* Fully revised and updated edition of an essential guide for all shots * Comprehensive survey of sporting rifle shooting, covering all aspects of the sport * Valuable advice for both the novice and expert This essential manual covers all aspects of the sport, from types and choice of weapons to a practical analysis of rifle sport available today. The book places the sporting rifle in its historical context, describing its evolution from a scaled down cannon to the modern precision weapon. The range of calibers, bullets, and sights available and their suitability for different game and different circumstances are also discussed. Also provided is a detailed analysis of rifle sport today, including valuable advice on buying and owning a rifle and how and where to shoot.
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Robin Marshall-Ball has 40 years experience in sporting shooting. He is a freelance contributor to Shooting Times, Sporting Gun, Shooting and Conservation and other sporting magazines. He is the author of The Sporting Shotgun (978-1-904057-08-6). He lives in England.
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Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. The Sporting Rifle 5th Edition ( A User's Handbook ) (Sporting Rifle: a User's Guide) This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. N° de réf. du vendeur 7719-9781846890550
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Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. N° de réf. du vendeur 6545-9781846890550
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Etat : new. 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. . N° de réf. du vendeur 57346
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Vendeur : Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, Royaume-Uni
Etat : new. ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (New, Hardcover, 2009). (1986) 2009 5th edition. 4to (195 x 253mm). Pp272. Colour and b/w photographs, maps. Red boards, spine titled in gilt. Fine new copy in 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. PREVIOUS PRICE GBP 25.00. N° de réf. du vendeur 30768
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Vendeur : Brit Books, Milton Keynes, Royaume-Uni
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