Gun control supporters are not happy about the FDA's decision. Ladd Everitt of the Coalition to Stop Gun Violence was nearly speechless when asked about it. "This seems like a catastrophically bad decision from the FDA," said Everitt. "A gun is not a medical gadget. It's a tool used to take human life." Doesn't matter, says Geoffrey S. Clark, the FDA employee who advised Constitution Arms on the listing process. "This allows someone to do something that a normal person can do," said Clark. "It allows them to overcome some disability to act in a more normal way." So far about 70 people have committed to buying the $300 Palm Pistol, expected to be available in 2010. Carmel's goal is 200 orders. "It's both a medical device and a firearm," said Carmel.
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