Comment by 15155
2 days ago
> Private ships
Often, the same people crying about Flock will decry private arms ownership through mental gymnastics.
These very same ships you speak of that could do "tons of damage" had actual cannonry - with no registration or restrictions on ownership or purchase, either.
You can still buy and bear a cannon with no background check or registration or any of the like, FWIW. Very easy to order on the internet and have shipped straight to your door[].
[] https://www.dixiegunworks.com/index/page/product/product_id/...
You can, but be aware that an exploding cannonball (widely available in 1776) is considered a destructive device, so each shell must have an NFA stamp. Solid shot is not considered a destructive device.
Does the shell have to be serialized? Or does one merely need a stamp that handwaves towards a particular, but generic looking shell?