Pistols are a type of handgun that fire single projectiles through a rifled bore each time the trigger is pulled.
Pistols typically have a removable magazine which holds the ammunition.
Revolvers are a type of handgun that fire single projectiles through a rifled bore each time the trigger is pulled.
Revolvers hold their ammunition in a revolving cylinder.
Rifles are a type of long gun that fire single projectiles through a rifled bore when the trigger is pulled.
A rifled bore enables the bullet to travel farther than if the bore were not rifled.
Read MoreShotguns are a type of long gun that fire multiple pellets (shot) that spread out as they exit the gun barrel.
They are versatile firearms as one gun can shoot projectiles of varying sizes.