GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024

Statistics About The Most Dangerous Gun

The most dangerous gun statistically is the Colt 1911 pistol, with approximately 200 deaths per year attributed to its use in the United States.

Last Updated: June 18, 2024

Written & Summarized by: Jannik Lindner

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In this post, we will examine a collection of alarming statistics surrounding firearms, shedding light on the prevalence and impact of gun-related incidents both in the United States and around the world. From the staggering number of gun deaths to the dangerous firearms involved in tragic events, these statistics paint a sobering picture of the ongoing issue of gun violence.

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"The Handgun accounts for 80% of all firearms deaths and 80% of all firearm injuries each year in the United States according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention."

Statistic 2

"According to estimates by the Global Burden of Disease study, approximately 251,000 people worldwide died from firearms in 2016."

Statistic 3

"In 2017, there were over 39,000 gun-related deaths in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention."

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"In 2016, 74% of murder victims in Brazil died from gunshot wounds according to a report by the Igarape."

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"Firearm injuries are the second leading cause of death among children in the U.S."

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"22% of individuals in U.S. gun-owning households have contacted a public official to express an opinion on gun policy."

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"The USA ranked first in the number of firearms per capita, at around 120.5 guns per 100 residents."

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"In the year 2020, small arms sales hit a record high at $10.3 billion."

Statistic 9

"More than 100,000 people are shot in the U.S. every year."

Statistic 10

"In 2018, nearly 40% of American adults reported having a gun present in their household."

Statistic 11

"The Ruger AR-556, a type of AR-15, was used in the Texas church massacre in 2017, making it one of the most dangerous guns."

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"Semi-automatic rifles are more lethal than handguns but are responsible for just 3-4% of gun homicides."

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"More than 35% of gun owners say protection is the main reason they own a firearm."

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"More than 80% of suicide attempts with a firearm are fatal."

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"In 2017, for every 100,000 men in the U.S, 22 were killed with guns."

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"The Small Arms Survey estimates there are over one billion small arms distributed globally, of which 857 million (85 percent) are in civilian hands."

The statistics presented highlight the alarming prevalence and impact of gun violence both in the United States and globally. Handguns remain a significant contributor to firearm deaths and injuries, with firearms being a leading cause of death among children in the U.S. The high number of gun-related deaths in the U.S., coupled with the country’s extensive firearm ownership and sales figures, underscores the complex and urgent need for effective gun policy and regulation. The lethality of firearms and their role in suicides further emphasize the need for comprehensive approaches to address this public health crisis.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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