Pistols

Pistols for Sale at TC Outdoors

Deciding on what pistol suits your needs can be a complicated process, especially if you’re only just entering the world of gun ownership. You may not be able to navigate the different types and sizes to determine what suits you and your needs. Are you a small game hunter seeking something powerful in a small package? Or are you a homeowner looking for compact defense?

At TC Outdoors, we’re happy to guide both newcomers and long-time enthusiasts through the pistol-buying process. Our family has been serving the hunters and gun enthusiasts of Statesboro and the surrounding area for years, and we’re happy to offer you the same quality of service that we’ve become known for.

When you shop at TC Outdoors, you’re not only being provided quality guns and ammunition but also years of experience and expertise that allow us to match you with your ideal pistol.Pistols are one of the most recognizable types of handguns on the market. They are considered perfect for self-defense and recreational shooting. While the term pistol is commonly used to refer to any small handgun (such as revolvers), the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives describes a pistol as one with a chamber integral to or permanently aligned with the bore and a stock designed to be gripped with one hand.

Revolvers are defined by having a multichambered cylinder that rotates with every shot. While this means they are not legally classified as pistols, colloquially, it is not uncommon for them to be included as a type of pistol.

The compact size of these guns has made them a favorite among many sports shooters, small-game hunters, and collectors alike. Unlike rifles or shotguns, which might require a bulky bag to carry around, a pistol’s small size allows it to fit within a holster, offering portability and ease of storage that other guns can’t beat.

Pistol Actions

As with most guns, pistols are commonly separated by their action type. Action type is the mechanism by which a firearm is loaded, fires, and then expels the spent cartridge. Among pistols, you’ll commonly see them broken down into four different styles of action.

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Double-Action/Single-Action

A hybrid style of action, these pistols combine the double-action and single-action styles into one. With DA/SA styles, if the hammer is not cocked, it can be automatically cocked with a press of the trigger. In this form, it’ll have a heavier trigger pull, offering the safety of a DA style. Once the first round is shot off, it can then be cocked manually, which reduces the trigger pull needed to fire. This offers the best of both worlds, both the quickness of a single-action and the safety of a double action.

Double-Action Only

As the single-action pistol is so named because of the fact the trigger performs only one action, the double-action pistol is named because the trigger performs two actions—cocking and firing a gun. At the start of the pull of the trigger, the hammer is cocked and then released when the trigger is completely depressed. These handguns have a much heavier trigger pull and do not have the option to manually cock the gun. These are often touted as safer as they require far more effort to pull the trigger, making it harder for accidental discharges.

Single-Action

Single-action pistols require you manually cock the hammer prior to pulling the trigger. If the hammer is not engaged, the trigger is effectively useless. The term single-action comes from the fact the trigger has only one action—engage the firing mechanism. This style is among the most recognizable and is considered ideal for those seeking a lighter trigger pull (or the pressure required to move the trigger), as it can improve accuracy and allow for quicker shots.

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Striker Fired

The most different style compared to previously listed styles, these pistols do not have a hammer that requires cocking, whether automatic or manual, to fire. Instead, they use a slide mechanism that engages the firing pin. Once the trigger is pulled, the tension is released, allowing the gun to fire. These guns will often have a low trigger weight that is identical every time it’s pressed, making them beloved for their simplicity of operation. However, this simplicity has made it one of the most dangerous styles, prompting companies to incorporate external safety measures that can be flipped on and off to avoid accidental discharges.

Barrel Lengths

While all handguns are ideally meant to be compact enough to be used with one hand, the length of the barrel can influence several key factors that can make certain pistols more suited for one area than others.

A longer barrel can absorb far more recoil and offers far better sight alignment, which can improve power and accuracy. However, a longer barrel comes at the expense of both a heavier and larger gun to manage, which can make it far more challenging for those seeking to conceal it.

When considering a gun for your needs, there are three subdivisions.

Pocket/Sub-compact Pistol

Any barrel whose max barrel length does not exceed 3.5”. These guns tend to prioritize portability and storage over accuracy and power. Ideal for those seeking a self-defense weapon for concealed carry.

Compact Pistol

Considered the midrange, these guns have a minimum barrel length of 3.5” and a maximum barrel length of 4.5”. They offer a compromise between the smaller but less powerful pocket pistol and the larger, beefier full-size pistol. Their size allows them to be practically concealed, if sometimes with more difficulty than a pocket pistol, but with an increase in power and accuracy for those who value it. Often ideal for hunters and sports shooters.

Full-size/Duty Pistol

Any pistol with a barrel exceeding 4”. While not as easily concealed as their smaller counterparts, these pistols will be among the strongest and most accurate sizes of handguns. These factors make them ideal for professionals, especially those within law enforcement.

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