Handbook of modern percussion revolvers
Morgan, Michael2013
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A user-friendly guide to modern blackpowder percussion cap revolvers, with detailed loading advice, tips and tricks for accurate shooting, in-depth breakdowns for the three most popular working reproductions, historical facts and trivia.
Main title:
Handbook of modern percussion revolvers / by Michael Morgan
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Imprint:
Cincinnati F+W Media 2013
Collation:
159 pages colour illustrations
Contents:
1. Parts and terminology -- 2. Famous folks -- 3. Inner workings - it's all a matter of timing -- 4. Blackpowder - where it all starts -- 5. The percussion cap - lighting the fire -- 6. The bullet - when is a ball not round? -- 7. The load chain - building consistency -- 8. On the firing line - shooting techniques -- 9. Dishwasher safe? Cleaning and preserving the percussion revolver -- 10. Perfecting geometry - Uncovering hidden flaws -- 11. Sighting in - the basics of group therapy -- 12. Accessories - not just for 'womenfolk' anymore -- 13. Disassembly instructions for a Colt 1860 Army -- 14. Disassembly instructions for a Remington 1858 New Model Army -- 15. Disassembly instructions for a Ruger Old Army
ISBN:
9781440238987 (paperback)
Dewey class:
683.4 HAN
Local class:
683.4
Language:
English
BRN:
14518
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