Handgunner's Guide


Book Description

Chic Gaylord's Handgunner's Guide (first published in 1960) is the definitive manual on modern handguns and their use, written by a man who was a quick-draw record holder and an expert on combat shooting. This guidebook gives you step-by-step analysis and advice on: - choosing a handgun - adapting a gun to your individual needs - drawing and firing for speed and for accuracy - self-defense and combat methods - holsters and ammunition for handguns - the psychology of gun-fighting And there is a fascinating chapter on the great gun-fighters of the Old West. The copious illustrations clarify every detail of the text. Chic Gaylord (1914-1992) was famous across the country for the holsters that he hand-made in his shop on the west side of New York City. Equally well known for his speed and accuracy with many types of handguns, he demonstrated his prowess in public exhibitions and on television shows. His tips and advice on guns, holsters and ammunition evoked grateful praise from scores of police officers and interested citizens. The essence of Gaylord's accumulated hand-gun wisdom is distilled between the covers of this book.




Reloading for Handgunners


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In Reloading for Handgunners, the reader will learn the benefits of serious handgun ammunition reloading (decreased cost, increased reliability) in an accessible, step-by-step way. In addition, the reader will learn how to avoid the costly, wasteful errors that plague many reloaders, experienced and novice alike. Finally, the reader will enjoy the vast experience and unique style that have made Patrick Sweeney the country's leading guru on tactical and competition shooting and ammunition. Features: Shortcuts, hints and tips (from a certified master gunsmith, film consultant, and certified Armorer Instructor) to reload your own ammunition and avoid costly errors Loading data for the most popular and asked-about calibers Specialty loading info for: Competition: IPSC/IDPA, Bullseye, Steel Challenge, Cowboy Hunting: heavy magnums and big bores




Hunting for Handgunners


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Covers the development of handgun hunting as a sport, guns and ammunition, and some of the remarkable adventures that have occured while hunting with handguns




Smith & Wesson Hand Guns


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“The story of Smith & Wesson handguns and their evolution is one of the hallowed tales of American firearms’ history,” according to the firearms writer Jim Casada. Anyone who collects Smith & Wessons or is simply interested in their backstory will cherish this book. Though originally published in 1945, more than half a century ago, Smith & Wesson Hand Guns remains the source for Smith & Wesson enthusiasts. It is an authoritative reference and has remained, for over five decades, the cornerstone upon which Smith & Wesson research rests. This work is foundational, supported by sixty-three detailed illustrations showing the handguns, the unique hammer mechanism, and facsimile reproductions of vintage advertising copy. The first twenty-four chapters of the book, which tell the story of Smith and Wesson and the development of Smith & Wesson handguns, are very informative. After the reader becomes familiar with Smith and Wesson’s history together, as well as their creation of a business, illustrations exhibiting Smith & Wesson handguns will show rather than tell of their magnificence. Finally, descriptions of different caliber guns are given, where readers will gain invaluable information regarding Smith & Wesson handguns. For any Smith & Wesson enthusiast or collector, this work is impossible to put down.




Handgun Hunting


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Each year more and more hunters accept the challenge of bagging their quarry with a handgun. This book provides the information needed to hunt everything from jackrabbits to elephants. Mark Hampton takes readers to North and South America, Africa, Australia, Asia, and Europe to discover what game is a available and what kind of firepower is needed to take it. His overview of available guns, effective hunting bullet designs, ammunition, handloading, and other hunting accessories gives hunters the edge they need for success. Covers small game such as varmints, squirrels, rabbits, impala, puma, and klipspringer, and larger game such as deer, bear, moose, caribou, boar, mountain lion, elk, antelope, wildebeest, and kudu. Also features Africa's most dangerous beasts: leopard, lion, cape buffalo, rhino, and elephant. - Covers hunting all types of game with a handgun - Reviews available guns, effective hunting bullet designs, reloading, and other accessories - Suggests specific calibers for hunting small and large animals




The Illustrated Directory of Guns


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Written by a technical expert who has fired many of the guns featured, this book includes wide and varied assemblage of weapons from each of the world’s major manufacturing countries. The Illustrated Directory series provide readers with a fully illustrated, comprehensive reference book packed with timelines, historical facts, and images designed to inform and excite. At 512 pages packed with information and photographs, this book is a necessary addition to any enthusiast's library. Complete with full specification table with each entry including type, origin, caliber, and size, The Illustrated Directory of Guns is the most ambitious and lavishly illustrated history of guns for the collector and enthusiast. It shows in clear, detailed photographs and text over 1500 guns with separate sections on Pistols, Revolvers, Rifles, Shotguns (military and sporting), Machine Guns, and Submachine guns. A few featured include: Remington Smith & Wesson Winchester Glock Vickers Mauser Browning Colt Beretta And more Organized A-Z by country and gunmaker's name, the book clearly shows the different types of gun which the world has used to hunt, wage war, break and defend its laws, hone its sharpshooting skills, and fire purely for the fun of it. The book also features an introduction on each section, which gives a brief history of the development of that particular kind of firearm.




