Unveiling the Rise of 3D-Printed Firearms: A New Era of Gun Control Challenges
The use and development of 3D-printed firearms like the FGC-9 have grown significantly since their inception. Initially unreliable, these weapons have now gained global attention and use, from hobbyists to terrorists, posing new challenges to traditional gun control measures.
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The rising trend of 3D-printed firearms has poised new challenges for global gun control efforts. These firearms, especially the FGC-9, have increasingly been seen in the hands of hobbyists, criminals, and insurgents worldwide.
The first notable emergence was in 2013 with Cody Wilson's Liberator design, a prototype handgun that stirred media sensation but lacked practical reliability. However, recent advancements have significantly heightened the threat level of such weapons.
In a notable event in May 2022, UK police intercepted criminals transporting FGC-9 arms, leading to a landmark conviction for the sale of 3D-printed guns in the black market.
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