Looks like laser rifles are a thing now

[izzy]

https://www.cnet.com/news/chinas-new...t-you-on-fire/

An AK sized rifle that is powerful enough to set someone on fire at 800 meters.

[sniper7]

I want one

[izzy]

1000 shots per charge and 2 seconds each. I want one too!

[Skip]

1000 shots per charge and 2 seconds each. I want one too!

Nobody needs that for deer hunting

When can we expect the legislation?

[DOC]

Nobody needs that for deer hunting

When can we expect the legislation?

No body needs a bolt action rifle when self loading rifles are far better for almost conceivable use. No body needs a pistol when a sawed off shotgun would be better too.

[Skip]

No body needs a bolt action rifle when self loading rifles are far better for almost conceivable use. No body needs a pistol when a sawed off shotgun would be better too.

Why do you hate the children?

[ray1970]

“Non-lethal” because it only sets people on fire. Lol.

[Sawin]

I'll believe it when I see it.
and then I'll want one

[clodhopper]

I'll believe it when I see it.

This. Any appreciable power will require either a wall plug or a sizeable battery pack. Either of those will hamper tactical efficiency. 1000 2-second shots? Sounds more like something to torment a cat.

[clodhopper]

Is a laser rifle still a firearm? Have to change the name from ATF to ATF&L