Although the 1841 edition of the U.S. Ordnance Manual provides information on the equipment that was in use , it is evident that the patterns of equipment that it describes were not introduced until 1838 or 1839. This guide is intended to fill this gap by providing an overview of what we now know about the accoutrements that were issued to the infa

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:DedicationPrefaceChapter 1 Over the Cross-SticksChapter 2 Observations of the BulletChapter 3 Barrels and ChambersCh

ALSO AVAILABLE IN HARDCOVER: #BOOK-EBBM-H  This book is an educational primer, providing a concise preparatory overview of early British infantry flintlocks in context. Written for history lovers and antique militaria collectors, Evolution of the Brown Bess Musket is lavishly illustrated with artwork, period documents, and flintlock-era British mi

This book is an educational primer, providing a concise prepatory overview of early British infantry flintlocks in context. Written for history lovers and antique militaria collectors, Evolution of the Brown Bess Musket is lavishly illustrated with artwork, period documents, and flintlock-era British military weapons, many published for the first t

Contains more than 5000 tested loads for the cast bullet shooter, and over 100 pages of trajectory and wind-drift tables for cast, centerfire rifle bullets. It also includes a complete how-to section, special hunting section, a history of cast bullets and the Lyman line, and advanced metallurgical information. Perfect bound, with 320 pages in 8-1/2

A beginners guide to loading and shooting paper patched bullets for early black powder cartridge rifles. Chapters include: Why Paper Patched BulletsWhat are Paper Patched BulletsFirst StepsAccuracy ExpectationsGet Real!The Roaring .40'sGive it a TryPaper Patch Bullet Loading in a NutshellSize MattersPaper?Allrighty Then Let's Cut PatchesPatching Bu

Filled with valuable information for hobbyists, survival enthusiasts, family campers-and everyone who enjoys outdoor life, Mountainman Crafts & Skills is the essential illustrated guide to wilderness living and survival. How to make your own clothing, shelter, and equipment are all covered in step-by-step detail-through illustrations by the author

Contains fine points not covered in Matthews' other black powder books, such as minute of angle, flash hole size, and controlling recoil. Soft cover, 6 x 9" format of 160 pages. The Table of Contents includes the following:AcknowledgmentsForewordChapter 1 It's a Head GameChapter 2 What is a Minute of Angle?Chapter 3 Practice with the Black Powder C

This book details the various types of hand reloading tools, and the sights and telescopes that have been used through the years on single-shot rifles. Many of the companies that produced these items, as well as individuals who custom made them, have been mentioned. An entire chapter has been devoted to the Schuetzen rifle. Valuable information fro

Easily removes crimped in primers from military cases.

Lee Limited Production Pace-setter dies include full length sizer, bullet seater and roll crimper, built in stuck case remover, long guided expander, standard shell holder, powder dipper, load data and instructions. The Lee No. 17 shell holder included is cut to accept 0.087" rim thickness. Antique rifles are chambered to accept the .090" rim thick

Concentrated cleaner for use with brass cartridge cases in a ultrasonic cleaner. Scientifically formulated to clean brass cartridgesRemoves tarnish, oxidation, and carbon buildup better than competitive formulasDesigned for the Lyman Turbo Sonic and other ultrasonic cleanersCleans, brass cases, inside & out, including primer pockets, in under 10 mi