Long gun

A long gun is a firearm with an extended barrel, usually designed to be fired braced against the shoulder. Barrels of such weapons commonly extend to around 50 cm or longer, giving considerable accuracy and range.

Related Topics:
Firearm - Barrel

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Most modern long guns fall into one of two categories, rifles or shotguns, distinguished by their design and type of projectile they fire. Historical examples of long guns include muskets, blunderbusses and wall guns.

Related Topics:
Rifle - Shotgun - Musket - Blunderbuss - Wall gun

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Long guns are at the opposite end of the firearm size spectrum from derringers and handguns, and are longer than carbines.

Related Topics:
Derringer - Handgun - Carbine

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