Notes on Shooting: With Instructions Concerning the Use of Nitro Powders (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

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9780484777346: Notes on Shooting: With Instructions Concerning the Use of Nitro Powders (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0484777343 ISBN 13: 9780484777346

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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A practical guide to modern smokeless powders and the art of precise cartridge loading for responsible, accurate shooting.

This edition revises and expands the classic notes on shooting, explaining how powders are produced, tested, and used with standard loading methods. It covers the science behind smokeless powders, the preparation of ammunition, and ways to achieve consistent results in the field. Readers will find clear guidance on matching powders, wadding, and shot to a given bore, and on interpreting the practical effects of loading variations.

How to choose and use field-standard wadding for reliable performance
How to measure and verify powder charges to maintain consistency
Guidance on cartridge assembly, from wadding to turnover, across common gauges
Insights into loading practices that affect velocity, pressure, and pattern quality

Ideal for readers who want a grounded, hands-on approach to smokeless powder loading and its impact on accuracy and safety.

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