Handbook of the Vickers Machine Gun, Model of 1915: With Pack Outfits and Accessories, March 19, 1917 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

United States Army Ordnance Dept

9780365463108: Handbook of the Vickers Machine Gun, Model of 1915: With Pack Outfits and Accessories, March 19, 1917 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0365463108 ISBN 13: 9780365463108

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Handbook of the Vickers Machine Gun, Model of 1915 is a historical field manual that explains the design, operation, and care of the Vickers machine gun.

This edition, dated March 19, 1917, covers packing outfits, accessories, and the equipment issued to a machine-gun company or troop, including tripods, belts, and tool kits. It focuses on practical, hands-on guidance for maintaining action in the field and keeping the weapon ready for use.

The book presents the gun’s general description, a detailed breakdown of component parts, and illustrated instructions for assembly, disassembly, and adjustments. It also details the standard procedures for loading, firing, and transitioning between positions, along with steps for safe handling, cleaning, and care after firing. Practical tips address common jams, stoppages, and rapid resumption of fire, as well as the care of leather packs and pack equipment used in the field.

How the Vickers gun operates from the first shot through continuous fire
Breakdowns of major parts and the sequence for assembly and disassembly
Guidance on packing, transporting, and maintaining the gun and its accessories
Cleaning, lubrication, and remedies for typical faults and jams

Ideal for readers interested in historical military equipment, early 20th-century field manuals, or the practical side of operating a machine gun in the era.

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