Multiple Band Wooden Guns

• These guns are also called "American tree trunks." The nomenclature is fairly misleading because these guns are not native to the United States. They are commonly found in Australia and many Asian countries. Durable exotic woods -- such as teak or mahogany -- commonly make up the core of the gun. The robust components of the tool, such as butt extensions and the heavy shafts, have helped these guns carve a niche for themselves. The loads that the trigger mechanisms can handle range from 600 to 1,000 pounds.
  
  

European Band Guns

• These guns also go by the name "Pea Shooters." Their origins are traced back to the Mediterranean, where they were employed to shoot smaller fish. With a few modifications, these tools are now capable of shooting large fish as well. The design of the Band gun includes a rear handle which facilitates the creation of small muzzle flips, making them highly accurate. The materials used to create the Pea Shooters are high-quality substances like carbon fiber, glass-reinforced nylon and Kevlar.
  
  

Hybrid Band Guns

• Hybrid band guns blend the good features of the American and European Band guns to achieve a highly proficient design. The tools are characterized by open muzzles, full length rails, extra bands and heavy shafts. Carbon fiber is used to manufacture most of these guns, providing them with greater durability and superior performance.
  
  

Pneumatic Band Guns

• Pneumatic band guns are upgraded versions of spring guns that run out of stored energy after a few rounds of shooting. The focus of most of the models' designs is to reduce the dimensions to make is easier to explore and penetrate tight confines. The ejection speed of the smaller models is also higher than alternative models.