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The Most Comprehensive Gunsmithing Guide of All Time. Written by
one of the most prolific firearms experts of all time, The Complete
Guide to Gunsmithing is a highly detailed and essential reference
for the gun enthusiast and gunsmith alike. At nearly 500 pages,
Chapel covers everything from the use of proper tools to how to get
a gunsmithing job, and everything in between. In more than forty
chapters of exceptionally clear prose, the book answers every
question a collector, soldier, or home defender could have on
topics such as: Drawings and Blueprints Stock Design Checkering and
Carving Stock Repairs and Alterations Etching and Engraving And
many more Not only is the book an incredible resource for gun
owners and gunsmiths, it's also a wonderful look at the world of
firearms in the first half the twentieth century. Published just
over seventy years ago, the book--and revised by the author two
decades later The Complete Guide to Gunsmithing is fascinating look
at how the nature of firearms has changed. With a thoughtful
introductory note by renowned outdoorsman Dr. Jim Casada and
eighty-five meticulous illustrations, this is the definitive
edition of an enduring and authoritative classic. Skyhorse
Publishing is proud to publish a broad range of books for hunters
and firearms enthusiasts. We publish books about shotguns, rifles,
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not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a
national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on
subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to
authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
Concealed Carry Class: The ABCs of Self-Defense Tools & Tactics
is a comprehensive guide to recognizing, avoiding and surviving
violent confrontations. It covers everything from
situational-awareness skills that can be honed to help keep you and
your loved ones out of potentially dangerous scenarios; to the
mental discipline it takes to carry a concealed weapon every day;
to evaluating and selecting concealed-carry hardware, including
handguns and calibers, holsters and clothing; to training drills
you can use to become proficient with a handgun, and remain
proficient through regular practice. Tom Givens calls on decades of
firearms and law-enforcement experience to put together this
practical collection of tips and tactics anyone can use for the
safe, responsible and legal carrying of a concealed weapon.He has
been involved in armed confrontations both as a police officer and
as a private citizen, and has seen firsthand how decent people,
with proper training, can fight back and overcome criminal attacks.
-- Tom Givens
For the first time, take an in-depth look at the techniques,
characteristics, and philosophy of the Israeli school of combat
shooting. This book is a guide to the basic principles of the
Israeli Method, and, more importantly, the proper preparation and
mental attitude for weapon safety and combat. The Israeli Method is
presented in a clear, concise manner, and features photographs
depicting the tactics and techniques used. The book also answers
many specific questions regarding gun safety, handling of weapons,
firing positions, use of cover, handling technical problems, and
much more. Note that this book is not a manual and not intended as
a lesson. The objective is not to teach, propagandize, or "sell"
the Israeli Method, but rather to illustrate it, clear up
misconceptions, and answer specific questions regarding the
philosophy and scientific choices that stem from a deep experience
in the field. The reader will be able to integrate the techniques
presented here into their own skill-set and abilities.
Whether you're a professional gunsmith or an enthusiastic amateur,
you'll find everything you need to know to keep your AR perking in
Gunsmithing the AR-15. Written by master gunsmith and best-selling
firearms author Patrick Sweeney, Gunsmithing the AR-15 is your
one-stop guide to repairing, maintaining and modifying America's
favorite rifle. It's all here! * Hundreds of detailed photos *
Maintenance * Repair * Accessories and modifications * Tips, tools
and techniques * And more! Whether you're interested in simple
tasks, such as disassembling and maintaining your AR rifle, or if
you're ready to tackle more complex projects, such as rebarreling
or converting your AR to a piston design, Gunsmithing the AR-15
tells you everything you need to know. Protect your investment and
avoid costly mistakes, with Gunsmithing the AR-15!
Clay Shooting For Beginners and Enthusiasts A full colour very high
quality hardback which has been a consistent top seller since its
publication September 2009. It has always ranked in the Google top
3 clay shooting books and regularly ranks No.1.It has received 5
star reviews only; at Amazon.com Amazon.co.uk Waterstones on line
and WH Smith
For the first time in paperback, a photographic history of
civilization, as seen through the world's most deadly and
fascinating firearms. The Illustrated History of Guns is a
comprehensive look at the tools of battle. To craft this book, more
than five hundred photographs of genuine specimens were specially
commissioned from the six-thousand-piece collection of the Berman
Museum of World History. The weapons featured span a period of
close to four thousand years, ranging from Ancient Greece to World
War II, and from the Crusades in Europe to the US Civil War. It
features a wide array of diverse treasures, including the traveling
pistols of Confederate president Jefferson Davis, a royal Persian
scimitar with 1,295 rose-cut diamonds and rubies, and a single
11-carat emerald set in gold, first owned by Shah Abbas I of Persia
and given in tribute to Catherine the Great. The Illustrated
History of Guns also offers information on weapons innovators,
including Alexander Forsyth, Eliphalet Remington, Samuel Colt,
Sergei Mosin, the Mauser brothers, Hiram Maxim, John Browning,
Richard Gatling, John T. Thompson, John Garland, Feodor Tokarev,
Oliver Winchester, and Mikhail Kalashnikov. With unparalleled
historical perspective and background on persons significant to the
development and advancements of weapons technology or military
strategy, The Illustrated History of Guns belongs on the shelf of
every history buff and firearms enthusiast.
