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Instructions for Mounting, Using, and Caring for 4. 72 Inch Gun, Armstrong 40 Caliber, Mounted on Barbette Carriage, Armstrong (Classic Reprint): October 28, 1904: October 28, 1904 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Essential guide to mounting and operating the Armstrong 4.72-inch gun on a barbette carriage, with practical how-to and safety notes for today’s readers.
This historical manual provides detailed information on the gun, its cradle mounting, and the associated mechanisms. It covers description, breech operation, firing systems, and how the carriage integrates with sighting, elevation, and traversal gear. The volume also outlines care, maintenance, and dismantling steps designed to keep the equipment in working order.
What you’ll experience in the book:
- Clear explanations of the mounting, recoil, and hydraulic systems that control the gun.
- Descriptions of safety features around the firing pin, breech block, and electrical/percussion firing options.
- Step-by-step guidance for maintenance, lubrication, cleaning, and oiling of bearing parts.
- Procedures for filling, inspecting, and disassembling components for service and inspection.
Ideal for readers of early 20th‑century artillery manuals, military historians, and collectors seeking a practical, historically grounded reference.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive guide to the -inch Gun, Armstrong, Mounted on Barbette Carriage, Armstrong. It offers detailed descriptions of the gun's construction, including its breech mechanism, cartridge extractor, and firing gear. The author also provides instructions for filling and making up cartridges, preparing and fixing fuzes, and general maintenance of the gun. The book explores the broader context of the gun's development and use. It discusses the action of the counter-recoil system and the significance of the electrical ring gear in the gun's operation. The author also provides a range table for the gun, taking into account factors such as projectile type and elevation. The book's insights are invaluable for understanding the -inch Gun, Armstrong, and its role in the evolution of artillery technology. By providing a wealth of technical information and historical context, this book is an essential resource for historians, military enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the development of firearms. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781333884130_0
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Instructions for Mounting, Using, and Caring for 4. 72 Inch Gun, Armstrong 40 Caliber, Mounted on Barbette Carriage, Armstrong
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Instructions for Mounting, Using, and Caring for 4. 72 Inch Gun, Armstrong 40 Caliber, Mounted on Barbette Carriage, Armstrong: October 28, 1904 (Classic Reprint)
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