rifle or pistol? theoretical question

[sniper22]

picture the scene. im bored so i hack the back end off my beloved rifle then smooth the pistol grip into a true pistol grip.
is my new work of art a rifle or is it now a pistol and needs detuning to 6ft/lbs?
once a rifle always a rifle?

[Davestate]

Yes Tony, you answered your own Q, once a rifle always a rifle, leave it at 12ftlbs, much more fun.

[sniper22]

Originally Posted by Davestate

Yes Tony, you answered your own Q, once a rifle always a rifle, leave it at 12ftlbs, much more fun.

let me know if you fancy a shot of my theoretical short rifle dave @ 12ft/lbs - actually, not theoretically.

[Daystateman]

to be classed as a pistol wouldnt the barrel have to be under a certain length?