9.2 PISTOLS
9.2.1 Pistols used in competitions under NSRA rules must conform with one of the following:
9.2.1.1 any pistol (single shot, semi-automatic or revolver) chambered for the 5.6 mm (.22 in) rimfire cartridge,
barrel length including the cylinder, not exceeding 254 mm (10 in); sights may be adjustable but not over
254 mm (10 in) apart. The trigger must support 1 kg (2.2 lb) weight; or
9.2.1.2 any type of compressed air or CO2 pistol calibre not exceeding 5.6 mm (.22 in) and of dimensions not
exceeding those in Rule 9.2.1.1. The trigger must support 500 g (1.1 lb) weight; or
9.2.1.3 any air pistol complying with Rule 9.2.3; or
9.2.1.4 any type of muzzle-loading pistol or revolver of 5.6 mm (0.22 in) calibre.
9.2.2 Pistols used in competitions under ISSF or other rules must conform to the specific regulations governing those
competitions.
9.2.3 Air pistols used in competitions under ISSF rules may be any type of compressed air or CO2 pistol calibre 4.5
mm (.177 in) which conforms with current ISSF regulations.