The Expert's Guide to Handgun Marksmanship


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For self-defense with a handgun, target shooting, or hunting, this new book is a must read! The expertise of the world’s leading handgun experts—Charles Askins, Jr., Jeff Cooper, Julian S. Hatcher, Jack O’Connor, William Reichenbach, plus excerpts from US Army Field Manuals—is brought together for the first time in this convenient pocket-sized edition—everything you need to know to improve upon your handgun marksmanship skills. This informative, 160-page, fact-filled book is guaranteed to improve your handgun accuracy. Skyhorse Publishing is proud to publish a broad range of books for hunters and firearms enthusiasts. We publish books about shotguns, rifles, handguns, target shooting, gun collecting, self-defense, archery, ammunition, knives, gunsmithing, gun repair, and wilderness survival. We publish books on deer hunting, big game hunting, small game hunting, wing shooting, turkey hunting, deer stands, duck blinds, bowhunting, wing shooting, hunting dogs, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.







Gun Digest Book of Hunting Revolvers


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"Your guide to big-bore revolver hunting! Handgun hunting has evolved significantly over the last 25 years. With Gun Digest Book of Hunting Revolvers , you'll learn about the available factory and custom revolvers, plus calibers, bullets, and terminal effectiveness on all sizes of game. This book stands alone as the most comprehensive look ever at the revolver as a viable primary hunting tool--and is your guide to taking the hunt to the next level like only big-bore revolver hunting can. Examine the currently available hunting revolvers and their intended applications. Read fascinating handgun hunting stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat--and inform your choice of big-bore revolvers for any game on this planet. This comprehensive examination of handgun hunting dispels the myths of handgun potency and terminal ballistics and is the ultimate guide to the challenge and reward of pursuing game with big-bore revolvers. Includes:Extensive, detailed look at factory and custom revolvers Terminal ballistics: theory, application and bullet design Dissolving myths about paper ballistics Photos and stories of big-bore revolvers on the hunt Whether a seasoned sixgun shooter looking to push the limits, or a newbie just considering the close-range challenge of handgun hunting, this book is the ultimate guide"--




DIY Guns


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Do it yourself gunsmithing tips, tricks and ideas for every skill level. ★ This version features black & white interior pages ★ Want to upgrade the trigger on your polymer pistol? No problem. We'll show you how. How about making your standard pistol shoot 1" groups? A semi-drop-in barrel job will do the job. Here's the best part: You won't even need a pile of expensive tools. On the other hand, if you're looking for an excuse to add to your tool collection, you'll find some recommendations. If you're already an intermediate or advanced home gunsmith, never fear. We've got plenty of valuable tips and tricks in this issue for you too. If you're feeling adventurous, consider making your own 1911 - from scratch! You'll be surprised at what you can accomplish with kits and hand tools. You might have a wall hanger or beater gun that's seen better days or desen't work at all. Whether yours are revolvers, surplus rifles or shotguns, you'll find stories to help bring old guns back into range or field condition. You're about to gain valuable pro tips on woodworking, metal working, parts fabrication, lathe and mill techniques, and even a bit of welding. Here's a sample of what's inside American Handgunner's DIY Guns special Edition: The Right Stuff - Your Excuse To Buy Pro Tools. Sighting-In - 4 Million Shooters Strong! Installing Novak Sights. Tack Driver! - Fitting A Barrel For 1" Groups. Lever-Action Accuracy - Installing Aperture Sights On Your Classic Rifle. Star Wars Armory - How To Make An Imperial Blaster ... That Shoots. Ghost 1911 - Build Your Own 1911 From Scratch. New Tech, Old Rifle - Installing A Red Dot On A model 92 Lever-Action. Rat Rod - Turn That Beater Revolver Into Functional Bliss. Riot Control - Converting A Winchester Model 12 Into A 1918 Riot Gun. Francophile's Delight - Build The Charleville Musket That Won The Revolution. "Bang" Never Goes Obsolete - How To Make Your Own Blanks For Rare Calibers. Oh S*&%!!! - Fix That Broken Ramrod. Loc'ed Out? - When To Use (And Not Use) Loctite. Know Your Limitations - How I Destroyed (And Recovered) A Walther PPK/S. Sir, Step Away From The Dremel - You Can Use A Dremel Tool On guns ... Sometimes. Tooling Around - The Gunsmith Tools You Need. That Beater Will Still Hunt! - Resurrecting A Pair Of Wall Hanger Discards. Get A Grip! - The Ultimate In Custom Grips ... Homemade! Triggernometry 101 - Upgrading Your Service Pistol Trigger. Super Cool - How A Custom Gunsmith Makes A .38 Super 1911. Gun Scribe Savvy - Making An Indispensable Shop Tool. Ejector Rod Wrench - A Shop-made Solution You Can Tackle. Now, order this book, get reading, then go hit the shop!