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3D-printed guns that FBI boss Kash Patel gifted to New Zealand officials were toy-inspired revolvers

The 3D-printed Maverick PG22 replica revolvers were deemed illegal firearms under New Zealand law and surrendered by five senior officials after FBI Director Patel's diplomatic visit.

  • 3D-Printed revolvers, inspired by toy Nerf guns, were gifted to New Zealand officials by FBI Director Kash Patel, as reported by The Associated Press.
  • The Maverick PG22 model was identified as a firearm under New Zealand law, which tightly restricts pistols, according to police documents released this week.
  • After receiving the revolvers, New Zealand officials surrendered them for destruction due to legal restrictions, with confirmation that they met the definition of firearms.
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