Texas Law Shield gave an opinion that this firearm could be considered a short barreled shotgun in TX, which could result in felony charges.
http://blog.uslawshield.com/a-long-discussion-on-short-barreled-shotguns/
You are no doubt correct about that. Many other things I need to know as well, but I can only stuff so much info between my ears. It is a well known commercial re-loader, not just some shade tree mechanic.
Will be very interested to see what happens. My two main match pistols usually never have a problem but January match it was 18 degrees and they were locking up where they would turn if aided by my left hand. I have another Cavalry model that locks up alot and must be taken apart. I have someone reload for me - so I need to check what powder he uses.