I suppose I should comment on truly historic arms. There are some firearms that just should not be shot and need to be preserved for their historic value. I would also feel very uncomfortable owning such a firearm as I would be worried about what would happen to it after I'm gone. If I came across such a weapon I would admire and fondle it and then do my best to see it into a proper collection where its future is more secure if, indeed there is a secure future for our weapons.

Jerry Liles