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The increasing access to gun parts to make yourself an assault weapon is explored in this month’s episode of “Reveal.”
In delving into this world, reporter Matt Drange found hundreds of firearms components and accessories listed for sale on eBay that violate the company’s own strict policy.
But eBay hasn’t always banned the sale of parts or accessories for assault weapons. In fact, the popular online auction and shopping website has gone back and forth on its gun policy for years.
Here are some significant events that influenced how eBay deals with the sale of guns and gun parts.
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×A history of eBay’s waffling on its gun policy
By Matt Drange, Julia B. Chan and Aaron Williams Reveal from The Center for Investigative Reporting April 11, 2015
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