In theory this works but at the same time it still doesnt restrict criminals from finding/obtaining ammo. Just because something is banned doesnt mean that criminals follow the laws.. All it does is keep law abiding citizens from being able to properly protect themselves.

Example: Drugs are illegal. That doesnt stop people who want drugs from getting them. Only prevents me from walking down the street in broad daylight and "happening" across them. If I wanted something illegal.. I'm sure I could find it.

If the US banned ammo except for at ranges, then you are effectively removing my ability to lawfully protect my castle (home/family) and I would have to become a criminal in order to get ammunition... Yet at the same time a criminal will still get his ammunition through other means and now my family and I become a guaranteed statistic.

No one blames a fork for aiding a person in getting fat. They blame the person who cant show self control and stop eating.

Edit: I'm not picking a fight or anything, just saying that we have a lot of freaking idiots/people who will do harm against others no matter what restrictions are put in place. Thats all :)

I understand. And it's a very good point as a very similar effect happened in portugal with drugs.. Essentially decriminalizing drugs made their presence and usage less prevalent and quite more "healthy".
Yet to me your train of thought "If the US banned ammo except for at ranges, then you are effectively removing my ability to lawfully protect my castle (home/family) and I would have to become a criminal in order to get ammunition." is very interesting. I personally would never think that way, from the beginning I know that no one around me has weapons and I absolutely don't feel the need or even remember or want to have one myself. I just can't imagine that sort of tense environment, specially between citizens and the police, after hearing on the internet about all these trigger happy police events that happen in the US, and about how you shouldn't leave your car when the police is stopping you, etc etc. I guess its a quite complex and delicate topic that can't just be easily discussed with a few remarks

Absolutely true sir. I know not many people understand and thats okay. I don't usually advertise my feelings but we've had a few incidents around my neighborhood that sort of forced my hand . My wife made a few comments and I sprung into action. Now we are both trained and while I dont condone the use of it unless necessary, she has mentioned she feels far safer and ultimately that is my goal. I guess it's better to have it and not need it then for something to happen and be helpless. Maybe I just should move the family to a private island in the caribbean... you know... "to be safe and all" lol .... OH THE HORROR... THE SHEER AND UTTER TORTURE eek-new:

I would have done the same in this case, but Im really glad I don't have to :P. Cant wait until we live in a world where there is no more hate, violence, crime and terrorism (besides in video games ofc)

Damn. I'd almost suggest a PMC then. How well equipped and prepared are security when dealing with maniacs wanting to unleash Hell with firearms? I guess security guards do carry firearms and non-lethal weaponry. The ones I know are only equipped with a Maglite and can really only use CQC.