AOW (Any Other Weapon)

AOW, or Any Other Weapon, refers to a category of firearms and weapons that do not neatly fit into standard classifications like handguns, rifles, or shotguns. In the United States, AOWs include items like certain types of pistols modified to have a shoulder stock or smoothbore guns. While they are generally less regulated than other firearms, they still fall under the National Firearms Act (NFA), requiring registration and tax stamps. This category allows for a variety of unique weapons to be legally owned while maintaining specific legal obligations for the owner.