A used book in good condition. Stock photo shown. A comprehensive study of the first successful breech-loading rifle - one of America's outstanding firearms, an important weapon in the Civil War, and the favorite of the hunters on the Great Plains. Of importance to collectors today are the discussion and charts on the identification of models, not only of percussion but metallic cartridge rifle. And to the shooter who is interested in firing the old percussion rifles there is considerable material on care, operation, maintenance, the manufacturers of cartridges, and a table of loads.
A must have book for any Sharps firearms enthusiast!