Shooting To Live - Softcover

Fairbairn, William E; Sykes, Eric Anthony

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1410108309 ISBN 13: 9781410108302

Publisher: Fredonia Books (NL), 2005

Synopsis

This book, written in 1942, presents an excellent review of standard techniques and some unorthodox methodology in the use of the pistol. Firing positions, loading, unloading, the building of combat ranges, known-distance ranges, types of holsters, and the wearing of pistols are delved into with great clarity and precision. For weapons enthusiasts and professionals who are tasked with pistol training and marksmanship, this book will add to your knowledge and capabilities in carrying out your duties. Captain William E. Fairbairn was Assistant Commissioner, and Captain Eric Anthony Sykes was officer in charge of the Snipers Unit, both of the Shanghai Municipal Police Department.

About this title

About the Author

W.E. Fairbairn taught unarmed combat to the famed British Commandos and the U.S. armed forces during World War II. Before the war he served as assistant commissioner of the Shanghai Police Force. He was the inventor of the Fairbairn Commando Knife and the author of the classics Get Tough and Shooting to Live.

Edition details

• Publisher: Fredonia Books (NL)
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1410108309
• ISBN 13: 9781410108302
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 112