What do you guys think there are for so-called "assault weapons" and hi cap magazines in circulation at present? I wonder if there's a reasonable estimate of this anywhere. Consider all the different variations of "assault weapons" like ARs, AKs, and every other potential model. And consider how many 30 and 20 rd mags there are out there.
Was thinking about this in the context of the senate dem's latest proposed ban on bump stocks, assault weapons, and hi cap magazines. Bill would outlaw sales, transfers, or possession of all new AWs and magazines but grandfather in existing weapons and magazines owned by private parties. Won't even make a dent when you think about the millions of weapons and hicap mags already in circulation. Think about all of the ARs out there alone. And all of the AR parts! Many enthusiasts have two or more fully-built ARs of different calibers, platforms, or purposes. And enough parts to build even more. And as for magazines....a lot of guys stock up on those and may have 20-30 or more magazines in their possession.