Rather than relying on employees to verify a person’s identity, the machines use “built-in AI technology, card scanning capability and facial recognition software.”

“Currently ammunition is sold off the shelf or online. These environments lead to inadvertent sales to underaged purchasers and or, in the case of retail stores, a high theft rate,” CEO of American Rounds, Grants Magers, told Newsweek. “What we loved about this concept is the AARM units use state-of-the-art ID scanners combined with facial recognition before a transaction can be made.”

There are currently eight machines installed or in the process of being installed. The company has “over 200 requests” for vending machines across nine states and hopes to fill them soon.

While some are excited about the ability to buy ammunition at grocery stores, others are wary about the idea.

“This is Insane ! What could possibly go wrong ?”

“Just what the Founders envisioned I’m sure.”