9781332033256 - Rifles and Rifle Shooting (Classic Reprint) de Askins, Charles (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to the evolution and use of American breech-loading rifles. The author takes the reader on a fascinating journey through the history of the rifle, tracing its development from the closing years of the American Civil War to the early 1900s. The book delves into the design and mechanics of various rifle types, including the single-shot, lever-action repeater, pump-action repeater, and military bolt-action. It explores the strengths and weaknesses of each rifle type and highlights their suitability for different types of hunting and shooting. The author also examines the history of American riflery in its broader cultural context, revealing its place in the American spirit of adventure and self-reliance. He discusses the rifle's importance in the American West, its use in big-game hunting, and its role in shaping national identity. The book ultimately provides a compelling and insightful exploration of American rifle design and the evolving role of the rifle in American culture. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.