Street Guns and Their Street Names: A Comprehensive Guide

Street guns, often referred to by a myriad of street names, are firearms acquired illegally and used in urban environments. These guns are notorious for their use in criminal activities and self-defense in disadvantaged areas, sometimes under the names we will explore in this article. Understanding the street terms and slang related to these firearms can provide valuable insights into both the illegal arms trade and the communities that use them.

General Terms for Street Guns

Criminals, 'gangbangers,' and street criminals often refer to these weapons simply as guns or the type of firearm, such as pistol, rifle, or revolver. However, some street names gain popularity and recognition among those in the know. Here are some general terms used to refer to street guns:

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Caliber-Specific Street Names

Street terms related to specific calibers can vary widely and can be a keen indicator of the type of firearm in use. Here are some common street names used for specific calibers:

9 Millimeter

Nine milli Nina mm Nine-mil Mil

.45 Caliber

Four-pound Pound fever Five Four-fifth Fifth

.38

Tre eight

.22 Caliber

Deuce Deuce-deuce Emmit Smith Smith

.357 Magnum

Tre-five Tre-five-seven Tre-pound Mag Trojan Tre

.50 AE

Fifty Five-O Point-five

Brand/Type-Specific Street Names

Some firearms gain unique street names due to their brand or type. Here are a few examples:

Shotguns

Bores Pluggers Smokers

Specific Guns

.303 Lee Enfield: Three-oh .30 Carbine: Three-oh .30 '06: Three-oh zero-six

Common Street Guns and Their Names

Here are some common street guns and their street names:

9mm

Desert Eagle: Work Horse Glock: Jail Bird

.45

Colt Police Positive: Four-Eyed Dick H1911: Coal Gun

.38

Colt M1917: One-Seven

.22

Smith Wesson: Deuce Walther PPK: PPK

.357 Magnum

Smith Wesson Model 29: Hooker Colt Python: Python

Throwaway Guns

A specific category of street guns is throwaway guns. These are firearms acquired illegally and disposed of after use. Common among throwaway guns are those that are cheap and can be quickly disposed of after use to avoid leaving evidence at the scene of a crime. Examples include:

.22 .38 .45

Throwaway guns are often associated with fliers or other methods of illegal distribution, making them a significant concern for law enforcement.

Conclusion

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the street terms and slang used to refer to street guns. Understanding these terms can be crucial for law enforcement, journalists, and researchers working on topics related to urban crime and illegal arms trade. However, it is important to note that many of these terms can vary widely depending on the region and community. Avenues for further exploration include studying regional linguistic variations, law enforcement reports, and online slang resources.