Build Your Own Ghost Gun Kit

In this evolving age of self-assembly, ghost gun kits have garnered notable attention. These versatile kits allow you to build a firearm from scratch, giving you a unique sense of ownership over your piece.

Understanding the Concept of a ‘Ghost Gun’

A “ghost gun” refers to a functional, unregistered firearm that lacks a serial number, making it untraceable to law enforcement, hence the term “ghost.” Individuals construct these guns, often sold as build kits, with parts bought online. An essential component of these kits is the “receiver” or “frame,” also known as the unfinished receiver, which is the central part of a firearm. Without this element, a gun kit ceases to be a functioning firearm.

Finding the Right Gun Kit for Your Ghost Gun

Ghost gun kits are made for various firearms, from Glock-style pistols to ar build kits such as AR-15s. The purchaser can typically find the perfect kit that caters to their specific needs. Typically, you’ll see packages that include ghost gun parts for the upper receiver and special M-LOK handguards amongst other components.

Legal Implications and Loopholes Associated with Ghost Gun Kits

“Ghost Gun” kits enjoy a significant loophole in federal and state gun laws because they’re provided without a finished receiver. In 2021, President Biden’s administration initiated a proposal for public comment, aiming to change federal law to classify gun kits and parts products as “firearms.” Presently, the ATF, responsible for enforcing gun regulations, does not require background checks for these kits and parts as privately made firearms fall outside their jurisdiction.

Ghost Gun Kit vs. Traditional Firearm Kits

Unlike traditional firearm kits that carry serial numbers, ghost gun kits are private and untraceable. These factors make ghost guns a topic of contention in gun laws and debates around gun violence.

Why Ghost Gun Kits Have Gained Popularity

Aside from the thrill of building your firearm, ghost gun kits also offer buyers an anonymous way to obtain a gun without running a background check. The popularity of ghost guns have been linked to their ease of assembly and availability online, as well as their use in crimes, showing a surge in ghost guns recovered by law enforcement.