Let me get this straight, americlaps...
You are allowed to own rifles at one age, but are not allowed to own handguns for a couple of years more?
Can you explain the reasoning behind these decisions?
They're all asleep or to work now
But obviously, it's because a handgun is easier to conceal and to misuse. Its not that dangerous, though
>>78599925
This
Handguns are more likely to be used in crimes by like 1000% or something
>>78599612
>can you explain
government is dumb, gun laws are communist
>>78599612
Handguns can be easily hidden under your clothes and are thus more dangerous.
In Austria any adult citizen without criminal record can buy as many shotguns and rifles as he wants, but for handguns you need to get a gun license and store them in a safe. For the same reason.
>>78599612
They can be concealed easily and are responsible for most firearm related shootings and deaths.
You also don't hunt with a handgun. It's pretty common for a younger person who hunts to buy or receive a hunting rifle of their own when they turn 18.