shoulder. To the extent that the January 2015 Open Letter implied or has been construed to hold that incidental, sporadic, or situational “use” of an arm-brace (in its original approved configuration) equipped firearm from a firing position at or near the shoulder was sufficient to constitute “redesign,” such interpretations are incorrect and not consistent with ATF’s interpretation of the statute or the manner in which it has historically been enforced.” SB Tactical, along with the law offices of Mark Barnes & Associates, have worked tirelessly for more than two years to correct what they believed to be an inaccurate interpretation of “redesign,” related to the Pistol Stabilizing Brace. “It has always been our belief that the addition of our Pistol Stabilizing Brace benefits shooters, both disabled and able-bodied, and that neither strapping it to your arm nor shouldering a brace equipped pistol would constitute ‘redesign’ of a pistol to a NFA firearm”, said Alex Bosco, inventor, founder and CEO of SB Tactical. “We are strongly encouraged by the ATF’s reversal of opinion and commend their willingness to continually review policy, including their own opinions, to ensure public safety and the fulfillment of their mission.” Both SB Tactical and Mark Barnes & Associates are proud to be at the forefront of protecting and preserving the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding Americans. Mark Barnes echoed Bosco’s praise of the ATF’s new guidance and stated that “it’s clear that the Bureau has no intention or desire to prosecute law abiding citizens using SB Tactical Pistol Stabilizing Braces. Their decision to act should be commended.” Edited April 25, 2017 by Darth Saigus 5 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Spacehog 2,218 Posted April 25, 2017 Report Share Posted April 25, 2017 Braces are back in business again! FTR, where was the NRA or GOA on this one? Either way, great news. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HB of CJ 1,263 Posted April 25, 2017 Report Share Posted April 25, 2017 Great news. Somebody who is somebody at the 800 pound Gorilla Factory showed some common sense. I also wonder if the person could actually see that approaching light through the train tunnel for what it actually is ... an approaching 5000 ton freight train. The Trump Cannonball Express. Also bods well for future rulings? That is less clear. But we will take our Constitutional victories anyway we can. In this case one small step or shoulder presentation at a time. Makes one wonder also about future SBR and SBS rulings? Kinda begs a very small legal distinction. One can hope. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Spacehog 2,218 Posted April 25, 2017 Report Share Posted April 25, 2017 7N6??????? 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
evlblkwpnz 3,418 Posted April 25, 2017 Report Share Posted April 25, 2017 Party time! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DLT 1,646 Posted April 25, 2017 Report Share Posted April 25, 2017 I have no words. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
G O B 3,516 Posted April 25, 2017 Report Share Posted April 25, 2017 Step by step.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
netpackrat 566 Posted April 25, 2017 Report Share Posted April 25, 2017 So much for my plan to mount an arm brace to a registered SBR, and troll the range. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
XD45 7,124 Posted April 25, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 25, 2017 Now that it's "legal" I don't even want to shoulder my Draco any more... 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
netpackrat 566 Posted April 26, 2017 Report Share Posted April 26, 2017 Now would be a good time for people to stop writing $#*$#((&*&*^ letters to the ATF.... 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
evlblkwpnz 3,418 Posted April 26, 2017 Report Share Posted April 26, 2017 Almost makes me want an AR pistol, almost. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bvamp 604 Posted April 26, 2017 Report Share Posted April 26, 2017 (edited) does this apply to a one point sling as well? or just an attached device primarily made for said firearm? edit to clarify - as in i attach my carry pistol to a leather strap on my belt so as to create a solid "pull point" type of stock... or is that still illegal? Edited April 26, 2017 by Ben Vampatella Quote Link to post Share on other sites
poolingmyignorance 2,191 Posted April 26, 2017 Report Share Posted April 26, 2017 does this apply to a one point sling as well? or just an attached device primarily made for said firearm? edit to clarify - as in i attach my carry pistol to a leather strap on my belt so as to create a solid "pull point" type of stock... or is that still illegal? I don't think I've ever heard of a sling attached to a pistol being illegal. Ridiculous maybe, illegal no. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gunfun 3,931 Posted April 27, 2017 Report Share Posted April 27, 2017 (edited) Now would be a good time for people to stop writing $#*$#((&*&*^ letters to the ATF.... I disagree. We need to force the issues, force the bastards into court, and get them pinned down to actual rulings. We are still at their whim and mercy. does this apply to a one point sling as well? or just an attached device primarily made for said firearm? edit to clarify - as in i attach my carry pistol to a leather strap on my belt so as to create a solid "pull point" type of stock... or is that still illegal? I don't think I've ever heard of a sling attached to a pistol being illegal. Ridiculous maybe, illegal no. It was cool when Tuco did it Maybe he was thinking of a shoestring? Edited April 27, 2017 by GunFun 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Capt Nemo 882 Posted April 27, 2017 Report Share Posted April 27, 2017 does this apply to a one point sling as well? or just an attached device primarily made for said firearm? edit to clarify - as in i attach my carry pistol to a leather strap on my belt so as to create a solid "pull point" type of stock... or is that still illegal? I don't think I've ever heard of a sling attached to a pistol being illegal. Ridiculous maybe, illegal no. It's not bad on a M11. Works well for steadying along with the front strap. Though the FA stock would be nicer. But watch that front hand position, or you could shoot your fingers off! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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evlblkwpnz 3,418 Posted May 2, 2017 Report Share Posted May 2, 2017 Now that it has had time to settle with me, I really think this may have been a matter of convenience for the ATF. They are probably sick of processing Form 1s and fielding all of the form status inquiry calls from people who have forms out. Let's hope they have designs on further reducing the amount of Form 1 and Form 4 they have to process (HPA). Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HB of CJ 1,263 Posted May 2, 2017 Report Share Posted May 2, 2017 Or somebody within the BATFE wants to keep his job ... and his pension. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bvamp 604 Posted May 5, 2017 Report Share Posted May 5, 2017 (edited) since when does the treasury department turn down a chance to tax someone? something else is up Edited May 5, 2017 by Ben Vampatella 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
G O B 3,516 Posted May 5, 2017 Report Share Posted May 5, 2017 Hopefully, they back off taxing - WHEN THEIR JOB IS IN JEOPARDY! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
HB of CJ 1,263 Posted May 18, 2017 Report Share Posted May 18, 2017 The timing is interesting. Maybe the 800 pound Gorilla senses something coming through the door. Godzilla? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
patriot 7,197 Posted May 18, 2017 Report Share Posted May 18, 2017 ...the Sleeping Giant is beginning to stir. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
evlblkwpnz 3,418 Posted May 18, 2017 Report Share Posted May 18, 2017 Maybe Freedom is just back in style Quote Link to post Share on other sites
G O B 3,516 Posted May 19, 2017 Report Share Posted May 19, 2017 Freedom is often under assault, but NEVER out of style!!!! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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