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The Art of Engraving , by J. B. Meek
This “how-to" guide covers the entire practice of firearms and related styles of engraving. Hard bound, 8-1/2" x 11" format with 196 pages and many photographs and illustrations, this is complete imaginative and detailed introduction of the art of engraving. Aimed at the beginner, it demonstrates the basic techniques and elaborate decoration scheme
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The Art of Flint Knapping , by D.C. Waldorf
The author describes and illustrates the simple techniques required to fashion simple or fancy stone arrow points and tools. A section on gun flints is included. The tools required are very simple and easily made, and results are fascinating. You can be making fine arrow points after only a few hours of practice. Newest edition, 8-1/2 x 11" soft bo
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Blunderbuss 1500-1900 by James D Forman
The “bell mouth" carbine of the highwaymen and pirates originated in the 16th century. Used by civilian and military travelers, it was made and used well into the 19th century. This history covers its development and illustrates more blunderbuss arms than have ever before appeared in one study. Soft cover, in 6-3/4 x 10" format. The Table of Conte
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The British Falling Block Breechloading Rifles by Jonathan Kirton
The end result of 35 years of collecting, researching, and recording data from existing rifles, original manufactures' records and catalogs, this book demonstrates the mechanical and artistic details and workmanship that characterized the development and manufacture of the falling block, breechloading rifles. The author has tried to fill in importa
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Basic Knife Assembly , 19 page color pamphlet, by Ryan & Roger Gale
Useful instructions for correct assembly of our many knife kits. The knife makers demonstrate how to assemble a Green River knife with scale handles, and a knife with a hidden tang, using Track of the Wolf's knife blades, wooden handle blanks, brass knife guards, and cutlery pins. The book also shows how to install a poured pewter pommel. Paperback
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British Military Flintlock Rifles 1740-1840 by De Witt Bailey Ph. D.
Historians have always been intrigued by Riflemen and the special weapons that they carried. This fascination even extends to the general public, as can be seen by the popularity of such books and television shows as Sharpe's Rifles. Unfortunately, until now there has been little solid information available about the rifles themselves and which un
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Black Powder, Pig Lead and Steel Silhouettes by Paul Matthews
This book contains specific information for shooters to gain more understanding on the operation and approach to accurate and reliable loading and shooting. Soft bound volume of 122 pages. The Table of Contents includes the following : Dedication Preface Chapter 1 Over the Cross-Sticks Chapter 2 Observations of the Bullet Chapter 3 Barrels an
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Bill Sublette, Mountain Man by John Sunder
Bill Sublette (1799-1845) led two lives. Renowned as a hardy mountain man, he ranged the Missouri, Big Horn, Yellowstone, and Sweetwater Rivers from 1823-1833. He unwittingly opened the Oregon Trail to settlers, proving wagons could be used. Financial success caused him to become a businessman, politician, and gentleman farmer in St Louis. He helpe
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British Single Shot Rifles, Volume 2 by Walter G. Winfer
Volume 2 of the British Single Shot Rifles discusses the history and development with detailed photos and drawing, the famous Gibbs rifles. 177 pages, black and white photographs and illustrations. The Table of Contents includes the following : Forward Acknowledgments Chapter 1 Background History of Gibbs Farquharson Action Chapter 2 Rifles
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British Single Shot Rifles, Volume 4 by Walter G. Winfer
Westley Richards was the leader in British breech-loading single shot development. Their early designs predated both the paper cartridge and coil case forms of the 1850-1860 period. Volume 4 describes in great detail Westley Richard's designs during the early breech-loading period. Much attention is given to the text and hundreds of photos and draw
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British Single Shot Rifles, Volume 6 Webley, Kynock & Eley by Walter G. Winfer
The sixth volume of the series covers the Webley company, its history and the companies that were combined to make the firm. Also covered in detail are the rifles produced: the Scott-Field Webley-Wyley, Model of 1897 and the famous Model of 1902. Webley was, during the late 1800s and early 1900s the largest British manufacturer of sporting arms. Th
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Cast Bullets for the Black Powder Cartridge Rifle by Paul Matthews
Finding the right cast bullet to perform in your black powder cartridge rifle can be a pursuit of disappointment or reward. Matthews puts into perspective the tools and techniques used to make your cast bullet shooting a success. Soft bound volume of 133 pages. The Table of Contents includes the following : Acknowledgments Foreword Chapter 1 Th
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Children's Manners and Morals , History, Rules and Fun Facts
Early Americans would not recognize the world we live in today, and likewise, we would have a hard time adjusting to how people lived around the beginning of the 19th century. Children's Manners and Morals explores what kinds of etiquette was taught to children back then. Parents can playfully tease their children and remind them just how good they
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Casting Premium Bullets for the Black Powder Cartridge Rifle by Paul Matthews
This book takes the reloader beyond the casting of bullets for rifle or handguns and it the realm of big-bore, top-of-the-line bullets for competitive long range accuracy. Soft cover, 6 x 9" format of 136 pages. The Table of Contents includes the following : Preface Chapter 1 Do I Need Premium Cast Bullets? Chapter 2 What Is a Premium Cast Bull
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Country Tools, and How to Use Them , by Percy W. Blandford
Written by a master craftsman, this profusely illustrated guide to early tools and their functions depicts and describes scores of devices — from hammers, gouges, planes, and saws to tools for blacksmithing, spinning, weaving, and baking. An invaluable asset for hobbyists, collectors, and lovers of traditional ingenuity and know-how. Soft bound, 22
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Carbines of the U.S. Cavalry by John D. McAulay
This exhaustively researched book covers the entire crucial period stretching from the beginning of the Civil War to the end of the cavalry carbine era in 1905. These carbines, and the men that carried them on horseback, played pivotal roles in some of the most exciting episodes in American history, including the War Between the States, the Indian
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