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[–] Clitorally_retarded 0 points 9 points (+9|-0) ago 

Rifles are known technology that was largely mastered over 100 years ago, but really advanced in the 40s and 50s. Since then, there's not a lot of new proprietary tech in a rifle. Pistol makers are constantly trying to innovate to squeeze more into a handgun sized package with better ergonomics and reliability. There are huge contracts to be had with police forces and civilians always want something new. Since there's more innovation in the handgun market, there's more proprietary IP.