On 15 Oct 99,, the dancing digits of Michael Wright delivered:

>      Why should firearms be treated diffrently than any other
> museum artifact?   I think it would be much safer to transport
> firearems in a staff vehicle (provided they are not too long to fit
> in the trunk or rear seat).  I realize that Massachusetts has some
> very draconian laws regarding firearems, but does this include
> transportation of historic arms.  Muzzle loading weapons, even
> modern ones are generally considered to be antiques and do not fall
> under current Federal legislation to my knowlege.

It's still important to check with the police department to ensure
you meet transport laws.  One thing to watch for is do not transport
ammunition with the firearms.  It's probably best to transport any
ammunition in a separate vehicle.

It is also a good idea to make doubly sure that any weapons
transported are not loaded.  I'm sure none are, but I've also heard
many stories of unloaded firearms that have "gone off."

I'msure that there is probably a requirement that the firearms be
cased or boxed.   It is likely that they would have to be transported
in the trunk or, at least, out of reach of the driver or any other
occupants of the vehicle.  Locked cases would be the best way to go.
They are available at most sporting goods stores.

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