Essential guidance for building and using rifle ranges and musketry devices This authoritative manual provides the how-to for planning, constructing, and operating military ranges, with clear instructions on site selection, safety, and the management of range appliances. It covers outdoor and indoor ranges, field practices, and the various targets and equipment used in musketry training.
In this edition, you’ll find practical directions on:
- Selecting sites and laying out classification and field-practice ranges to maximize safety and training value
- Constructing and maintaining 30-yard, 50-yard, and longer outdoor ranges, plus indoor ranges for year-round practice
- Using and caring for targets, aiming devices, mirrors, sledge targets, and other musketry appliances
- Managing range operations, safety rules, range wardens’ duties, and the organization of butt and firing points
What you’ll experience:
- Step-by-step guidance on setting up different range types, including miniature cartridge ranges and machine gun targets
- Detailed descriptions of firing rests, aiming devices, and target mechanisms
- Illustrative notes on layout considerations, danger areas, and the flow of training exercises
- Reference material on equipment, shelters, and storage relevant to field and garrison practice
Ideal for readers interested in historical military training practices, range management, and the design of musketry training facilities.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the practicalities of military rifle ranges and their construction. Published in an era when firearms training was crucial for national defense, it offers a comprehensive guide to building and maintaining these vital facilities. The author provides detailed instructions on site selection, safety considerations, target placement, and communication systems, all framed within the context of the period's military doctrine and logistical constraints. The book explores a range of technical aspects, from the design of target frames and galleries to the use of mirrors and telephone networks. It also examines the importance of danger areas, the need for effective stop butts to prevent ricocheting bullets, and the construction of shelters for markers and personnel. The author meticulously explains the various types of ranges, including those used for classification practices, field exercises, and the rapidly growing miniature rifle competitions, all crucial to the development of marksmanship skills. This volume offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of military training during a time of rapid technological change and global tension, illuminating the practicalities of maintaining a well-equipped and efficient training ground. It provides a valuable resource for understanding the evolution of military tactics, the challenges of range construction, and the importance of marksmanship in military preparedness. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334192692_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334192692
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334192692
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)