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In continental Europe, attitudes on gun regulation by governments varies widely.

Western European nations tend to have more restrictions on gun ownership and use than Eastern European nations.

One notable exception to this general trend, Switzerland, mandates the possession of a personal, government-issued firearm by members of the militia ( typically males between 20 and 30 ).

Possession of a fully automatic firearm is prohibited in virtually all European countries except for members of the military / militia and collectors.