In discussions on other forums, some of the strong pro-gun folk pointed to Switzerland as their example of a low violence / crime stat nation which also required its citizens to be part of the 'state militia'- that many would have full-auto (military) weapons in their homes as part of the citizen army. 
 I had suggested that they may have a good idea- while not necessarily military service but some sort of public service for all who turn 18.   And then peeling the onion, I explored just how this citizen army had to show responsible gun possession- secured, locked, and all ammunition (issued by the govt) secured as well.  
Many NRA members ARE for responsible gun laws.  Its the NRA top dogs who are more concerned about gun sales than gun responsibility that is the issue- and they hate the fact that Reagan was for strict gun laws in 1967 AND as president.