UK going after crossbows next

[Dadstoys]

Well, sure they *could* be used as weapons.

HAVE any crossbows been used to commit crimes?

What can't be used as a weapon? Even pillows are used to smother people....

Give them time.
It's probably just down the list from pointed sticks.

 

[HorizontalHunter]

Yes of course they're legal. AFAIK, they're unregulated, except you can't hunt with one unless you have a disability and special permit.

Correct.

FWIW:
Connecticut allows crossbow hunting for all.
Massachusetts will only issue a permit for a permanent disability and it is printed on your license.

Bob

 

[seanc]

when you make fun of them, they just look at you and say in a serious tone “you’re right, we need to act immediately”

Its like picking the special needs people. To the point where you just feel awful about even thinking it.

 

[MisterHappy]

Ah, The original assault weapon.

I thought that was the jawbone of an ass.

Or, if the Monolith has its way, a thighbone.


View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qtbOmpTnyOc

 

[mothybee]

I thought that was the jawbone of an ass.

Or, if the Monolith has its way, a thighbone.


View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qtbOmpTnyOc

I stand corrected.

 

[amm5061]

Why haven't they banned forks and hammers yet?

Are forks not restricted already? And they already steal people's screwdrivers, I can only assume hammers are not far down the list.

 

[Malodave]

They will ban everything back to the Stone Age, Wait, Rocks can be weapons! BAN ROCKS!!!


Malodave

 

[endus]

Deadly crossbows sold on High Street without need for a licence or background checks

DEADLY assault rifle-style crossbows

I thought that was a joke until I clicked on the article. The UK is out of its f***ing mind.

 

[MaverickNH]

Why haven't they banned forks and hammers yet?

Glass beer mugs are banned in some towns - dangerous weapons swung in a bar fight. So now you get a frosted plastic mug in some pubs.

Curry will be banned next...can be hurled in eyes.

 

[Irish65]

Well, sure they *could* be used as weapons.

HAVE any crossbows been used to commit crimes?

What can't be used as a weapon? Even pillows are used to smother people....

IIRC.... YES.... Right here in Massachusetts. Years and years ago, before they even called it Road Rage, a guy killed another driver with a crossbow on the side of the road during a traffic dispute.

 

[MisterHappy]

Are forks not restricted already? And they already steal people's screwdrivers, I can only assume hammers are not far down the list.

Monty Python is / was way ahead of you.

Could not find a clip, but, it's a short read:

Monty Python: The Show So Far

q.e.d.

 

[MachineHead]

They will ban everything back to the Stone Age, Wait, Rocks can be weapons! BAN ROCKS!!!

Malodave

If anything, they’re going to have to ban pavement and concrete.

 

[Johnnyh]

I see they're quickly approaching the point where contraband will become a notional concept, because enforcement will require policing ideas and blueprints.

 

[mass]

England is nuts. They have banned all teh things and now look at the place. London recently surpassed Chicongo in terms of total violent crime rates. Go figure...

Come on now, some people are allergic to nuts. You could choke on them and if throw hard enough, might cause a slight red mark. Ban nuts, it's for the chicken. Or the Queen, or something.