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Handguns Market Global Report 2026

Published Jan 05, 2026
Length 250 Pages
SKU # BRC20718084

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Handguns Market Global Report 2026 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses handguns market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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Description:

Where is the largest and fastest growing market for handguns ? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward, including technological disruption, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer preferences? The handguns market global report from the Business Research Company answers all these questions and many more.

The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
  • The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
  • The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
  • The updated trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it evolves and highlights emerging technology trends such as digital transformation, automation, sustainability initiatives, and AI-driven innovation. It suggests how companies can leverage these advancements to strengthen their market position and achieve competitive differentiation.
  • The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
  • The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
  • The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
  • The total addressable market (TAM) analysis section defines and estimates the market potential compares it with the current market size, and provides strategic insights and growth opportunities based on this evaluation.
  • The market attractiveness scoring section evaluates the market based on a quantitative scoring framework that considers growth potential, competitive dynamics, strategic fit, and risk profile. It also provides interpretive insights and strategic implications for decision-makers.
  • Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
  • The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
  • Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
  • The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
  • The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.
Scope

Markets Covered:1) By Type: Revolvers; Semi-Automatic Pistols; Single-Shot Handguns; Other Types

2) By Material: Metal; Polymer; Composite Materials

3) By Distribution Channel: Online Sales; Offline Retail; Specialty Stores

4) By End-User: Defense And Homeland Security; Self-Defense; Sports; Hunting; Law Enforcement

Subsegments:

1) By Revolvers: Double-Action Revolvers; Single-Action Revolvers; Compact Revolversp; Full-Size Revolvers; Concealed Carry Revolvers

2) By Semi-Automatic Pistols: Full-Size Pistols; Compact Pistols; Subcompact Pistols; Polymer-Framed Pistols; Metal-Framed Pistols

3) By Single-Shot Handguns: Break-Action Handguns; Bolt-Action Handguns; Target Or Competition Handguns

4) By Other Types: Derringers; Machine Pistols; Pepperbox Handguns; Hybrid Or Convertible Handguns

Companies Mentioned: Diamondback Firearms LLC; Smith And Wesson Brands Inc.; Sig Sauer Inc.; Fabrique Nationale d'Herstal; CZ-USA Inc.; Heckler And Koch GmbH; GLOCK Ges.m.b.H.; Colt s Manufacturing Company LLC; Fabbrica d'Armi Pietro Beretta S.p.A; Springfield Armory Inc.; Kimber Manufacturing Inc.; Israel Weapon Industries Ltd.; Browning Arms Company; Walther Arms Inc.; Kahr Arms Inc.; Kalashnikov Group; Fratelli Tanfoglio S.N.C.; Taurus Holdings Inc.; Zastava Arms d.o.o; Canik Firearms Manufacturing Inc.

Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain

Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa

Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.

Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,

Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.

Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.

Please Note: Report will be updated with the latest data and delivered to you within 3-5 working days of order.