Gun Digest presents ... Cartridges of the AR-15! Noted gunwriter
and AR-15 expert Patrick Sweeney lays out the ever-increasing field
of AR-15 cartridges. Whether you're interested in AR-15s for home
defense, long-range shooting, or hunting, there is surely a
cartridge that meets your needs. Sweeney covers them all, from the
5.56 NATO/.223 Rem., to rimfires like .22LR, up to the .300 AAC
Blackout, 7.62x40 Wilson, 6.5 Grendel, .264 LBC, .30 Remington AR,
.300 Win. Mag., .338 Federal, .450 Bushmaster and many, many more!
-- Patrick Sweeney
Every few years, a book comes along that makes an important
contribution to the history of American sport, even though-or,
maybe, because-its storyline delves into the obscure. The event
that launches the narrative in Shooting for the Record is the 1959
news report that strapping and handsome Tom Frye had broken
sharpshooting's endurance world record after he shot at 100,000
hand-thrown wooden cubes and missed only six. But even as the
Guinness Book of World Records immortalized Frye, previous
record-holder Adolph Toepperwein, having just reached his 90th
birthday, was sitting down to write a letter accusing Frye of
cheating. Frye and Toepperwein were the two top-performing riflemen
in the history of shooting sports, with the span of one generation
separating them. Both had performed hundreds of sharpshooting
exhibitions on behalf of major firearms manufacturers Winchester
and Remington. Shooting for the Record reminds readers of America's
longtime fascination with the shooting sports. It's a story that
explores far beyond the nearly-superhuman feats of these two
individuals. The author reaches back to the grand productions of
1880s Wild West shows and tracks the growth of shooting sports
through today.
Remove the mystery around handguns with this simple beginner's
guide. When one is not knowledgeable, the idea of shooting, or
being around, a handgun can be frightening. Written for the novice
shooter, this guide focuses on the fundamentals needed to own and
operate a handgun. Using clear and concise language and
illustrations, the authors break down step by step how to handle
and shoot a handgun. Learn the three simple rules to ensure safety
at all times, and what to look for when buying your first handgun.
Understand how a handgun functions and the different components of
ammunition. Know the common problems that shooters experience and
how to fix them. Arm yourself for success and handle any handgun
with confidence!
Like Taking an Armorer's Course for the AR-15! In this companion
volume to Gunsmithing the AR-15 Volumes 1 and 2, gunsmith and
best-selling firearms author Patrick Sweeney goes beyond basic
repair and maintenance and provides project instructions and expert
tips to install some of the most popular brand components,
including parts from: * Geissele * Daniel Defense * Yankee Hill *
Alexander Arms * Timney * Rock River * CMC * Wilson Combat * And
more! For the casual shooter or first-time owner to the advanced
practitioner, Patrick Sweeney teaches you how to remove, replace,
maintain and upgrade every single part on your AR-15 rifle with
Gunsmithing the AR-15: The Bench Manual. More than just a
step-by-step manual, this insider's guidebook is chock full of
insights on how to change or replace worn, broken or obsolete
parts-truly the must-have guide to get the job done right! Whether
your AR-15 is for hunting, competition or defense, The Bench Manual
is a must-have resource for AR-15 owners who want to transform
their vanilla-plain AR into a firearm that is ready for anything.
THE ESSENTIAL, COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO CARTRIDGES--PAST AND PRESENT!
Serious shooters and reloaders will find the cartridges they
love--and many they never dreamed of--in this newest edition of the
most widely read cartridge reference book ever published. From the
latest introductions in standard American sporting cartridges, to
the hottest proprietary rounds, and new authoritative feature
articles by the gun industry's heavy hitters on cartridge design,
application, selection, tips and idiosyncrasies, this book is
packed with everything shooters, handloaders and cartridge
collectors need to know. Cartridges of the World, 16th Edition is
packed with over 688 pages of concise information and data on old,
new and currently manufactured ammo. Heavily illustrated with more
than 1,500 photos, this book is the ultimate guide for gun owners
interested in current and historical ammunition for handguns,
rifles and shotguns. With 50 new cartridges, from the latest
cutting-edge factory loads to wildcats that will set ballistic
trends for years to come, plus updated cartridge descriptions and
the newly expanded full-color feature article section, Cartridges
of the World, 16th Edition is the most comprehensive reference of
its kind, and a must-have for every firearms owner--from beginner
to advanced. IT'S ALL HERE! 50 new cartridges Full-color feature
story section Trendsetting wildcats Updated spec and reference
charts Expert advice on handloads and cartridge selection
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