Understanding the AR-15: Customization and Controversy

This chapter explores the modular design of the AR-15 rifle, paralleling it to 'Lego' for guns, and discusses its various customizable features. It examines the implications of gun regulations focused on modifications rather than the firearm itself, while critiquing legislation aimed at limiting magazine capacities. The narrative also highlights the societal perceptions surrounding the AR-15 as a symbol in the gun control debate and clarifies misconceptions regarding the functionality of civilian versus military firearms.