I don't even know where to begin. I suspect I could buy these by the shipping container load and import them. But I have no idea what permits I need.
I also need to find funding.
Been doing research though. I think I could set myself up as an arms importer with the proper federal fire arms license. Still checking the legality of giving guns to people. I might have to sell them at a nominal fee (like $1) and ask for the $25 to run the federal background check
3D printing nerds btfo by easily obtainable metal piping and wood.
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I have 3d printers and there are way better things to use them for. Mainly involving drones and replacing and repairing any plastic tools. Pipes and nails with some rubber bands are way better for low cost weapons.
Don't get me wrong, 3D printing is a cool as fuck technology. I'm just poking fun at the people who try to force their ED printer shaped pegs into holes that clearly don't fit.
A few modifications, a spring, and a child's toy and I reckon you could make a decently reliable Wheelock (with an electric wheel, no less).