FP-45 Liberator

[drweiler]

Offered one last week, very good condition but no floor plate or accessories, a model 3 '3 hole' as per reference book, for $900. Should I walk away or run back? Thanks and Semper Fi, Don

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[muffett.2008]

............and there was me thinking we were getting another aeroplane story

[Al Diehl]

If it is an original it should be registered as a AOW because of the smooth bore then I would consider buying it, if it is not, then it is violation of the NFA and I would steer clear of it. If it is one of the recent redeuxs with the rifled barrel that transfer as a pistol then $900 is too much (MSRP+/- $600 with accessories). Vintage Ordnance

Al

[Brian Dick]

Where did you get that information Al?

[Al Diehl]

Where did you get that information Al?

I stand corrected. The Liberator has been removed the NFA and listed as a curio or relic. (section III, page 38 of the Curio or Relics list, BATFE) If that is the information you were asking about Brian.

Al

[Brian Dick]

No, I already knew that the Liberator doesn't fall under the NFA and hasn't for a long time. I didn't know it ever did fall under NFA to be honest.

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I reckon it did at one time. Maybe it was removed in 1986 with many other items. Before my time as an NFA dealer.

[Al Diehl]

So, what information then? The "Vintage Ordnance"?

Yes, it was removed from the NFA as collectors items and classified as a Curio or Relic.

Al

[Brian Dick]

No, I was wondering why it was still classified as an AOW. I didn't think so as I've seen a few bought and sold in the past ten years. Garry James told me he fired one once wearing a heavy work glove and it still hurt but no blood!

I've seen their repops at the Knob Creek show.

[Al Diehl]

I yield. I am not as versed as some on this stuff. I will keep my mouth shut. Thanks for the info.

I want one but, I don't have the kind of disposible income needed. Maybe someday.

Al

[drweiler]

Thanks for input and hello Brian, I've been out of touch. It's the real deal, $900???