r/handguns is a subreddit with 66k members. They frequently recommend/review handgun, handguns, and striker, and the most common flair used is advice needed, discussion, collection showcase, question, and build/setup.
r/handguns is a subreddit dedicated to handguns - pistols, revolvers, and everything about them. We're more specific than r/guns but broader than subs like r/CCW or r/CompetitionShooting.
Whether you're into concealed carry, range days, collecting, or just enjoy talking shop, you're welcome here.
Please subscribe and help us make this a quality, focused handgun community. Share your experiences, ask questions, and keep it respectful. Safety always comes first.
Products Discussed in r/handguns
Handgun
351 reviews
#1
Smith & Wesson
4.4★ from 57 reviews
#2
CZ
4.6★ from 56 reviews
#3
Sig Sauer
4.6★ from 35 reviews
Handguns
169 reviews
#1
Smith & Wesson
4.4★ from 32 reviews
#2
Walther
4.9★ from 26 reviews
#3
Glock
4.4★ from 24 reviews
Striker
70 reviews
#1
Walther
5.0★ from 17 reviews
#2
Canik
4.6★ from 12 reviews
#3
Smith & Wesson
4.5★ from 10 reviews
Flair Used in r/handguns
#1
Advice Needed
: "Think it is time for another save"
17 posts
#2
Discussion
: "First gun. Opinions?"
17 posts
#3
Collection Showcase
: "CZ 75 P-06"
13 posts
#4
Question
: "What can yall tell me about this Luger I helped an old man that comes into our restaurant clean his garage and he paid my with this I have the trigger and take down lever in a bag"
12 posts
#5
Build/Setup
: "My Echelon build"
11 posts
#6
Holsters & Accessories
: "Just picked up my first, Beretta APX A1 Compact Tactical. Any suggestions for holster and EDC?"
5 posts
#7
Training & Drills
: "Amazing trigger staging"
5 posts
#8
Sales
: "Had to buy"
1 post
#9
News/Updates
: "Estoy próximo a comprar mi primera arma para EDC y estoy mirando la SAR9c la recomiendan para porte diario que tal su confiabilidad y sus experiencias con ella"
1 post
Member Growth in r/handguns
Yearly
+12k members(21.9%)
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Last updated: September 18, 2026