> change the "main function" of a device to somethings silly, like a thermostat being sold as an art decor

that seems like it can be addressed by making sure that the regulators who enforce these laws have more object permanence than a 6 month old baby.

like, if I try to sell a "metal sculpture" that by sheer coincidence is capable of firing 9mm ammunition, I'm going to have the ATF knocking on my door real quick, and they're not going to be fooled by me claiming "no that's art"

Probably much easier when the seller is in China and selling the product in the US on Amazon.

Why would the ATF go after them instead of YOU?