History Of Rifles Revolvers And Pistols
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History Of Rifles Revolvers And Pistols
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Author : Miriam McConaughy
language : en
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Release Date : 1920
History Of Rifles Revolvers And Pistols written by Miriam McConaughy and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1920 with Pistols categories.
Firearms An Illustrated History The Definitive Visual Guide
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language : en
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Firearms An Illustrated History The Definitive Visual Guide written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Architecture categories.
The beautifully photographed catalog tells the story of gun development in striking detail and features stunning close-ups of key weapons, from muskets, pistols, revolvers and rifles to shotguns, machine guns and modern machinery.
Percussion Pistols And Revolvers
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Author : Mike Cumpston
language : en
Publisher: iUniverse
Release Date : 2005-07
Percussion Pistols And Revolvers written by Mike Cumpston and has been published by iUniverse this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-07 with Pistols categories.
In the early transition from the long-lived flintlock system, handgun development closely paralleled that of the long arms. With the advent of the revolving pistols, however; came patents that created monopolies in revolver production and the through-bored cylinder necessary for self-contained metallic cartridges. The caplock revolvers took on a separate evolution and remained state of the art long after the widespread appearance of cartridge firing rifles and shotguns. They rode in the holsters of of explorers and adventurers across the world and granted safe conduct in the back-alleys of the Industrial West right up until the last quarter of the 19th Century. Handguns possess a mystique distinctly different from that of other firearms. They are tools of personal empowerment-chosen by their owners to provide independence and freedom of movement. In the ambitious, optimistic early years of western industrial civilization they were the emblem of liberty and equality and the bane of repressive governments and social movements. Largely because of the traditions that emerged in the time of the caplock pistols and revolvers, they remain so in the early years of the 21st Century.
Firearms An Illustrated History
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Author : DK
language : en
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Release Date : 2014-03-17
Firearms An Illustrated History written by DK and has been published by National Geographic Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-03-17 with Antiques & Collectibles categories.
The definitive guide to the history of firearms. The beautifully photographed catalog tells the story of gun development in striking detail and features stunning close-ups of key weapons, from muskets, pistols, revolvers and rifles to shotguns, machine guns and modern machinery. Gun, weapon, and military enthusiasts will love the detail in this illustrated guide to guns. Here’s what’s inside: • Feature pages capture pivotal moments in gun development that changed the nature of human conflict • Double-page-spread articles describe the magic and mystique of the great gunmakers, including Colt, Mauser, Smith, and Wesson • Photographic tours showcase the intricate details of key weapons, highlighting ingenious features and intricate craftsmanship Written by an international team of firearms experts, this fascinating collection features more than 600 weapons and charts the evolution of guns. For over seven centuries, guns have been used for hunting, sport and war. This comprehensive volume gives you access to the world’s greatest collections, gunsmiths, and defining gun and military history moments. Firearms: An Illustrated History highlights important moments in gun history from the Chinese discovery of gunpowder to "turning points" like the rifle, with its parallel spiral grooves that make bullets spin and fly straighter. It also showcases iconic firearms such as the Walther PPK self-loading pistol popularised in James Bond films. This fascinating visual account of firearms is an essential purchase for everyone interested in guns and weaponry.
Gun A Visual History
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language : en
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Gun A Visual History written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Architecture categories.
Discover how gun design influenced warfare, from the 15th century when the arquebus defeated swordsmen, to the 20th century when the submachinegun gave the military vastly increased firepower. Guns: A Visual History shows in unique visual detail on how gun design evolved. It features more than 300 iconic examples, including the military AK-47 assault rifle and the pistol used by many police forces – the Glock 17. Each weapon is shown in close up with details of its design, barrel, calibre, and firepower.
A History Of Firearms
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Author : Hugh Bertie Campbell Pollard
language : en
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Release Date : 1936
A History Of Firearms written by Hugh Bertie Campbell Pollard and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1936 with Firearms categories.
The Illustrated History Of Guns
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Author : Chuck Wills
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 2017-05-02
The Illustrated History Of Guns written by Chuck Wills and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-05-02 with Sports & Recreation categories.
For the first time in paperback, a photographic history of civilization, as seen through the world's most deadly and fascinating firearms. The Illustrated History of Guns is a comprehensive look at the tools of battle. To craft this book, more than five hundred photographs of genuine specimens were specially commissioned from the six-thousand-piece collection of the Berman Museum of World History. The weapons featured span a period of close to four thousand years, ranging from Ancient Greece to World War II, and from the Crusades in Europe to the US Civil War. It features a wide array of diverse treasures, including the traveling pistols of Confederate president Jefferson Davis, a royal Persian scimitar with 1,295 rose-cut diamonds and rubies, and a single 11-carat emerald set in gold, first owned by Shah Abbas I of Persia and given in tribute to Catherine the Great. The Illustrated History of Guns also offers information on weapons innovators, including Alexander Forsyth, Eliphalet Remington, Samuel Colt, Sergei Mosin, the Mauser brothers, Hiram Maxim, John Browning, Richard Gatling, John T. Thompson, John Garland, Feodor Tokarev, Oliver Winchester, and Mikhail Kalashnikov. With unparalleled historical perspective and background on persons significant to the development and advancements of weapons technology or military strategy, The Illustrated History of Guns belongs on the shelf of every history buff and firearms enthusiast.
The History Of Pistols Revolvers And Submachine Guns
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Author : Will Fowler
language : en
Publisher: Southwater Publishing
Release Date : 2008
The History Of Pistols Revolvers And Submachine Guns written by Will Fowler and has been published by Southwater Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008 with Antiques & Collectibles categories.
Divided into two parts, this book first looks at early weapons, then brings readers up-to-date with the modern-day arms that shaped two world wars and numerous other conflicts of the past 150 years. The book ends by exploring the latest, non-lethal weapons, essential for today's law-enforcement officers.
Time Life History Of The Rifle
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Author : The Editors of TIME-LIFE
language : en
Publisher: Time Inc. Books
Release Date : 2016-06-10
Time Life History Of The Rifle written by The Editors of TIME-LIFE and has been published by Time Inc. Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-06-10 with Technology & Engineering categories.
TIME-LIFE presents the History of the Rifle from the first hand-held versions were Chinese fire lances invented in the 10th century through the Americans and their expansion westward, who refined the weapon and redefined its place in culture and society.
Gun
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Author : DK
language : en
Publisher: Penguin
Release Date : 2012-04-16
Gun written by DK and has been published by Penguin this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-04-16 with History categories.
Watch a 700-year history unfold, from the medieval "hand-gonne" to today's technologically advanced assault weapons. Discover how gun design influenced warfare, from the 15th century when the arquebus defeated swordsmen, to the 20th century when the submachinegun gave the military vastly increased firepower. Guns: A Visual History shows in unique visual detail on how gun design evolved. It features more than 300 iconic examples, including the military AK-47 assault rifle and the pistol used by many police forces - the Glock 17. Each weapon is shown in close up with details of its design, barrel, calibre, and firepower. This comprehensive volume also features sporting guns, anti-tank weaponry and concealed assassin spy guns, such as the umbrella gun that killed Georgi Markov in 1978. It takes you inside iconic firearm firms such as Biretta, Colt and Lee Enfield, and tells stories of infamous sharpshooters from Dick Turpin to Al Capone. Whether you collect firearms or enjoy field sports and military history, Guns: A Visual History is an unmissable reference title.