Table of Contents

250 Pages
1. Executive Summary
1.1. Key Market Insights (2020-2035)
1.2. Visual Dashboard: Market Size, Growth Rate, Hotspots
1.3. Major Factors Driving the Market
1.4. Top Three Trends Shaping the Market
2. Handguns Market Characteristics
2.1. Market Definition & Scope
2.2. Market Segmentations
2.3. Overview of Key Products and Services
2.4. Global Handguns Market Attractiveness Scoring And Analysis
2.4.1. Overview of Market Attractiveness Framework
2.4.2. Quantitative Scoring Methodology
2.4.3. Factor-Wise Evaluation
Growth Potential Analysis, Competitive Dynamics Assessment, Strategic Fit Assessment And Risk Profile Evaluation
2.4.4. Market Attractiveness Scoring and Interpretation
2.4.5. Strategic Implications and Recommendations
3. Handguns Market Supply Chain Analysis
3.1. Overview of the Supply Chain and Ecosystem
3.2. List Of Key Raw Materials, Resources & Suppliers
3.3. List Of Major Distributors and Channel Partners
3.4. List Of Major End Users
4. Global Handguns Market Trends And Strategies
4.1. Key Technologies & Future Trends
4.1.1 Digitalization, Cloud, Big Data & Cybersecurity
4.1.2 Artificial Intelligence & Autonomous Intelligence
4.1.3 Industry 4.0 & Intelligent Manufacturing
4.1.4 Internet Of Things (Iot), Smart Infrastructure & Connected Ecosystems
4.1.5 Autonomous Systems, Robotics & Smart Mobility
4.2. Major Trends
4.2.1 Rising Demand For Compact And Polymer-Framed Pistols
4.2.2 Increased Customization And Aftermarket Upgrades
4.2.3 Growth Of Online Firearm And Accessory Sales
4.2.4 Expansion Of Sport Shooting And Competitive Handgun Categories
4.2.5 Adoption Of Lightweight Composite Materials In Manufacturing
5. Handguns Market Analysis Of End Use Industries
5.1 Defense And Homeland Security
5.2 Law Enforcement
5.3 Self-Defense
5.4 Sports Shooting
5.5 Hunting
6. Handguns Market - Macro Economic Scenario Including The Impact Of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, Trade Wars and Tariffs, Supply Chain Impact from Tariff War & Trade Protectionism, And Covid And Recovery On The Market
7. Global Handguns Strategic Analysis Framework, Current Market Size, Market Comparisons And Growth Rate Analysis
7.1. Global Handguns PESTEL Analysis (Political, Social, Technological, Environmental and Legal Factors, Drivers and Restraints)
7.2. Global Handguns Market Size, Comparisons And Growth Rate Analysis
7.3. Global Handguns Historic Market Size and Growth, 2020 - 2025, Value ($ Billion)
7.4. Global Handguns Forecast Market Size and Growth, 2025 - 2030, 2035F, Value ($ Billion)
8. Global Handguns Total Addressable Market (TAM) Analysis for the Market
8.1. Definition and Scope of Total Addressable Market (TAM)
8.2. Methodology and Assumptions
8.3. Global Total Addressable Market (TAM) Estimation
8.4. TAM vs. Current Market Size Analysis
8.5. Strategic Insights and Growth Opportunities from TAM Analysis
9. Handguns Market Segmentation
9.1. Global Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Revolvers, Semi-Automatic Pistols, Single-Shot Handguns, Other Types
9.2. Global Handguns Market, Segmentation By Material, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Metal, Polymer, Composite Materials
9.3. Global Handguns Market, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Online Sales, Offline Retail, Specialty Stores
9.4. Global Handguns Market, Segmentation By End-User, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Defense And Homeland Security, Self-Defense, Sports, Hunting, Law Enforcement
9.5. Global Handguns Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Revolvers, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Double-Action Revolvers, Single-Action Revolvers, Compact Revolversp, Full-Size Revolvers, Concealed Carry Revolvers
9.6. Global Handguns Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Semi-Automatic Pistols, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Full-Size Pistols, Compact Pistols, Subcompact Pistols, Polymer-Framed Pistols, Metal-Framed Pistols
9.7. Global Handguns Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Single-Shot Handguns, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Break-Action Handguns, Bolt-Action Handguns, Target Or Competition Handguns
9.8. Global Handguns Market, Sub-Segmentation Of Other Types, By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
Derringers, Machine Pistols, Pepperbox Handguns, Hybrid Or Convertible Handguns
10. Handguns Market Regional And Country Analysis
10.1. Global Handguns Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
10.2. Global Handguns Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
11. Asia-Pacific Handguns Market
11.1. Asia-Pacific Handguns Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
11.2. Asia-Pacific Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
12. China Handguns Market
12.1. China Handguns Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
12.2. China Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
13. India Handguns Market
13.1. India Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
14. Japan Handguns Market
