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It depends upon how the national laws are worded and the definition of firearm. In some countries a firearm is definied as a device capable of launching a metal projectile through a metal barrel, in other places it may require the use of chemical reaction (gunpowder) or air to launch the projectile. In UK coil spring guns are lumped in with air guns and fall outside the Firearms Act, but it is still an offence under the Anti-Social Behaviour Act 2003 to carry an airgun in a public place without good reason and an offence for a person under 17 years to be in possession of an airgun.
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 15y agoThe Law can be vague about this. But most of the time "NO" because there is no powder or firing cap involved. Therefore the ATF doesn't require a permit or even consider the BB gun a weapon. However local laws do (At Times) cover the use of air guns locally. So even if the Feds say "No" local laws may say, "Yes." Some states require a permit to oun and air gun or to purchase an air gun. Most states don't.
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∙ 14y agoYou would need to ask an attorney or a police officer, but if one person gets seriously hurt, the person that shot them may face legal charges. And these is a difference between BBs and AirSoft.
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∙ 13y agoIn some states possibly, but as far as I know, u must be over 18.
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∙ 12y agoit all depends on the country and location where you live.
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Are airsoft gun considerd firearms?
No, they are not. A firearm propels a projectile by means of an explosion (gunpowder). Airsoft guns may use an electric motor, a spring, or compressed gas, but they do not use an explosion to propel the BB.
What is the required age for a permit to fire a BB gun?
Most U.S. states do not have a required age for a BB gun. The reason is, a BB gun is not classified as a firearm, so they do not fall under firearm regulations. That said, there may be some states that have stipulations on BB guns, but most don't.
What is BB air pistol?
It's better known as a BB Gun. A BB gun is similar to a real firearm except it uses compressed air instead of gun powder.
How do you find the difference between a BB gun and a real gun?
A BB gun uses compressed air to push a round steel "BB" out of a smoothbore barrel. It does not have the power, range, or accuracy of a firearm.
The difference of a 22 rifle and a BB gun?
A 22 caliber rifle is a firearm and a BB gun is an air gun (Not a firearm) Now if you are asking about a .22 caliber air gun then the difference is in the size of the projectile. A BB is a hard round .175 caliber ball. The .22 caliber is a larger size pellet.
Why are bb guns illegal in Australia?
Australia requires you to have a category "A" firearm license to own a BB gun
How to make bb gun make a real gun?
Pretty much outside the scope of a hobbyist
Can you shoot an air rifle in Oakland Ca?
If it is BB or a pellet gun, yes. A real firearm, no.
Can you take a bb gun into Australian?
No, it is considered a firearm in the same category as its real steel counterpart.
How much time for armed robbery with a bb gun?
Armed robbery with a bb gun would be the same charge as armed robbery with any other firearm. You will not get off on a lesser charge.
Is dan Wesson an air gun?
Dan Wesson makes a real firearm. And has contracted Crosman to make a Real BB gun and an Airsoft gun.
Can a convicted felon use a bb gun to defend his house in Florida?
No, a felon may not be in possession of any firearm in Florida. This includes BB and dart guns.
