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BB guns are often viewed as toys, but they demand to be handled with respect. Most high-powered BB guns carry warning labels that read “Not a toy. Adult supervision required.

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Pellet guns are typically used for target practice or hunting small animals such as rodents and birds, said Andrew Ponis, owner of Laguna Shooting and Accessories and Laguna Shooting Center.