handgun

HANDGUN

Handgun  is a short-barrelled firearm that can be held and used with one hand. The two most common hand gun sub-types in use today are revolvers and semi-automatic pistols, although other handguns like machine pistols and derringers also see infrequent usage.

How to shoot a handgun

 

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How should you hold a handgun for maximum accuracy?

Body position and grip are vital to hitting the target. The hand position on the grip of a pistol is especially critical. Although the grip configuration of the revolver and semi-automatic are different, the gripping procedure is the same.

Hold the hand gun high on the grip so that the recoil is directed back to the hand and arm in a straight line. This allows better repeat shots and more accurate shooting.
Use a two-handed hold whenever possible, applying pressure from front to rear.
When hunting, use a tree trunk, steady limb, or other stable object as a rest. Placing some padding, such as a hat or a jacket, on top of a hard rest helps with your aim.

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