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2014 Reprint of 1936 Edition. Full facsimile of the original
edition, not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. In this
classic work on the subject, Keith covers the selection, use, and
hand loading of revolver cartridges in various calibers. Keith
covers both revolvers that have remained popular to this day, as
well as many that were popular several decades ago and have since
fallen into obscurity. Elmer Keith uses his wealth of experience
with the sixgun to analyze and recommend the correct cartridges and
calibers for various situations. This is not only a manual covering
the practical use of the revolver, but is also a valuable reference
for anyone interested in the history and development of the modern
revolver cartridges.
2012 Reprint of 1955 Edition. Profusely illustrated. Exact
facsimile of the original edition, not reproduced with Optical
Recognition Software. Keith was born in Missouri in 1899. His
family moved to Montana six years later, where he grew up around
former outlaws, lawmen, buffalo hunters, and Indian fighters as his
life spanned the time from the Civil War veterans and gunfighters
of the Frontier to the more modern age of hand guns. His teachers
had survived the bloodiest war in our nation's history and had seen
the great herds of buffaloes and the cow towns that helped build
the West. Keith's writings had great influence on firearms in
general and especially on single action six guns. Keith's knowledge
of every facet of handguns in general and six shooters in
particular is truly remarkable. He covers it all, from history to
game shooting to gun fighting and much more. Although this book was
written before the advent of the .44 Magnum, Mr. Keith's knowledge
and experience are invaluable, with his game shooting and long
range abilities most impressive of all. Keith also covers slip
shooting with the Colt SAA, a fascinating and surprisingly
effective technique generally ignored by modern writers. But most
importantly, Elmer's honesty and integrity are his greatest
attributes to those who knew him. If you love good old six
shooters, you must have this book. This title remains an important
and classic work on the subject. Table of contents: Dedication
Preface Introduction Chapter I History of the Sixgun Chapter II
Selecting the Handgun Chapter III Learning to Shoot Chapter IV
Sixgun Sights Chapter V Long Range Shooting Chapter VI Game
Shooting Chapter VII Double Action Shooting Chapter VIII Gun Rigs
and Holsters Chapter IX Quick Draw and Hip Shooting Chapter X Gun
Fighting Chapter XI Revolvers Versus Auto Pistols Chapter XII
Aerial and Trick Shooting Chapter XIII Slip Shooting, Fanning,
Calvalry Guns Chapter XIV Loading and Management of Cap and Ball
Sixguns Chapter XV Repairs, Remodeling, Resighting Chapter XVI A
Bullet Chapter Chapter XVII Cartridge Reloading Chapter XVIII
Selection of Gun Cartridges Chapter XIX Ornamentation Chapter XX
Care and Cleaning
Teach yourself the knowledge you need to handle and safely use many
different types of gun and bullet. Many of the earliest books,
particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now
extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing
many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern
editions, using the original text and artwork.
"As the day of the .45-70 recedes further into history, Jack Behn's
book will become firmly established in the literature of American
firearms."--William B. Ruger, former president of Sturm, Ruger
& Company: A historical look at the .45-70 cartridge and the
firearms in which it was used* Features guns used in the late 1800s
and throughout the Civil War: From 1873 to 1898, the .45-70 was the
official United States Army small arms cartridge. Gun makers
developed new designs at a record pace to showcase the versatility
of the cartridge for both military and sporting purposes. From the
U.S. Springfield and Winchester to the Marlin and Ballard, firearms
enthusiasts will discover a wealth of information pertaining to
classic rifles and the cartridge that made them famous. The history
of the .45-70 cartridge and the associations that surround it are
sure to delight collectors and historians alike.
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