This category houses the extensive knowledge pool sourced from the rec.guns community. It offers reliable and detailed information across a wide spectrum, from shooting sports and hunting to historical firearms and modern weapons technology. Whether you are an experienced shooter or an enthusiast seeking knowledge about gun culture, this section is filled with resources that discuss technical specifications, legal regulations, and safety protocols. Our goal is to foster an informed and responsible perspective on the world of firearms.
Pellet guns are 12-gauge pump-action shotguns that, although generally designed for hunting, contain up to 600 metal pellets in a single cartridge and are used in incidents of civil unrest, as seen in the example of India. Despite being defined in the “non-lethal” weapon class, the uncontrolled scattering of pellets—which reach speeds of 1,100 km/h … Read more
The developing 3D printing technology is described as one of the most important advancements of the modern era. According to experts, this technology has become an increasingly widespread manufacturing method, allowing users to turn digital designs into real-world objects. In the most frequently used FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) technique, products are created by adding heated … Read more
The Palm Pistol is an unusual “pocket pistol” model produced by Constitution Arms. This single-shot weapon uses .38 Special ammunition and has a structure completely different from traditional pistols in terms of ergonomics. The manufacturer designed the model specifically for elderly individuals and users with limited hand strength. The body of the gun is designed … Read more
Rimfire is a type of firearm that has gained increasing popularity, especially in recent years, through hobby and competitive shooting. According to Wesley Stots from Savage Arms, there are two main ammunition designs in the world: rimfire and centerfire. Rimfire is primarily preferred for recreational target shooting and casual shooting known as “plinking.” Recently, it … Read more
In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of passengers arriving at security checkpoints with firearms. For this reason, it is very important for passengers to know how to properly pack their firearms for travel. The basic rule is that you can travel with a firearm, but your firearm must be completely … Read more
A Draco gun is a compact firearm built on the AK-47 platform, known for its powerful 7.62x39mm ammunition and ultra-short barrel design. Especially the Micro Draco variant has become popular for offering rifle firepower in an exceptionally small and aggressive package. Draco Gun Overview Draco is a semi-automatic pistol series built on the AK-47 platform … Read more
BB (Bead) pistols are airsoft (or pneumatic) pistols designed to fire pellets. These powder-free weapons can become dangerous firearms if used improperly. The term “BB” refers to the pellet in BB pistols, meaning a ball bearing or “bullet ball” — a round pellet about the size of a single buckshot from a shotgun shell. The … Read more
The motion often seen in films where a character, after pointing a gun, twists a “switch” on the back of the pistol with their palm is mostly used for dramatic effect. That “switch” is actually the gun’s hammer, and cocking it aims to show that the character is serious about pulling the trigger. However, this … Read more
There is a significant amount of misinformation surrounding the term “ghost gun.” Much of this stems from pop culture myths—popularized by 1980s films like Die Hard—suggesting these weapons are invisible to airport X-ray machines. This is false. Because these firearms rely on critical metal components to function (such as the barrel, slide, and firing mechanism), … Read more