Since the early 1970s it was determined that 18 year olds were be designate as adults. If they are adults and can already buy long gun [that includes AR 15s], why the problem with pistols?
Under the Gun Control Act (GCA), shotguns and rifles, and ammunition for shotguns or rifles may be sold only to individuals 18 years of age or older.
Does a customer have to be a certain age to buy firearms or ...
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) (.gov)
www.atf.gov ... Mission Areas Firearms<>
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