Quote Originally Posted by JuzMel View Post
Is there really any rule out there that says we can't have Mp-05? Or is it more of a case of luck basis where some officer deem it to be unlawful and some don't?

Isn't there anyone in Victoria that wants an MP-05 at all? How come no one wants to write to the Vic Federal Police to ask for a permit? I'm really tempted to get the one from Transfigure toys or shipped from Hongkong ebay for a cheaper rate. Where are you located Springah? Vic?
Basically the federal government (which Customs is part of) decided that it is a replica and a permit is needed to import it. Then each state/territory decides whether it is legal in that state/territory. If people comply with their local laws, then federal customs play along. If not, then they can destroy it.

At my meeting with the NSW Police Ministry they showed me pistols that were just as big as MP05. This included a home-made P-38 which was very large (and well-made). In fact, MP05 was one of the smaller guns there.

Having said that, a 7-Eleven clerk is not going to have time to check if it is an oversized P-38 or a $2 shop special or the real thing. This is the price we pay for these ultra-terror-sensitive times.