John,
From the 2000-2001 bulletin, page 24 (Legal implements for big game hunting):
Handgun*- Any centerfire pistol or revolver. Barrel length maximum is 16 inches.
* It is illegal to hunt with a fully automatic firearm, an autoloading firearm that holds more than 6 shells except an autoloading pistol with a barrel length under 8 inches, or any firearm equipped with a silencer.
General Prohibition (page 11):
You may not use a rifle or a handgun to hunt pheasant or turkey.
Hope this helps.
Legionnaire
NRA Life Member
Hunter Safety Instructor
Cogito, ergo armorer.
[Edited by Legionnaire on 03-01-2001 at 09:32 AM]