These are not automatic weapons. I know it’s a small discrepancy but they are semi-automatic. Automatic weapons have been banned for some time (not that they aren’t still available on the street if you have the means). I own a number of semi-automatic shotguns for hunting. In my instance, as many others I know, it’s not an “obsession” nor a means to commit crimes. We use them lawfully. I realize many don’t understand nor want to, but I don’t want to lose my privilege of owning and using the guns I have in a lawful manner.