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In reply to the discussion: which is the deadliest round? [View all]benEzra
(12,148 posts)24. Some data on which bullets hit the most people was just released today...
https://ucr.fbi.gov/crime-in-the-u.s/2015/crime-in-the-u.s.-2015/tables/table-20
Rifle rounds were once again responsible for the fewest deaths in 2015: 252 by rifle (including "assault weapons" , 269 by shotgun, 6447 by handgun.
Rifle rounds were once again responsible for the fewest deaths in 2015: 252 by rifle (including "assault weapons" , 269 by shotgun, 6447 by handgun.
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Because it looks scary and people think its an automatic weapon that the military uses. n/t
Waldorf
Sep 2016
#18
As for ignition systems, the firelock was a significant improvement over the matchlock,
Marengo
Sep 2016
#33
In that case please stop citing the second amendment and the bill of rights.
flamin lib
Sep 2016
#41
Okay. Natural law (or rights) stems from a philosophical tradition and is based on nothing
flamin lib
Sep 2016
#49
Should one decide unilaterally that it's a good idea to ban most or all semi-auto arms...
discntnt_irny_srcsm
Sep 2016
#51
"Okay. Natural law (or rights) stems from a philosophical tradition and is based on nothing"
beergood
Oct 2016
#56
Yep. Just like slavery and the way we have treated (and still do) Native Americans.
flamin lib
Oct 2016
#58
"I know beer is good but you should clear your head and see the world as it is, not how you want it"
beergood
Oct 2016
#60
"Well recognized gungeon tactic: can't have a conversation with just one gunner" Nah, not true.
DonP
Sep 2016
#40
That you consider rifle ownership to be comparable to human trafficking and child porn...
benEzra
Sep 2016
#44
I'm sure you would. And undoubtedly revolvers, and "riot guns", and "sniper rifles"...
benEzra
Oct 2016
#63
Gun control advocacy attracts bullshit artists, like all prohibitionism. DU is not exempt
friendly_iconoclast
Oct 2016
#65