[SoldierDad]

I took no rights away from you or anyone else. There are many weapon systems which are presenly controlled by the Government and not permitted to be obtained by civilians through legal means. That in and of itself does not violate the 2nd Amendment. Sorry, your argument has no validity.

[Eric in the Ozarks]

I own a .50 rifle, although not one of the high dollar guns mentioned in the article. Would you please tell me when you’re coming by to confiscate my property ?

[Tijeras_Slim]

There are many weapon systems which are presenly controlled by the Government and not permitted to be obtained by civilians through legal means. That in and of itself does not violate the 2nd Amendment.

I take it you have proof for this statement. It was not uncommon at past periods of our history for private individuals and organizations to have "weapons systems" such as artillery. The limitation seemed to be cost and logistics and not legal prohibitions.

[mamelukesabre]

I would not object to a ban on 50 caliber rifles IF THEY GAVE US SOMETHING BACK IN RETURN!

For instance, full auto assault rifles, full auto machine pistols, full auto shotguns, grenade launchers, short barreled rifles and short barreled shotguns. Give me those things back without a special permit requirement, and I’ll give up the 50 caliber rifle.

Without those rights restored first, they can take their 50 caliber ban and stick it!

[wastedyears]

The Second Amendment states ‘arms’, not ‘firearms’. Why can’t I own a small mortar?