Shoulder stocks and broomhandles

[Kyrie]

Hi Dave,


Mauser C96 "Broomhandles", Browning and Inglis P-35 "High Power" pistols, and Navy and Artillery Lugers are exempted from the National Firearms Act section on short barreled rifles when accompanied by an "...original, German mfd., ... detachable wooden shoulder stocks...".


See:


http://www.atf.treas.gov/firearms/relics/index.htm


Additionally, ATF "...has previously determined that an 1896 Mauser pistol with a reproduction holster/stock that closely approximates or duplicates the original holster/stock, is excluded from the provisions of the National Firearms Act."


This last is not in the ATF regs at the above site, but is covered in two ATF letters (one for C96's and one for High Powers and Lugers). I have copies of those letters and will be happy to share copies with anyone interested - just e-mail me off line.


Hope this helps!


Best regards,


Kyrie