I was told by an FFL that as an Illinois resident, they could not sell this firearm to me because it has a threaded barrel. Is this firearm legal to purchase for me, as an Illinois resident? If not, is there a legal path to ownership?

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James G. · Answer

Hi Kevin and welcome. Unfortunately, not as long as it is Semi-Auto with a detachable magazine and threaded barrel. A handgun must comply with PICA regulations. A handgun is regulated by PICA if it has any features set forth in 720 ILCS 5/24-1.9(c)(e.g. a threaded barrel). Cheers and stay safe!

Jason L. · Answer

No, not unless you were law enforcement. They are exempt from restrictions us civilians have to adhere by.

Randy I. · Answer

sorry it not Illinois legal. taurus makes one that may fit your need it is out of stock now but should be back in stock soon https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/113303/taurus+1tx2234110+tx22+.22+lr+4.10+10+1+black+anodized+aluminum+slide+ergonomic+black+polymer+grip

Ed C. · Answer

Hi Kevin, your FFL is correct. A semi-auto pistol cannot have a threaded barrel in Illinois. Unfortunately S&W does not make this with a non-threaded barrel.
The only legal path to ownership for this gun would be to buy it locally and have the thread protector pinned/welded.
Stay safe & have a great day!

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I was told by an FFL that as an Illinois resident, they could not sell this firearm to me because it has a threaded barrel. Is this firearm legal to purchase for me, as an Illinois resident? If not, is there a legal path to ownership?