Handgun Basics Section

Learn how modern revolvers and semi-automatic pistols work.
Get information on common handgun ammunition.
Get definitions for handgun related terminology.
If you can't find what you are looking for here, use our Contact Us link above and tell us. We will gladly research it and add the information to our website.

Handgun Basics

Interactive Illustrated Beretta 92FS Pistol

ALL NEW - Higher Resolution - Greater Detail - Interactive pistol animation. Full-motion illustrated details of the internal operation of the Beretta 92FS pistol.

Interactive Illustrated Glock Pistol

This interactive animation of the Glock 23 is the latest work from our media lab.

Interactive Illustrated Revolver

Interactive revolver animation. Full-motion illustrated details of the internal operation of the Smith & Wesson Model 66 revolver.

Common Handgun Cartridges

Basic information, including some history and general ballistics, on the most commonly used handgun cartridges.

Glossary of Handgun Terms

An alphabetical list of commonly used handgun terms and their definitions.