tincan
Well-Known Member
Please tell me what a handgun is designed for if not for shooting another human / target of a human in a shooting range? I sure as hell don't use them when duck hunting or deer hunting. However, if I was scared enough to think that I need a gun for 'protection' I would opt for one as it seems like a great tool for close range against other humans. Just because you haven't killed anyone with your handgun doesn't mean it's not the most preferred weapon of choice for others to kill their enemies/themselves. Again, the fact that you (or other responsible gun owners) don't use them in horrific ways doesn't mean others don't and won't and that is why there are certain restrictions on guns and IMO why there need to be many more.
I disagree with your point "handguns are for killing people" I have owned handguns for thirty years and have not killed anyone yet and do not have any intention of even pointing one at a person. When you make a broad statement as such you include many with it.