a handgun is a firearm designed to be handheld, in either one or both hands. this characteristic differentiates handguns as a general class of firearms from long guns such as rifles and shotguns (which usually can be braced against the shoulder).

major handgun subtypes are the revolver and pistol (including single-shot pistols, semi-automatic pistols, and machine pistols); other subtypes include derringers and pepperboxes.

the words "pistol" and "handgun" have overlapping variations, in meaning.

although handgun use often includes bracing with a second hand, the essential distinguishing characteristic of a handgun is its facility for one-handed operation.

this app contains an attachment about various types of pistol.

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