Covers the proliferation of dangerous game cartridges that started about a century ago & has lasted into the second millennium. It is destined to become the book that will in future be quoted around campfires to settle arguments. Color & B&W photos; 8x11
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130 additional pages of rifles, sights, catalogs & other pertinent info that has come to light since the first edition. Of interest to all collectors of British firearms of this period (1865-1920) as it contains important info on such makers as Alex Henry
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Here it is: #3 in the series. It is bigger and has more pictures. All the info you need on all types of Lever Guns, including: Pistol calibers, Winchesters, and Marlins. Includes reloading, accuracy tests, data sections, and hunting.
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Briefly covers the background of the little black rifle that almost wasn't, then dives right into a detailed examination of the modular design & what you can do with it. Photos; 8.5x11 inches, 88 pgs.
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An excellent reference for developing accurate loads for British double rifles. Color & B&W photos/illus; 7x10 inches, 288 pgs.
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Traces Britain's use of breechloading cartridge carbines from the development of the first Snider artillery & cavalry carbines, to the various Martini carbines. 40 photos; 6x9 inches, 72 pgs.
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Learn the tips, tricks, pitfalls and "gotchas!" that experienced Garand enthusiasts and armorers have discovered and developed over the years. Words and pictures clearly guide the reader through every operation required to assemble their Garand. You'll be
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Essential manual covers all aspects of the sport, from types & choice of weapons to a practical analysis of rifle sport available today. A fully revised & updated edition. B&W photos t/out; 9.5x7.5 inches, 256 pgs.
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The story of Britain's training rifles is examined in this book, from the Aiming Tube models to the post-World War II variations. 52 photos; 6x9 inches, 64 pgs.
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A unique compilation of articles celebrating these iconic guns. Written by a "who's who" of gun writers from the twentieth century, includes stories by Col. Townsend Whelen (a.k.a., Mr. Rifleman), Elmer Keith, Jack O'Connor, Warren Page, Jim Carmichel, &
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Revised & greatly expanded. Twice the info & twice the pages of the 1st 3 editions. Covers the entire range of .45 caliber "trapdoor" Springfield arms, the gun that really won the west. Includes complete & accurate description of ammmition boxes, ammuniti
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Facsimile edition of the 1888 book. Includes: prone & standing positions, long range & elevation, wind allowance, the back position, sights, match rifles, temperature & atmosphere, tables of angles, trajectories & more. Illus. & charts; 4.5x6.5 inches, 96
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Most shooters recognize names like Springfield, Colt, Armalite, Sharps, & Spencer. Those rifles made it to the top & stayed there, while many other rifle designs were tested & adopted by the U.S. military only to slide into historical oblivion. Yet all ar
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Provides a detailed description of each rifle and carbine, including markings, finishes, dimensions of all pertinent parts, and a history of each arms development. Each firearm is summarized in a separate table. Will be a much-sought-after book w/collect
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A historical look at the .45-70 cartridge & the firearms in which it was used. Features guns used in the late 1800s & t/out the Civil War. 25 B&W photos, 6x9 inches, 144 pgs.
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Deals with the entire production & all grades of double shotguns made by Remington during the period of their production 1873-1910. 600+ photos; 288 pgs.
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For the martial arms collector as well as the Western Americana enthusiast, this book fills the gaps left by previously published works. The first complete story of the "Trapdoor Springfield".
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Intended as a companion to the recently reprinted three volume omnibus title The FAL Rifle. Very logically laid out with an illustrated breakdown of all the parts within each component group. 343 illus; 273 pgs.
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Loaded with articles dealing with Winchester, Browning, Savage, Marlin & Mossberg lever guns. Sights, cartridges & loads are also covered for these lever guns. 108 pgs.
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Duncan Long traces the history of this little giant from its original creation. Covers commercial variants, spinoffs of the M1 Carbine, accessories, care & maintenance & the use of the carbine & the Enforcer pistol. Photos, illus; 5.5x8.5 inches, 203 pgs.
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Explains all the variables involved in the science of shooting from long distances. Explore the colorful history of shooting, & sections on technical subjects such as ballistics. From choosing barrels, bullets, & sights to understanding optics, you'll be
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Describes muzzleloading percussion shoulder arms procured by the U.S. government for issue to federal & state armed forces in the period that includes the Civil War. 299 halftones; 8.5x11 inches, 512 pgs.
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The SKS is an enigma in the world of assault weapons. Did it gain its place on the battlefield because of politics or performance? Long reveals the answers to many questions, beginning with the history of the SKS & advancing to the practical aspects of op
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Required reading for rifle owners. A good hunter is a safe hunter; a safe hunter treats his rifles well. Chock-full of tips for keeping rifles clean & operating smoothly & safely. Contains a section on quick fixes for problems in the field & proper habits
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Focuses on military flintlock shoulder arms, details on the federal government's procurement of arms for Indians during rapidly changing military policies of the period is also included. 365 halftones; 8.5x11 inches, 556 pgs.
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Full color photos and information regarding the K98k rifle development and production up to 1938. This book contains factory documentation, original examples, and experimental versions. Color, 592 pgs.
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Detailed manual about operation, maintenance & function of the fascinating FN-FAL rifle. Text & numerous illus describe in detail mechanical details of the mechanism, complete disassemble (down to the last bolt and pin) & operating instructions. As comple
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Takes you on a country-by-country tour of these fascinating weapons. Never before has this subject been covered in such detail. All confusing proofs, serial numbers & markings are explained. Handy tables list key specs for each rifle, making iding rifles
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The history of the company & the only text on the full range of guns make, long guns, handguns, rare & unusual BB guns, shotguns, & all of the martial varieties. Illus, 500+ photos; 358 pgs.
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Lavishly illustrated with more than 400 vivid photos of muskets, rifles, carbines, & other arms. Offers an intelligent analysis of the shoulder arms procured & used by the colonists, colonial & state governments, & the Continental Congress. 435 halftones;
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