My grandmother years ago gave me an antique samurai black powder matchlock rifle. The rifle is not in working condition and has no ramrod, but is otherwise visually intact. I do not have any black powder, ammunition nor firing cord. The rifle itself was made in 18th or 19th century Japan and was acquired by my grandfather during World War II. I'd like to put it on the wall of my home, but I was concerned about any legal entanglements that I might discover. Since I am a public employee who works in education, I cannot afford to have any kind of charges brought against me for posessing firearms illegally. The rifle never leaves my home and is only kept for its value as an heirloom. I'd appreciate any advice that might clarify my obligations with respect to this antique firearm.
2007-01-18
06:47:00
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I'm not a felon
2007-01-18
06:57:46 ·
update #1