14.1. Japan Handguns Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
14.2. Japan Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
15. Australia Handguns Market
15.1. Australia Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
16. Indonesia Handguns Market
16.1. Indonesia Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
17. South Korea Handguns Market
17.1. South Korea Handguns Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
17.2. South Korea Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
18. Taiwan Handguns Market
18.1. Taiwan Handguns Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
18.2. Taiwan Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
19. South East Asia Handguns Market
19.1. South East Asia Handguns Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
19.2. South East Asia Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
20. Western Europe Handguns Market
20.1. Western Europe Handguns Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
20.2. Western Europe Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
21. UK Handguns Market
21.1. UK Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
22. Germany Handguns Market
22.1. Germany Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
23. France Handguns Market
23.1. France Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
24. Italy Handguns Market
24.1. Italy Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
25. Spain Handguns Market
25.1. Spain Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
26. Eastern Europe Handguns Market
26.1. Eastern Europe Handguns Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
26.2. Eastern Europe Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
27. Russia Handguns Market
27.1. Russia Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
28. North America Handguns Market
28.1. North America Handguns Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
28.2. North America Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
29. USA Handguns Market
29.1. USA Handguns Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
29.2. USA Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
30. Canada Handguns Market
30.1. Canada Handguns Market Overview
Country Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
30.2. Canada Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
31. South America Handguns Market
31.1. South America Handguns Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
31.2. South America Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
32. Brazil Handguns Market
32.1. Brazil Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
33. Middle East Handguns Market
33.1. Middle East Handguns Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
33.2. Middle East Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
34. Africa Handguns Market
34.1. Africa Handguns Market Overview
Region Information, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
34.2. Africa Handguns Market, Segmentation By Type, Segmentation By Material, Segmentation By Distribution Channel, Historic and Forecast, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F, $ Billion
35. Handguns Market Regulatory and Investment Landscape
36. Handguns Market Competitive Landscape And Company Profiles
36.1. Handguns Market Competitive Landscape And Market Share 2024
36.1.1. Top 10 Companies (Ranked by revenue/share)
36.2. Handguns Market - Company Scoring Matrix
36.2.1. Market Revenues
36.2.2. Product Innovation Score
36.2.3. Brand Recognition
36.3. Handguns Market Company Profiles
36.3.1. Diamondback Firearms LLC Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
36.3.2. Smith And Wesson Brands Inc. Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
36.3.3. Sig Sauer Inc. Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
36.3.4. Fabrique Nationale d'Herstal Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
36.3.5. CZ-USA Inc. Overview, Products and Services, Strategy and Financial Analysis
37. Handguns Market Other Major And Innovative Companies
Heckler And Koch GmbH, GLOCK Ges.m.b.H., Colt s Manufacturing Company LLC, Fabbrica d'Armi Pietro Beretta S.p.A, Springfield Armory Inc., Kimber Manufacturing Inc., Israel Weapon Industries Ltd., Browning Arms Company, Walther Arms Inc., Kahr Arms Inc., Kalashnikov Group, Fratelli Tanfoglio S.N.C., Taurus Holdings Inc., Zastava Arms d.o.o, Canik Firearms Manufacturing Inc.
38. Global Handguns Market Competitive Benchmarking And Dashboard
39. Key Mergers And Acquisitions In The Handguns Market
40. Handguns Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
40.1 Handguns Market In 2030 - Countries Offering Most New Opportunities
40.2 Handguns Market In 2030 - Segments Offering Most New Opportunities
40.3 Handguns Market In 2030 - Growth Strategies
40.3.1 Market Trend Based Strategies
40.3.2 Competitor Strategies
41. Appendix
41.1. Abbreviations
41.2. Currencies
41.3. Historic And Forecast Inflation Rates
41.4. Research Inquiries
41.5. The Business Research Company
41.6. Copyright And Disclaimer
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