>On Wed, 6 Dec 2000, Russ K wrote:
>
>> Maybe not, but the tools used to remove the barrel/s can be traced by teeth
>> marks and other metal to metal contact.
>
>So the moral of the story is...
>
>If you want to destroy the potential barrel you'll need to:
>
>- Have replacement barrels purchased in a non-traceable manner.
Why? There are many reasons to have spare barrels.
Think "Squib load".
>- Have some mechanism to brush or scratch the inside of the barrel,
>- Apply a corrosive and allow it to thin the barrel significantly.
>- Then twist barrel and heat until red hot.
>- Then handle with non-metallic tools only until discarded.
Nonsense.
The forensic tests on bullets/firearms are based on
percentage matches. You simply need to change *slightly* the "finger
print" of the barrel and firing pin.
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