With all the talk about the US Senate about to debate "New Gun Control Laws", I became curious how members in other states go about purchasing a firearm.

Only two ways to buy a gun in Massachusetts. You need a LTC to buy any firearm, or a FID card to buy a rifle or shotgun. The LTC class A allows concealed carry, a restricted one allows to keep one at home and for range use only. Once you have your license you can go to your local Gun Store and make your purchase. The process of Federal Background check, forms, state computer and fingerprint match take a total of about 30 minutes, afterwards you take your purchase home, right there and then. A license is needed for the purchase of ammo as well. I will not bore you at this time with all the other restrictions we live with.... Current Assault Weapon ban, magazine round limits, Attorney General restrictions on MANY popular handguns due to trigger pull and safety devices. SO.......Is your life easier than mine?