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Civil War Firearms: Their Historical Background and Tactical Use
ISBN: 9780306814594 / Angielski / Miękka / 252 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The popular Civil War News columnist has written a unique work, combining technical data on each Civil War firearm, an often surprising treatment of their actual use on the battlefield, and a guide to collecting and firing surviving relics and modern reproductions.
The popular Civil War News columnist has written a unique work, combining technical data on each Civil War firearm, an often surprising treatment of t...
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77,03 |
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Percussion Pistols and Revolvers: History, Performance and Practical Use
ISBN: 9780595357963 / Angielski / Miękka / 212 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. "In the early transition from the long-lived flintlock system, handgun development closely paralleled that of the long arms. With the advent of the revolving pistols, however; came patents that created monopolies in revolver production and the through-bored cylinder necessary for self-contained metallic cartridges. The caplock revolvers took on a separate evolution and remained state of the art long after the widespread appearance of cartridge firing rifles and shotguns. They rode in the holsters of of explorers and adventurers across the world and granted safe conduct in the back-alleys of...
"In the early transition from the long-lived flintlock system, handgun development closely paralleled that of the long arms. With the advent of the re...
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65,32 |
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Percussion Pistols and Revolvers: History, Performance and Practical Use
ISBN: 9780595672752 / Angielski / Twarda / 212 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. "In the early transition from the long-lived flintlock system, handgun development closely paralleled that of the long arms. With the advent of the revolving pistols, however; came patents that created monopolies in revolver production and the through-bored cylinder necessary for self-contained metallic cartridges. The caplock revolvers took on a separate evolution and remained state of the art long after the widespread appearance of cartridge firing rifles and shotguns. They rode in the holsters of of explorers and adventurers across the world and granted safe conduct in the back-alleys of...
"In the early transition from the long-lived flintlock system, handgun development closely paralleled that of the long arms. With the advent of the re...
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103,86 |
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Gunsmoke and Saddle Leather: Firearms in the Nineteenth-Century American West
ISBN: 9780826335937 / Angielski / Twarda / 536 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The gun, like the axe and the plow, was an essential tool in the exploration and settlement of the trans-Mississippi West. It provided food for the cooking pot as well as protection against two- or four-legged marauders. As the century progressed, firearms also provided various forms of recreation for both men and women, primarily target and competition shooting. Of course the employment of the gun, whether for good or evil, depended upon the user. The men and women who lived the nineteenth-century western experience sometimes described in detail the role firearms played in their lives. Such...
The gun, like the axe and the plow, was an essential tool in the exploration and settlement of the trans-Mississippi West. It provided food for the co...
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166,52 |
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Scloppetaria or Considerations on the Nature and Use of Rifled Barrel Guns
ISBN: 9781406789386 / Angielski / Miękka / 312 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Originally published in 1808. The author not only appreciated the advantage of the rifle in war, he also gives an exceptionally lucid account of its origins, operation and mechanics. The well illustrated contents will prove of great value to the historian, soldier and gun enthusiast. Contents Include: Of Projectiles in General Theory of Spiral Motion Qualities of the Rifle History of the Rifle Construction and Perfections of the Rifle Appendages of the Rifle Modes of Using the Rifle General Hints Loading, Aiming, Cleaning etc. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the...
Originally published in 1808. The author not only appreciated the advantage of the rifle in war, he also gives an exceptionally lucid account of its o...
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146,70 |
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Cartridge Drawings Now and Then from the Pen of Ken
ISBN: 9781845492137 / Angielski / Miękka / 196 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The breech loading shotgun would have been no use without its cartridges. Much has already been written about the histories of shotguns, but very little about the many cartridges that were loaded into the breeches. This book has been written as a companion to 'Cartridges of the British Isles' [ISBN 978-1-84549-111-6]. It covers the time from the first years in breech loading shotguns up until the present day. It also includes some overseas cartridges as well as many others of the British Isles not previously published. This is, in part, a history of shotgun cartridges and it should bring back...
The breech loading shotgun would have been no use without its cartridges. Much has already been written about the histories of shotguns, but very litt...
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174,26 |
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Firearm Blueing and Browning
ISBN: 9780811703260 / Angielski / Twarda / 152 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Timeless information in an easy-to-use format with a new foreword added Popular and little-known methods explained Includes useful weights and measures charts This practical and precise guide to the chemical and heat coloring of all barrel steels and gun metals covers the earliest soft carbon methods to the latest rustless techniques--some 230 formulae in all. Also included are ways to remove rust, barrel finishes, and nickel plating by chemical means. It's a classic, comprehensive reference of interest to professional and amateur gunsmiths, restorers, collectors, and shooters alike."
Timeless information in an easy-to-use format with a new foreword added Popular and little-known methods explained Includes useful weights and measure...
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96,15 |
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Early Firearms: 1300-1800
ISBN: 9780747806721 / Angielski / Miękka / 48 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This book provides a general summary of the history of European firearms, from the earliest designs which appeared during the Middle Ages through to the mechanized weapon production of the Industrial Revolution. Covering the dual inventions of gunpowder and the gun, the development of reliable firing mechanisms, improvements in accuracy and rate of fire and the revolutionary changes brought about by the application of scientific and industrial processes, Michael Spencer explains the technical evolution of the firearm and analyzes what drove these changes. Built around an accurate... This book provides a general summary of the history of European firearms, from the earliest designs which appeared during the Middle Ages through t... |
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36,04 |
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Vintage British Shotguns: A Shooting Sportsman Guide
ISBN: 9780892727742 / Angielski / Twarda / 328 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. A guide to British-made shotguns that looks at individual makers, their products, and the selling points of particular guns. It is suitable for gun collectors.
