Democrat Targets .50 Caliber Revolver for Nationwide Ban

CNSNews.com ^ | February 17, 2003 | Democrat Targets .50 Caliber Revolver for Nationwide Ban By Michael L. Betsch

[Blood of Tyrants]

Davis believes the 500 Magnum has a greater potential for becoming a lethal inner-city status symbol

COMPLRTELY ignoring the fact that gang bangers simply don't carry 4 1/2 lb. $900 guns around. If having the most powerful gun was a status symbol amog gang bangers, then they would all be carrying .454 Casull's.

[biblewonk]

They should make a 20 mm magnum, then let the anti-gun nuts actually ban it so they can feel they are accomplishing something. Then they could leave us alone for a couple of years.

[Hodar]

Rep. Danny Davis (D-Ill.). "I think guns are made to kill people. That's my opinion."

At least he got that point correct. Now if he can only figure out what the Bill of Rights means. People have a right to defend themselves. Superior firepower is a good means to do that. Statistically speaking, I don't think that the .44 Automag (ie. Dirty Harry's weapon of choice) makes a blip on the criminal weapon's radar screen. Why would this be any different?

[The Great RJ]

If memory serves me $2 box cutters were ultimately responsible for more than 3,000 deaths on September 11, 2001. Why don't we have a ban on them?

[cake_crumb]

"It's hard for me to rationalize any particular need or purpose" for the 500 Magnum, said Rep. Danny Davis (D-Ill.). "I think guns are made to kill people. That's my opinion."

You THINK??? You want legislation based ON WHAT YOU THINK???

OH, look for TV newscasts suddenly obsessed AGAIN with gun violence and the need for control of all thos nasty, evil, law-abiding gun owners AGAIN.

Democrats have brain damage...must be all the coke and opuim-laced Lebonese hash.

[Blood of Tyrants]

Anything larger than a .50 cal (using modern smokless powder) is currently classified as a "destructive weapon" and is already highly regulated.

[Sangamon Kid]

He added that its high power combined with its concealability could make it the "weapon of choice" for urban gangs.

CONCEALABILITY...of a miniature cannon? What is this guy smoking?

[MileHi]

"You don't go out hunting deer with a revolver," Davis said.

Well the buck I shot with my .44 last last fall would disagree.

These people are hysterical.

[Noumenon]

Democrats have brain damage ...and some of them appear to have a suicidal disregard for the country's founding documents.

[SirFishalot]

Great, I imagine they will go after these next...

[Polycarp]

http://www.magnumresearch.com/

[Blood of Tyrants]

What is this guy smoking?

My guess would be that it is opium laced hashish from his buddy's, Saddam's private stock.

[Centurion2000]

bump ..... A 12 guage revolver would be kinda nice

[Commiewatcher]

Danny Davis - confirmed card carrying member of Democrat Socialists of America.

[Blood of Tyrants]

Yea! In 3 1/2" magnum, too!

[Polycarp]

Magnum Research makes the same revolver this idiot is trying to ban in .45 Long Colt/.410. Its not 12 gauge, but its a start.

[WSGilcrest]

Specifications
Model:	500
Product Code:	163500
Caliber:	500 S&W Magnum®
Capacity:	5 Rounds
Barrel Length:	8-3/8”
Frame Size:	X-Frame
Action:	Single Action/Double Action
Front Sights:	Interchangeable Black Blade
Rear Sights:	Micrometer Click Black Blade
Grips:	Hogue Rubber-Energy Absorbing
Material:	Stainless Steel
Finish:	Satin Stainless
Overall Length:	15”
Weight:	72.5 oz.
Other Features:	Most Powerful Production Revolver in the World Today Massive 500 S&W Magnum® Cartridge 2600 ft/lb. Muzzle Energy A Hunting Handgun For Any Game Animal Walking Recoil Tamed with Effective Muzzle Compensator Hoque Sorbathane® Recoil Absorbing Grip Internal Lock
UPC:	022188635003

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Specifications
Product Code:	170231
Caliber:	500 S&W Magnum®
Capacity:	5 Rounds
Frame:	X-Frame
Barrel Length:	10.5"
Front Sight:	Orange Dovetail Ramp
Rear Sight:	Adjustable White Outline
Grips:	Hogue Dual Density Monogrip
Material:	Stainless Steel
Finish:	Glassbead
Overall Length:	18"
Height:	6.5"
Weight Empty:	82.0 oz.
Other Features:	Recoil Compensator for Increased Muzzle Control Tuned Performance Center Action Integral Weaver Base for Easy Optics Mounting Increased Velocity and Energy with 10.5" Barrel Flash Chromed Hammer and Trigger for Smooth, Crisp Action Internal Lock Performance Center Gun Rug and Sling included
UPC Code:	022188702316

[Garegaupa]

How about this:

This is a LE MAT two-barrel Revolver. This gun is a transitional model having all features of the first model, with the exception of the loading lever mounted on the left side. Girard & Co., Paris, France manufactured it. It was produced circa 1860. The inventor of this unusual weapon was Dr. Jean Alexander Francois Le Mat of New Orleans, Louisiana. He and P. G. T. Beauregard tried to manufacture this revolver in America. Their efforts were unsuccessful. Le Mat then went to Paris where Dr. Girard became a partner and manufactured the revolvers. They have a 9 shot cylinder of .42 caliber and a .63 caliber shotgun barrel.

-Civil War Preservations

[wjcsux]

"Danny Davis - confirmed card carrying member of Democrat Socialists of America."
In other words, a certified dirtbag.

[wjcsux]

Obviously, this is an easily concealed firearm.