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Posted by: Jim on: 02/10/2015 11:02 PM
With the price of 3D printers coming down and the rather easy availability of 3D gun plans that can be downloaded on the Net, people should be aware of local legislation before even thinking about attempting their own build.
Quote:"Detective Inspector Scott Knowles of the Major and Organised Crime Squad commented on the 3D printed parts saying that people using weapons created through this process risk serious injury to themselves and others.
“With weapons and parts manufactured this way still being classified as a firearm under current legislation, people can also see themselves before the courts for manufacturing and possessing these items,” Detective Inspector Knowles said."
Along with the other illegal assets seized, it seems this miscreant also 3D Printed a set of "brass" knuckles. Frankly, that doesn't sound that scary. I'd have rather spent my time making a Brass Knuckle can holder or Pizza Cutter. However, if you really want to do "Plastic" Knuckles right --- add spikes!
Quote:"Detective Inspector Scott Knowles of the Major and Organised Crime Squad commented on the 3D printed parts saying that people using weapons created through this process risk serious injury to themselves and others.
“With weapons and parts manufactured this way still being classified as a firearm under current legislation, people can also see themselves before the courts for manufacturing and possessing these items,” Detective Inspector Knowles said."
Along with the other illegal assets seized, it seems this miscreant also 3D Printed a set of "brass" knuckles. Frankly, that doesn't sound that scary. I'd have rather spent my time making a Brass Knuckle can holder or Pizza Cutter. However, if you really want to do "Plastic" Knuckles right --- add spikes!
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