[Teacher317]

In my never-too-humble opinion, you grossly underestimate the rebellious nature of the independence-minded American, my dear. Take my pulse weapon, and I'll find a mechanical and take one from an enemy soldier. Take my mechanicl gun, and I'll find a spear. Take my spear, and I'll set a trap.

As for psychological effects, I cannot fathom any circumstances that would make me stop fighting against an American tyrant. The more brutal and efficient, the more I am motivated to oppose them. If they're "politically correct" in their methods, it shows weakness and supports my feelings of Hope. Nothing would make me stop struggling and making any contribution I could, once the shooting starts... other than victory or death.

[Mia T]

Wonderful. A latter-day Patrick Henry. :)

Somewhere along the line my original point and yours were conflated. The issue isn't whether the rebellion can be put down. The issue is whether, if there is no regulation, the gun's obsolescence will render the 2nd amendment ineffectual.