THE SPORTING RIFLE: A USER'S HANDBOOK. By Robin Marshall-Ball. 5th Edition.

Language: English

Published by Quiller. Shrewsbury, Shropshire. 2009, 2009

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ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (S/hand, Hardcover, 2009). (1986) 2009 5th edition. 4to (195 x 253mm). Pp272. Colour and b/w photographs, maps. Red boards, spine titled in gilt. Very good in slightly chipped dust-wrapper. A new updated and expanded edition of this comprehensive survey of sporting rifles and rifle sport available today in Britain, Europe, Africa and North America. "Robin Marshall-Ball's introductory chapter places the sporting rifle in its historical context, describing its evolution from a scaled-down cannon to the modern precision weapon. He then discusses the range of calibres, bullets and sights available and their suitability for different game and different circumstances. He provides detailed analysis of rifle sport available today. Beginning with .22 rimfire and .22 centrefire sport and deer stalking in Britain, he goes on to discuss the wider variety of game available in Europe, Africa and the United States, explaining the different procedures and legislation that pertain in these areas, and giving advice on the types of weapon and cartridge suitable for a variety of game and locations. For the novice he gives valuable advice on acquiring the documentation necessary for rifle ownership in Britain, buying and setting up a suitable weapon and obtaining shooting rights." A useful book now available at a great price. Chapters include: History and evolution of the sporting rifle; Calibres, bullets and sights; The sporting rifle today; Rimfire sport in Britain; .22 centrefires; Deer stalking in Britain; Rifle sport in Europe; Further afield; Owning a rifle; Applying for a firearm certificate; Buying your rifle and accessories; Theory into practice. Also includes several appendices on the law, ballistics and useful contacts and information sources. .…

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THE SPORTING RIFLE: A USER'S HANDBOOK. By Robin Marshall-Ball. 5th Edition.
Author
Marshall-Ball (Robin).
Publisher
Quiller. Shrewsbury, Shropshire. 2009
Publication year
2009
Condition
new
Binding
Hardcover
Language
English
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1846890551
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9781846890550
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PAUL MORGAN IS A LEADING DEALER in scarce, out-of-print & new books on fishing and field sports. Paul has developed this business over more than forty years. His business, Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd., carries the world's largest range of books on fishing and field sports, sporting guns and dogs, deer, big game hunting & falconry. Coch-y-Bonddu Books is also a noted publisher of fine sporting works, as well as being the custodian of the famous Flyfisher's Classic Library imprint. Under Paul's editorial direction, the list of titles available under both his Coch-y- Bonddu Books imprint and the Flyfisher's Classic Library imprint grows by the month. Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd., incorporated in the United Kingdom, Company No. 04636991. Registered address: 15 Heol Penrallt, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8AG. Business and correspondence Address: 13 Heol Pentrerhedyn, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8DG.…

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