A guide to British-made shotguns that looks at individual makers, their products, and the selling points of particular guns. It is suitable for gun co...
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195,91 |
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Scloppetaria or Considerations on the Nature and Use of Rifled Barrel Guns
ISBN: 9781443732901 / Angielski / Twarda / 316 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Originally published in 1808. The author not only appreciated the advantage of the rifle in war, he also gives an exceptionally lucid account of its origins, operation and mechanics. The well illustrated contents will prove of great value to the historian, soldier and gun enthusiast. Contents Include: Of Projectiles in General Theory of Spiral Motion Qualities of the Rifle History of the Rifle Construction and Perfections of the Rifle Appendages of the Rifle Modes of Using the Rifle General Hints Loading, Aiming, Cleaning etc. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the...
Originally published in 1808. The author not only appreciated the advantage of the rifle in war, he also gives an exceptionally lucid account of its o...
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181,23 |
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American Rifle: A Biography
ISBN: 9780553384383 / Angielski / Miękka / 528 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. George Washington insisted that his portrait be painted with one. Daniel Boone created a legend with one. Abraham Lincoln shot them on the White House lawn. And Teddy Roosevelt had his specially customized. In this first-of-its-kind book, historian Alexander Rose delivers a colorful, engrossing biography of an American icon: the rifle. Drawing on the words of foot soldiers, inventors, and presidents, based on extensive new research, and spanning from the Revolution to the present day, American Rifle is a balanced, wonderfully entertaining history of the rifle and its... George Washington insisted that his portrait be painted with one. Daniel Boone created a legend with one. Abraham Lincoln shot them on the Whi... |
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92,48 |
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The Muzzle-Loading Cap Lock Rifle
ISBN: 9780811705172 / Angielski / Twarda / 308 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Explores the history, construction, and care of one of America's finest firearms Hundreds of photographs show muzzle-loading cap lock rifles, ammunition, cap magazines, powder flasks, bullet molds, and more Describes and recreates traditional shooting matches in fascinating detail"
Explores the history, construction, and care of one of America's finest firearms Hundreds of photographs show muzzle-loading cap lock rifles, ammuniti...
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153,95 |
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The Sporting Rifle: And Its Projectiles (1867)
ISBN: 9781437428629 / Angielski / Twarda / 200 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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153,55 |
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The Sporting Rifle: And Its Projectiles (1867)
ISBN: 9781437339437 / Angielski / Miękka / 200 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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111,99 |
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Curio & Relics FFL 03 Bound Book
ISBN: 9781606220047 / Angielski / Miękka / 118 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This is one of the best deals for anybody with a Curio and Relic Federal Firearms License ( 03FFL ). The bound book holds over 440 entries as single line entries over an entire page. Each page is sequentially numbered in compliance with the BATF. This bound book helps you comply with being a happy and legal historical firearms collector. Made in the United States of America. Part of the proceeds from all sales go to research a cure for Rett Syndrome. Rett Syndrome is a syndrome that affects one girl born worldwide every 15 minutes. Boys born with the Rett gene die at birth. Part of all sales...
This is one of the best deals for anybody with a Curio and Relic Federal Firearms License ( 03FFL ). The bound book holds over 440 entries as single l...
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56,06 |
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Homebuilt Firearms
ISBN: 9780981539928 / Angielski / Miękka / 122 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Hartman's text is a great initiation for hobbyists who wish to try building a real gun from scratch, using only standard garage tools, not milling machines or lathes. He explains how to build a firearm with a used .22 barrel from a gun show and some scrap steel while using a drill press, grinders, wire welder, a hacksaw, and files.
Hartman's text is a great initiation for hobbyists who wish to try building a real gun from scratch, using only standard garage tools, not milling mac...
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49,91 |
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Stampings on Shotshells
ISBN: 9781845494759 / Angielski / Miękka / 394 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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220,38 |
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Greenblatt Personal Firearms Record
ISBN: 9781606220078 / Angielski / Miękka / 102 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. |
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51,58 |
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The Art of Rimfire Accuracy
ISBN: 9781456797768 / Angielski / Miękka / 732 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Bill Calfee has been working with guns since the 1970's and decided to focus on the 22 rimfire beginning in the 1980's. Since the 1980's Bill has had many ideas on how to improve the accuracy of the 22 rimfire, some ideas have increased the accuracy potential tremendously and some ideas proved out to be learning experiences for future ideas. Since about 2001 Bill has tried to capture his ideas, experiments, testing, and conclusions by writing about them. He has written about the successes that increased accuracy as well as the ideas that didn't improve accuracy. Although Bill is not a writer,...
Bill Calfee has been working with guns since the 1970's and decided to focus on the 22 rimfire beginning in the 1980's. Since the 1980's Bill has had ...
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cena:
201,54 |
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The Art of Rimfire Accuracy
ISBN: 9781456797775 / Angielski / Twarda / 732 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Bill Calfee has been working with guns since the 1970's and decided to focus on the 22 rimfire beginning in the 1980's. Since the 1980's Bill has had many ideas on how to improve the accuracy of the 22 rimfire, some ideas have increased the accuracy potential tremendously and some ideas proved out to be learning experiences for future ideas. Since about 2001 Bill has tried to capture his ideas, experiments, testing, and conclusions by writing about them. He has written about the successes that increased accuracy as well as the ideas that didn't improve accuracy. Although Bill is not a writer,...
Bill Calfee has been working with guns since the 1970's and decided to focus on the 22 rimfire beginning in the 1980's. Since the 1980's Bill has had ...
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cena:
339,11 |