- Spearguns: These are specialized underwater firearms that use compressed air or gas to propel a spear towards the target.
- Scuba spearfishing: This involves using scuba diving equipment to enable extended underwater hunting.
- Harpoons: These are typically used from boats and consist of a long, barbed spear attached to a line and fired from a handheld gun.
- High-powered rifles: Certain types of powerful rifles, such as big game rifles, can be used for hunting large sharks from a distance.
- Shotguns: Shotguns with buckshot or slug ammunition can be effective in close-range encounters with sharks.