![]() “Devices that are designed and intended to convert firearms into machine guns pose a significant threat to public safety,” ATF spokesperson Kimberly Nerheim said to the press after the arrests of the two men. ![]() The ATF didn’t state how many of the devices Johnson sold before his arrest. The ATF has been tracking the sale of the item for over a year. Up until a few months ago, these switches were readily available on and other websites for between $30 and $75. The man admitted to agents that he was selling the switches to others for up to $500. Although the Chicago field division has taken the lead on the crackdown, agents have made arrests in Alaska, California, Kansas, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, and Rhode Island.Īgents found over 100 of the switches in Johnson’s residents. AmmoLand sources inside the ATF reports that the agency plans to move on to others who ordered the switches. These arrests lead to the confiscation of 256 switches. Out of the 2500 people, the ATF has only arrested 118 for possessing the devices. The ATF has the information of 2500 people in the country that have ordered the parts from China. The ATF has decided to target the buyers of the switches instead of the sites. Most websites have removed the switches, but since most companies are Chinese, the ATF is powerless to charge the sites’ owners with a crime for selling the devices. The ATF started tracking the shipments and cracking down on the website’s customers. The switch allowed the user to convert the pistol from a semi-automatic firearm to a machine gun. and GLOCK Ges.m.b.H products and parts visit the past, Chinese websites like & sold the small Glock Selector Switches that replace the black plate on the popular handgun’s slide. The use of “GLOCK” on this page is merely to advertise the sale of GLOCK pistols, parts, or components. Neither Wing Tactical, LLC nor this site are affiliated in any manner with, or otherwise endorsed by, GLOCK, Inc. and is one of many trademarks owned by GLOCK, Inc. “GLOCK” is a federally registered trademark of GLOCK, Inc. GLOCK does not warrant or represent that this product is compatible with GLOCK pistols. This product is not manufactured, authorized, endorsed, or warranted by GLOCK. We’re proud to showcase quality products designed for today’s top marksmen. Wing Tactical is built by shooters for shooters. We also offer a 30-day hassle-free return policy and same-day shipping on orders placed before 1 pm EST. ![]() If you’re a law enforcement officer or active duty soldier, we offer discounts to show our gratitude-it’s the least we can do to thank you for your service. Law enforcement officers, competitive shooters, hunters, and civilian gun enthusiasts trust and rely on the products in our collection. Whether you’re looking to customize your Glock slide cover plate or build your first custom AR-15, you can count on Wing Tactical as a source for quality-first, shooter-tested components. Wing Tactical offers a collection of handgun and rifle parts and accessories from industry-leading manufacturers. Wing Tactical: Handgun Parts and Accessories for Top Shooters 22LR Muzzle Brakes, Compensators, and More
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