Can I have a non-firing replica M1 Garand wall hanger on post in New York State?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 00:57:38 -0400

So I know gun laws in New York are super strict, and on top of that you have For Drum’s extra laws, but I was wondering if anyone could answer this for me.

I live on post in Fort Drum and I would like to buy a non firing replica M1 rifle as a display piece. I would like to mention, it never has been and never could be a real functioning firearm or even capable of shooting a BB. Would I be able to purchase this item legally and keep it in my house on post? I looked into it and a real M1 is exempt from the NY SAFE act, but the Army being the Army, I figured it’s a good idea to get a second opinion first. Any help?

Response by SSG Michael Noll made Sep 2 at 2019 1:02 AM

SSG Michael Noll — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 01:02:52 -0400

Yes, not a firearm but, check provost marshal first.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 2 at 2019 9:03 AM

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 09:03:34 -0400

It isn't a firearm. So, unless you take it off the wall and brandish it, especially if law enforcement were present, it's not unlawful or unauthorized. Note: check local policy by reading local policy documents, or contacting the PMO. If PMO says it's not authorized, I'd ask for the reference.

Response by CPL Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 2 at 2019 11:33 AM

CPL Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 11:33:13 -0400

From what I know and have looked at it’s perfectly fine as it’s not a actual functioning firearm

Response by SSG Trevor S. made Sep 2 at 2019 3:43 PM

SSG Trevor S. — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 15:43:38 -0400

If you are not a resident of NY, I would advise having it shipped home for safe storage. It may be legal, but the atmosphere of that state is very hostile IMO. I wouldn’t chance it.

Response by SGT Charles Bartell made Sep 2 at 2019 5:01 PM

SGT Charles Bartell — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 17:01:31 -0400

Check with the provost marshal office first. They will have the right info for you.
But it should be o.k. to have it.

Response by SPC Gary Welch made Sep 2 at 2019 9:47 PM

SPC Gary Welch — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 21:47:37 -0400

What good is a non firing firearm

Response by SFC Michael D. made Sep 3 at 2019 10:04 AM

SFC Michael D. — Tue, 03 Sep 2019 10:04:02 -0400

https://www.atf.gov/resource-center/docs/guide/state-laws-and-published-ordinances-2010-2011-new-york/download

https://newyorkcityguns.com/prop-guns/

download

Response by SFC Michael D. made Sep 3 at 2019 3:00 PM

SFC Michael D. — Tue, 03 Sep 2019 15:00:07 -0400

Don't go outside with it trying to play Call Of Duty. I don't think you'll respawn.

Response by PFC Don Jenks made Sep 19 at 2019 10:46 PM

PFC Don Jenks — Thu, 19 Sep 2019 22:46:59 -0400

You can have an m1 in NY. I hunt with one

Response by SSG Jeffrey Monk made Sep 23 at 2019 2:11 AM

SSG Jeffrey Monk — Mon, 23 Sep 2019 02:11:21 -0400

Check with your Chain Of Command. When I was with 4-31 I had to keep my real rifle in the armsroom but I was aloud to have my cap an ball colt Navy and Army replicas on display. Made room inspections go better as leadership played with them more while inspecting less.